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Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $310-$522
Frontier
Fri 10/26Mon 11/5
DSM - OKC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$116
Typical prices: $155-$333
Frontier
Thu 9/27
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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When to travel
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

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:25 pm - 7:24 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
22h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:19 pm - 7:35 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
23h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$215Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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11:29 am - 7:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
8h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:30 pm - 7:33 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
23h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
$249Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
Frontier Logo
11:29 am - 7:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
8h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:30 pm - 7:33 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
23h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
$265Frontier
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:11 pm - 7:24 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
22h 13m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:19 pm - 7:35 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
23h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$273Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
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, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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3:50 pm - 11:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
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12:20 pm - 10:10 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
9h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
$284Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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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
Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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2:25 pm - 10:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Houston Hobby
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12:20 pm - 10:10 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
9h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
$289Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 12:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:02 am - 2:35 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
5h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 12:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 12:04 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$455American 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 start at $215. 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 $215 on Frontier.

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

$116
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 $215 to $676. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $181, which is 25% 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).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to Oklahoma City

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
Oklahoma City (OKC)