Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Manchester?

Flights from Des Moines to Manchester usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Manchester (MHT).

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Manchester most commonly connect through: • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 57% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 9% of one-stop connections Chicago Midway (MDW) 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 Manchester?

On the Des Moines to Manchester route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $359 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $516: a $157 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Manchester?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Manchester takes 0h 00m, covering 1,137 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Manchester?

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 Manchester 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 $362 to $2,150. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Manchester looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Manchester are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $416, which is 29% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 56m, compared with 5h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 22m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Manchester?

Manchester 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 Manchester Airport (MHT)?

Manchester Airport (MHT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Alamo • Budget • Thrifty

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Manchester range from $358 to $455, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Manchester?

American Airlines ($362) and Southwest ($398) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Manchester according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Manchester?

Chicago Midway (MDW) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Manchester route. 57% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MDW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Manchester?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $344. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Manchester which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago Midway (MDW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Manchester layovers at 182 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $358-$455

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Typical prices: $249-$418

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Shortest trip • 4h 56m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Manchester

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

7:29 am - 4:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:21 am - 12:45 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

6h 24m1 stop Philadelphia

$362American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

7:29 am - 4:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 1:30 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

8h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl

$367American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

2:01 pm - 12:23 amDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

9h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:00 am - 1:30 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

8h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$373American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27

3:01 pm - 9:44 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

5h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

12:55 pm - 7:54 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

7h 59m1 stop Philadelphia

$391American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25

5:50 am - 11:25 amDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

4h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:35 am - 11:20 amMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

4h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

$398Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25

5:50 am - 4:00 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

9h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

7:35 am - 11:20 amMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

4h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

$403Southwest

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

1:21 pm - 11:56 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

9h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9:25 am - 5:27 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

9h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$426United Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

11:27 am - 11:56 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

11h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9:25 am - 5:27 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

9h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$465United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

5:50 am - 4:00 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

9h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

3:50 pm - 10:00 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

7h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$547Southwest

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

3:11 pm - 11:56 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

7h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:25 am - 5:48 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

9h 23m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$585United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Manchester

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

1:30 pm - 9:55 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

7h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:03 am - 1:59 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

7h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$595American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

1:09 pm - 9:26 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

7h 17m1 stop Philadelphia

6:00 am - 1:59 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

8h 59m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$600American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

5:30 am - 2:55 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

12:45 pm - 8:45 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

9h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$605Southwest

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

8:00 am - 7:01 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

10h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:25 am - 5:48 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

9h 23m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$660United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

5:40 am - 1:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

4:50 pm - 8:45 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

4h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$710Southwest

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

5:40 am - 1:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

3:30 pm - 8:45 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

6h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$715Southwest

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

3:11 pm - 11:56 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

7h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:25 am - 9:01 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

12h 36m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl

$733United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

5:56 pm - 12:15 amDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:52 pm - 9:36 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

7h 44m1 stop Philadelphia

$754American Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

6:00 am - 7:01 pmDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

12h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:25 am - 5:48 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

9h 23m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$791United Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

5:56 pm - 12:15 amDSM Des Moines-MHT Manchester

5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 12:04 pmMHT Manchester-DSM Des Moines

7h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

$997American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Manchester start at $362. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $358 to $455. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $362 on American Airlines.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Manchester?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Manchester.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Manchester?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Manchester takes 0h 00m, covering 1,137 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Manchester?
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 Manchester flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Manchester range from $358 to $455, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Manchester 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 $362 to $2,150. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Manchester looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Manchester are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $416, which is 29% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Manchester Airport (MHT)?
Manchester Airport (MHT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Budget
• Thrifty
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Manchester?
Flights from Des Moines to Manchester usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Manchester (MHT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Manchester pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Manchester most commonly connect through:

• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 9% of one-stop connections

Chicago Midway (MDW) 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 Manchester?
On the Des Moines to Manchester route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $359 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $516: a $157 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Manchester?
Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 56m, compared with 5h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 22m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Manchester?
Manchester is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $359 - about $157 less than Friday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Manchester trip for January. Fares historically average $307 round-trip in that month - typically $272 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 Manchester Airport.
- Best Western Plus Executive Court Inn & Conference Center
- Courtyard by Marriott Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
- Holiday Inn Manchester Airport By IHG

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