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

Flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 27% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $256 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $713, a difference of $457. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Milwaukee?

Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Riverside Theater and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Milwaukee?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Milwaukee takes 00m, covering 310 miles.

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

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 Milwaukee 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 $218 to $791. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Des Moines to Milwaukee are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $241, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 55m, compared with 4h 26m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 45m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

What car rental options are available at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?

Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Budget • Alamo • Sixt

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee range from $326 to $675, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee typically range from $326 to $675. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $218, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Milwaukee?

United Airlines ($218) and Southwest ($223) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Milwaukee according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Milwaukee?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Milwaukee route. 67% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

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

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $399. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Milwaukee layovers at 2h 31m over the past 3 months.

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August

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Cheapest • Avg $399 (round-trip)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

6:05 am - 11:28 amDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 10:37 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

5h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$218United Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12

7:00 am - 2:05 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

5:35 am - 1:40 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

$223Southwest

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

1:30 pm - 4:40 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway

8:00 am - 10:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

14h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$234Southwest

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12

6:00 am - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

15h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

7:20 am - 7:40 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

12h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$250Southwest

Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 23

7:15 pm - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway

5:20 pm - 11:35 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$265Southwest

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

6:00 am - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

15h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

6:20 am - 11:25 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway

$276Southwest

Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 23

7:15 pm - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:55 am - 11:35 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

15h 40m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$281Southwest

Sun, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 18

9:30 am - 1:32 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 pm - 11:17 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$285United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31

6:00 am - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

15h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

8:00 am - 10:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

14h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$292Southwest

Sun, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 23

6:40 am - 11:55 amDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl

5:20 pm - 11:35 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$296Southwest

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

6:05 am - 11:28 amDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:18 pm - 9:55 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

3h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$637United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4

7:00 am - 2:05 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

2:15 pm - 10:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

7h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$642Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 12:44 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 44m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:30 am - 10:19 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

3h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$643Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

6:40 am - 1:55 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl

7:55 am - 11:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

15h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$648Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

6:00 am - 11:00 amDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:55 am - 11:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

15h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$654Southwest

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 4

6:00 am - 9:25 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

15h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

2:15 pm - 10:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

7h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$659Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

6:00 am - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

15h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

7:55 am - 11:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

15h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$670Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9

7:23 am - 11:08 amDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:08 pm - 10:10 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

17h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

$932American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

4:25 pm - 11:10 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

7:55 am - 11:05 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

15h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

$934Southwest

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

11:28 am - 5:51 pmDSM Des Moines-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:08 pm - 10:10 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-DSM Des Moines

17h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

$970American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Milwaukee? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Milwaukee departing in november.

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High season	November
Cheapest flight	$112

The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Milwaukee based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Milwaukee takes 00m, covering 310 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
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 Milwaukee flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee range from $326 to $675, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $326 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Milwaukee 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 $218 to $791. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Milwaukee looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Milwaukee are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $241, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?
Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Sixt
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
Flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $256 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $713, a difference of $457.

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 Milwaukee?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 55m, compared with 4h 26m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 45m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).
What popular places can I visit in Milwaukee?
Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Riverside Theater and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $256, about $457 less than Monday fares (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Milwaukee trip for August. Fares historically average $242 round-trip in that month - typically $471 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport.

• Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Conference Center
• Hampton Inn Milwaukee-Airport
• Super 8 by Wyndham Milwaukee Airport

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