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Cheapest round-trip
$576
Typical prices: $783-$1,231
Southwest
Fri 2/9Sat 2/17
DSM - KOA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$376
Typical prices: $386-$476
Delta
Sat 3/10
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
February
Cheapest • 54% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $857 (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

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
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6:55 am - 2:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
12h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 pm - 3:05 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
13h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$576Southwest
Wed, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:55 am - 2:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
12h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 pm - 5:10 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
15h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$581Southwest
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
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6:55 am - 2:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
12h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 pm - 6:10 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
16h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$581Southwest
Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:25 am - 2:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
12h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 pm - 5:10 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
15h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$581Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
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9:09 am - 4:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
11h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:25 pm - 12:34 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$720United Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
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6:00 am - 3:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
13h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:30 pm - 1:44 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$720American Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 24
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6:00 am - 3:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
13h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:30 pm - 1:44 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$740American Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
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6:00 am - 3:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
13h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:30 pm - 1:44 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$740American Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
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8:00 am - 8:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
16h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
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8:25 pm - 12:34 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$746United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
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9:09 am - 4:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-KOA Kona Intl
11h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:25 pm - 12:34 pmKOA  Kona Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$788United 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 start at $576. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $783 to $1,231. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $576 on Southwest.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$376
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 59% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

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Your Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Des Moines to Kailua-Kona route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 28%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $776 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,065: a $289 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $576 to $2,696. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $548, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 13h 03m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Kailua-Kona is 5 hours behind Des Moines (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Kona Intl Airport (KOA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

  • 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 $783 to $1,231, with an average of $923 over the past 12 months. Anything below $783 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $776 - about $289 less than Monday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Kailua-Kona trip for February. Fares historically average $426 round-trip in that month - typically $1,040 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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