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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $316-$394
Delta
Sun 12/2Tue 12/4
DSM - MEM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $248-$374
Frontier
Thu 12/6
DSM - MEM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Memphis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 36% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $268 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Memphis (DSM-MEM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Memphis

Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:41 am - 11:12 amDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
4h 31m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:59 am - 6:06 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:20 am - 9:48 amDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:04 pm - 10:38 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
4h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:53 pm - 11:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
4h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:16 am - 11:55 amMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$279Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:58 pm - 8:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:00 am - 3:14 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
7h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$303Delta
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:10 amDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:45 am - 1:32 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$313American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:16 pm - 12:18 amDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:43 am - 1:35 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318American Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 11:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
7h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:11 am - 1:32 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
8h 21m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$338American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 2:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
8h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
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5:25 am - 11:25 amMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$352Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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3:30 pm - 10:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:25 am - 2:15 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
8h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
$352Southwest
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:00 am - 2:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:35 pm - 7:19 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$365United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Memphis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Memphis typically range from $316 to $394. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on Delta.

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

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 Memphis. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 131% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Memphis?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Memphis at $226 round-trip.
•October ($842) and September ($432) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 272% 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 Memphis flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$156
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Memphis

When to book flights from Des Moines to Memphis

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Memphis?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Memphis takes 00m, covering 491 miles.

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

    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 Memphis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Memphis range from $316 to $394, with an average of $354 over the past 12 months. Anything below $316 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Memphis 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 $279 to $653. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Memphis are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $280.

  • What car rental options are available at Memphis Airport (MEM)?

    Memphis Airport (MEM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Memphis usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Memphis (MEM).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Des Moines to Memphis. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $337 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $820, a difference of $483.

    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 Memphis?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 22m, compared with 4h 44m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 46m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Memphis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Memphis are Graceland, FedEx Forum and Renasant Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Memphis on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Memphis 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 Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $337, about $483 less than Sunday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Memphis trip for August. Fares historically average $226 round-trip in that month - typically $616 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Memphis Airport.

    • Colonial Inn & Suites /Airport/Graceland
    • Knights Inn Memphis
    • Budget Host Inn & Suites Memphis

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