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

Flights from Des Moines to Montgomery usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Montgomery Dannelly Field (MGM).

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Montgomery most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 44% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 44% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Des Moines to Montgomery. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $367 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $904, a difference of $537. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Montgomery?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Montgomery. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 06m and 6h 35m in total, depending on the connection.

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

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 Montgomery 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 $378 to $1,327. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 06m, compared with 5h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 35m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

What car rental options are available at Montgomery Dannelly Field Airport (MGM)?

Montgomery Dannelly Field Airport (MGM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Alamo • Dollar • Thrifty • Avis

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Montgomery range from $384 to $768, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Montgomery typically range from $384 to $768. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $378, on American Airlines.

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

American Airlines ($378) and Delta ($384) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Montgomery according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) are the most popular layovers for the Des Moines to Montgomery route. 44% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL or IAH.

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

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $423. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Montgomery layovers at 3h 18m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

3:31 pm - 10:27 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:12 pm - 11:30 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

5h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$378American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

2:48 pm - 11:15 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

8h 27m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 10:44 amMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$384Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

6:13 am - 5:44 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

11h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:46 am - 8:43 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

10h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$389Delta

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

3:00 pm - 10:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

7h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:25 am - 2:19 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

7h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$448United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

8:00 am - 4:11 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

8h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:25 am - 2:19 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

7h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$448United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

3:00 pm - 10:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

7h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:25 am - 4:11 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

9h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$454United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

8:00 am - 4:11 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

8h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:25 am - 4:11 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

9h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$454United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

9:00 am - 10:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

13h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:25 am - 2:19 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

7h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$454United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

6:52 pm - 10:47 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:24 pm - 10:35 pmMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

4h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$927Delta

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

1:58 pm - 11:24 pmDSM Des Moines-MGM Montgomery Dannelly Field

9h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

5:49 pm - 12:26 amMGM Montgomery Dannelly Field-DSM Des Moines

6h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$990American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Montgomery? 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 Montgomery departing in november.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Montgomery?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Montgomery.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Montgomery?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Montgomery. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 06m and 6h 35m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Montgomery?
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 Montgomery flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Montgomery range from $384 to $768, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Montgomery 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 $378 to $1,327. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Montgomery Dannelly Field Airport (MGM)?
Montgomery Dannelly Field Airport (MGM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Montgomery?
Flights from Des Moines to Montgomery usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Montgomery Dannelly Field (MGM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Montgomery pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Montgomery most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Montgomery?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 60% on flights from Des Moines to Montgomery. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $367 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $904, a difference of $537.

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 Montgomery?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 06m, compared with 5h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 35m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $367, about $537 less than Monday fares (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Montgomery trip for July. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $606 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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