DSM - MOB

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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $308-$506
Delta
Tue 4/24Fri 4/27
DSM - MOB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $283-$389
American Airlines
Mon 11/26
DSM - MOB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Mobile. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 32% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $421 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Mobile (DSM-MOB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Mobile

Sat, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 27
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11:04 am - 3:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:18 amMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 25
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5:45 am - 11:33 amDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
5h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:18 amMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
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5:45 am - 11:33 amDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
5h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:18 amMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Fri, Dec 25 - Mon, Dec 28
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5:30 am - 10:57 amDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
5h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:07 pm - 5:31 pmMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
8h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:00 am - 2:19 pmMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
5h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$439United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 11:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
4h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:01 pm - 12:18 amMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
12h 17m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$441American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
12:52 pm - 9:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
9h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:40 am - 2:19 pmMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
7h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$444United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 4:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
7h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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11:28 am - 5:46 pmMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$458American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 4:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
7h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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11:28 am - 5:46 pmMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$473American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Mon, Dec 28
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 5:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-MOB Mobile
12h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:22 pm - 11:58 pmMOB  Mobile-DSM Des Moines
5h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$544American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Mobile flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Mobile typically range from $308 to $506. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Mobile. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

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Key details for Des Moines to Mobile flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$170
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Mobile

When to book flights from Des Moines to Mobile

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Mobile takes 00m, covering 807 miles.

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

    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 Mobile flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Mobile range from $308 to $506, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Mobile 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 $339 to $1,453. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Mobile are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $423, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Mobile Airport (MOB)?

    Mobile Airport (MOB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $66 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Mobile usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Mobile (MOB).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Des Moines to Mobile. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $305.

    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 Mobile?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 17m, compared with 5h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 46m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Mobile 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $308, about $305 less than Thursday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Mobile trip for October. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $394 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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