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

Flights from Flint to Des Moines usually depart from Flint Bishop (FNT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Flint to Des Moines pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

On the Flint to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 65%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $858: a $550 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

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

Do I need a passport to fly from Flint 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.

Have flight prices from Flint 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 $354 to $805. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Flint to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $490, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Flint and Des Moines?

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Flint to Des Moines range from $308 to $413, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Flint to Des Moines?

American Airlines ($354) and United Airlines ($354) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Flint to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Flint to Des Moines?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $379. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Flint to Des Moines which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Flint to Des Moines layovers at 190 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $308-$413

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Typical prices: $346-$432

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Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

5:59 pm - 12:04 amFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:26 am - 4:31 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$354American Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

6:55 am - 10:31 amFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:36 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

3h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$354United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

9:00 am - 12:20 pmFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

4h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:36 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

3h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

6:27 pm - 9:55 pmFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:36 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

3h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

9:00 am - 12:20 pmFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

4h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:36 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

3h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$419United Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29

6:31 pm - 11:35 pmFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:55 pm - 11:55 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

4h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$429United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

5:32 am - 8:39 amFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

4h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 am - 4:31 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

8h 31m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$545American Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9

6:00 am - 10:21 pmFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

17h 21m1 stop Punta Gorda

7:57 pm - 9:17 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

24h 20m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$559Allegiant Air

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

6:00 am - 8:56 amFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

3h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:22 am - 11:55 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

11h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$698American Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

6:00 am - 3:11 pmFNT Flint Bishop-DSM Des Moines

10h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

11:22 am - 11:55 pmDSM Des Moines-FNT Flint Bishop

11h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$805American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Flint to Des Moines start at $354. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $413. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $354 on American Airlines.

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Cheapest flight	$379

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Which airports can I use when flying from Flint to Des Moines?
Flights from Flint to Des Moines usually depart from Flint Bishop (FNT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Flint to Des Moines?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Flint to Des Moines.
Which airports do connecting flights from Flint to Des Moines pass through?
Most connecting flights from Flint to Des Moines pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Flint to Des Moines?
On the Flint to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 65%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $858: a $550 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?
Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are Iowa Events Center, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Flint 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.
Have flight prices from Flint 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 $354 to $805. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Flint to Des Moines looking right now?
One-way fares from Flint to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $490, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Flint and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 1 hour behind Flint (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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
How much should I expect to pay for a Flint to Des Moines flight?
Round-trip flights from Flint to Des Moines range from $308 to $413, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $308 - about $550 less than Tuesday (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Flint to Des Moines trip for October. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $520 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
- Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
- Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
- Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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