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

Flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines usually depart from Grand Junction Regnl (GJT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines pass through Denver Intl (DEN), 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 Grand Junction to Des Moines?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Grand Junction to Des Moines route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $270 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $492, a difference of $222. 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 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.

How long is a flight from Grand Junction to Des Moines?

A nonstop flight from Grand Junction to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 799 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Grand Junction 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 Grand Junction 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 $339 to $1,207. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Grand Junction and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Grand Junction (Central Time vs Mountain 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 Grand Junction to Des Moines flight?

Round-trip flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines range from $349 to $438, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Grand Junction to Des Moines?

United Airlines ($339) and American Airlines ($339) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Grand Junction to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $407. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Grand Junction to Des Moines layovers at 163 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

1:47 pm - 8:36 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 49m1 stop Denver Intl

9:00 am - 12:45 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$339United Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1

5:00 pm - 11:07 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:00 am - 11:28 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

7h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$339American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1

5:00 pm - 11:07 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:00 am - 11:28 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

7h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$339American Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

1:47 pm - 8:36 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 49m1 stop Denver Intl

9:00 am - 12:45 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$347United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

7:00 am - 12:31 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

5:45 am - 8:49 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

$354United Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29

6:06 pm - 11:48 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 42m1 stop Denver Intl

1:27 pm - 5:21 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

$376United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 23

5:30 am - 10:52 amGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

5:22 pm - 8:30 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 08m1 stop Denver Intl

$381United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

5:30 am - 10:52 amGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

5:45 am - 8:49 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

$381United Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

5:00 pm - 11:07 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:31 pm - 10:34 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$384American Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4

5:30 am - 10:52 amGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

5:45 am - 8:49 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

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

Round-trip flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines start at $339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $349 to $438. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Grand Junction to Des Moines?
Flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines usually depart from Grand Junction Regnl (GJT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines.
Which airports do connecting flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines pass through?
Most connecting flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines pass through Denver Intl (DEN), 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 Grand Junction to Des Moines?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Grand Junction to Des Moines route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $270 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $492, a difference of $222. 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 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.
How long is a flight from Grand Junction to Des Moines?
A nonstop flight from Grand Junction to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 799 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Grand Junction 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 Grand Junction 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 $339 to $1,207. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Grand Junction and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Grand Junction (Central Time vs Mountain 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 Grand Junction to Des Moines flight?
Round-trip flights from Grand Junction to Des Moines range from $349 to $438, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $270 - about $222 less than Tuesday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Grand Junction to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $292 round-trip in that month - typically $757 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 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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