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Cheapest round-trip
$274
Typical prices: $321-$418
United Airlines
Sun 12/2Mon 12/3
DSM - LIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$239
Typical prices: $229-$358
Delta
Thu 11/15
DSM - LIT • 1 stop
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $321 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Little Rock (DSM-LIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Little Rock

Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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1:23 pm - 9:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
7h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 am - 12:39 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$274United Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:45 pm - 11:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
4h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:30 pm - 9:25 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$348United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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3:00 pm - 7:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
4h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:35 pm - 9:37 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
7h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 27
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6:43 pm - 11:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:53 amLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$378Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 4:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
10h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 2:15 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$383Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:00 am - 4:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
9h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 2:15 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$429Southwest
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:45 am - 1:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:20 pm - 8:35 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$453Southwest
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:20 am - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
11h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field
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12:20 pm - 8:35 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$458Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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5:30 am - 12:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:35 pm - 9:55 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
7h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$477United Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:45 am - 1:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-LIT Little Rock
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:10 am - 5:20 pmLIT  Little Rock-DSM Des Moines
7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$482Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Little Rock flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Little Rock typically range from $321 to $418. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $274, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Little Rock. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 178% higher.

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Key details for Des Moines to Little Rock flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$239
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Little Rock

When to book flights from Des Moines to Little Rock

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Little Rock?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Little Rock. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 59m and 7h 06m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Little Rock flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Little Rock range from $321 to $418, with an average of $340 over the past 12 months. Anything below $321 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Little Rock 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 $274 to $879. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Little Rock looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Little Rock are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $365.

  • What car rental options are available at Little Rock Airport (LIT)?

    Little Rock Airport (LIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $83 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Little Rock?

    Flights from Des Moines to Little Rock usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Little Rock (LIT).

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

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Little Rock most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 71% on flights from Des Moines to Little Rock. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $278 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $947, a difference of $669.

    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 Little Rock?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 59m, compared with 5h 11m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 37m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Little Rock 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $278, about $669 less than Monday fares (71% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Little Rock trip for November. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $669 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Little Rock Airport.

    • Comfort Inn & Suites Little Rock Airport
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Little Rock Airport
    • Wyndham Grand Executive Center Little Rock Airport

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