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Cheapest round-trip
$335
Typical prices: $386-$616
United Airlines
Sat 11/17Sun 11/18
DSM - ROC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $193-$348
Delta
Sat 10/6
DSM - ROC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Rochester. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 30% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $368 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Rochester (DSM-ROC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Rochester

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
3:24 pm - 9:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:32 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$335United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 9:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 10:00 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$336Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 4:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 8:36 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 06m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$340United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
9h 56m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:32 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$345United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 9:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 12:14 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
7h 22m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:08 pm - 10:45 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$389American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
7h 22m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 12:14 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 22m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 10:55 amDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
14h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 12:14 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 11:18 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
12:53 pm - 9:50 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
21h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$598Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 11:18 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 4:49 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines
24h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$618Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Rochester flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Rochester start at $335. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $386 to $616. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $335 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Rochester, it is 30% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 79% 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 Rochester flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$128
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Rochester

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Rochester usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Greater Rochester Intl (ROC).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Rochester?

    On the Des Moines to Rochester route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 61%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $317 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $808: a $491 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rochester?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rochester are Strong National Museum of Play, Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Blue Cross Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Rochester on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Rochester takes 0h 00m, covering 822 miles.

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

    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 Rochester 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 $272 to $961. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Rochester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 4h 29m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 59m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Rochester?

    Rochester is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC)?

    Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Rochester range from $386 to $616, with an average of $449 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Rochester 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 Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $317 - about $491 less than Wednesday (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Rochester trip for September. Fares historically average $316 round-trip in that month - typically $525 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Greater Rochester Intl Airport.
    - Staybridge Suites Rochester University By IHG
    - Best Western The Inn at Rochester Airport
    - Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport

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