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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $358-$526
Delta
Wed 11/7Mon 11/12
DSM - LAN • 1 stop
When to travel
July
Cheapest • 31% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $430 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Lansing (DSM-LAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Lansing

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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5:50 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
3h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:29 am - 4:49 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
6h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:00 am - 11:10 amDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
4h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:29 am - 4:49 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
6h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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7:31 pm - 12:51 amDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
4h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:36 am - 8:46 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
4h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$299American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:25 am - 3:31 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:36 am - 8:46 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
4h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$299American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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5:57 pm - 11:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
4h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:56 am - 8:39 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
3h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$299American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 13
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12:25 pm - 5:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
4h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:11 pm - 8:40 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
3h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:25 pm - 5:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
4h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:11 pm - 8:40 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
3h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:50 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
3h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:40 am - 9:46 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
4h 06m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:00 am - 11:10 amDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
4h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:20 am - 10:11 amLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
5h 51m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
$304Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 13
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4:01 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-LAN Lansing Capital City
5h 29m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:11 pm - 8:40 pmLAN  Lansing Capital City-DSM Des Moines
3h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$304Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Lansing flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lansing start at $299. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $358 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Lansing?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Lansing, it is 31% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% 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 Lansing flights

Low season

December
Most popular time to fly with an average 41% increase in price.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Lansing

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Lansing 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 Lansing 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 Lansing?

    Flights from Des Moines to Lansing usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Lansing Capital City (LAN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Lansing?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Lansing.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Lansing pass through?

    Connecting flights from Des Moines to Lansing most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Des Moines to Lansing route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $552, a difference of $264. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Lansing?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Lansing. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 02m and 4h 31m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Lansing?

    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 Lansing 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 $299 to $943. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 31m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Lansing?

    Lansing is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lansing Capital City Airport (LAN)?

    Lansing Capital City Airport (LAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Lansing flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Lansing range from $358 to $526, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Lansing 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 Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $288 - about $264 less than Sunday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Lansing trip for July. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $297 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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