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Cheapest round-trip
$687
Typical prices: $854-$1,246
Delta
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
DSM - KOA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Kailua-Kona. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 22% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $877 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 11h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona (DSM-KOA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:41 am - 6:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
15h 55m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
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10:40 pm - 10:38 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
19h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$687Delta
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 8:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
13h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu
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9:25 pm - 5:45 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
16h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$699Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:36 am - 3:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
11h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:32 pm - 7:10 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
22h 38m1 stop Los Angeles
$700American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:49 pm - 1:37 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
21h 48m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:59 pm - 1:47 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$702American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 21
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 8:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
13h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu
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5:55 pm - 5:45 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
19h 50m2 stops Honolulu Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$704Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 5:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
25h 54m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
4:32 pm - 7:10 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
22h 38m1 stop Los Angeles
$704American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 21
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 8:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
13h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu
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5:55 pm - 5:45 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
19h 50m2 stops Honolulu Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$704Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 4:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
11h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:32 pm - 10:41 amKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
17h 09m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$746United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 31
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9:00 am - 4:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
11h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:15 pm - 4:16 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
14h 01m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$858United Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:00 am - 1:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
33h 08m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
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2:23 pm - 8:38 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
26h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$863United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona typically range from $854 to $1,246. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $687, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona at $763 round-trip.
•December ($1,466) and October ($1,189) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$687
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 117% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

When to book flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona takes 00m, covering 3,908 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona range from $854 to $1,246, with an average of $980 over the past 12 months. Anything below $854 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $657 to $3,060. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Kona Intl Airport (KOA)?

    Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $66 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Kona Intl (KOA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $918 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,301, a difference of $383.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 27m, compared with 12h 16m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 12h 43m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Kailua-Kona?

    Kailua-Kona is 4 hours behind Des Moines (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $918, about $383 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Kailua-Kona trip for April. Fares historically average $763 round-trip in that month - typically $703 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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