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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $310-$522
United Airlines
Fri 11/16Sun 11/18
DSM - OKC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $155-$333
Delta
Sat 10/27
DSM - OKC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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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Cheapest • Avg $218 (round-trip)
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

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
5:09 pm - 11:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 21m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:31 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
$279United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 11:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 2:15 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
8h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$284Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 1:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
8h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
3:05 pm - 10:00 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$284Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 7:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
23h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:27 pm - 1:52 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
17h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$296Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 12:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 8:40 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$297Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
9h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 2:15 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
8h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$307Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 2:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:07 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
4h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$318American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 2:15 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$318Southwest
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 8:45 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
9h 50m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Denver Intl
$323Southwest
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
5:23 am - 10:34 amDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
5h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 11:23 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$348American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Oklahoma City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City typically range from $310 to $522. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on United Airlines.

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

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

Key details for Des Moines to Oklahoma City flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$140
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Oklahoma City

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Oklahoma City takes 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,590. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $274, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • 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).

  • 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Des Moines to Oklahoma City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $532, a difference of $234.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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).

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $298, about $234 less than Tuesday fares (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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