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Cheapest round-trip
$457
Typical prices: $267-$588
Delta
Sat 10/6Wed 10/24
FAY - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$269
Typical prices: $409-$451
American Airlines
Sun 2/4
FAY - DSM • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $376 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fayetteville to Des Moines (FAY-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fayetteville to Des Moines

Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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5:10 am - 10:42 amFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
6h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:22 am - 7:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
7h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$639American Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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6:48 pm - 10:26 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:57 am - 11:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
11h 09m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$644Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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10:31 am - 9:11 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
11h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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10:57 am - 11:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
11h 09m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$749Delta
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How much is a round-trip flight from Fayetteville to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Fayetteville to Des Moines typically range from $267 to $588. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $457, on Delta.

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$269
One-way flight from Fayetteville to Des Moines

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Your Fayetteville to Des Moines flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Fayetteville to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 57m and 5h 11m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Fayetteville to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fayetteville to Des Moines range from $267 to $588, with an average of $279 over the past 12 months. Anything below $267 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Fayetteville to Des Moines 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 $457 to $1,012. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Fayetteville to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $304, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Fayetteville to Des Moines usually depart from Fayetteville (FAY) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

    Connecting flights from Fayetteville to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from Fayetteville to Des Moines. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $267 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $594, a difference of $327.

    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 Fayetteville to Des Moines?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 57m, compared with 5h 11m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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