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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $310-$522
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Sat 12/8
DSM - OKC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $155-$333
Southwest
Wed 10/17
DSM - OKC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Oklahoma City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $218 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City (DSM-OKC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Oklahoma City

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:30 pm - 5:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
4h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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10:45 am - 5:50 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$279Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:10 am - 1:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
10:45 am - 5:50 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$279Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 2:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 9:15 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
4h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$279American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 2:24 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 pm - 11:07 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
4h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$279American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 11:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 10:51 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
5h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 12:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
11:20 am - 5:50 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$279Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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3:30 pm - 11:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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12:25 pm - 8:45 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
8h 20m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl
$284Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:30 pm - 5:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
4h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:05 am - 2:15 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
8h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$284Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:30 pm - 12:35 amDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
8h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 12:00 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$284Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 1:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:00 pm - 10:00 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
9h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$284Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Oklahoma City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City start at $279. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $310 to $522. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Oklahoma City, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 40% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Oklahoma City flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$140
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 120% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Oklahoma City Will Rogers World (OKC).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 Oklahoma City?

    On the Des Moines to Oklahoma City route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $298 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $532: a $234 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Oklahoma City?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Oklahoma City takes 0h 00m, covering 475 miles.

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

    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 Oklahoma City 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 $1,220. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Oklahoma City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $206, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 4h 42m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 5h 46m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What car rental options are available at Oklahoma City Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)?

    Oklahoma City Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Oklahoma City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City range from $310 to $522, with an average of $380 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Oklahoma City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $298 - about $234 less than Tuesday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Oklahoma City trip for August. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $540 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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