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Cheapest round-trip
$472
Typical prices: $432-$656
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Wed 12/12Thu 12/13
GNV - DSM • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Gainesville and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Gainesville to Des Moines (GNV-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gainesville to Des Moines

Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:00 pm - 10:38 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-DSM Des Moines
6h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:58 pm - 10:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-GNV Gainesville Regional
6h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$472Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:00 pm - 10:38 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-DSM Des Moines
6h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:01 am - 10:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 53m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$477Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:00 am - 4:11 pmGNV  Gainesville Regional-DSM Des Moines
11h 11m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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11:01 am - 10:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-GNV Gainesville Regional
10h 53m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$637Delta
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How much is a round-trip flight from Gainesville to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Gainesville to Des Moines typically range from $432 to $656. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $472, on Delta.

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$472
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Your Gainesville to Des Moines flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Gainesville to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 1,036 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Gainesville 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 Gainesville to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $472 to $637. That means the highest observed fare was about 34% higher than the lowest one.

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

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Gainesville to Des Moines usually depart from Gainesville Regional (GNV) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

    Most connecting flights from Gainesville to Des Moines pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Gainesville to Des Moines. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $432 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $682, a difference of $250.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Gainesville (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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