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Cheapest round-trip
$262
Typical prices: $321-$519
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Sun 12/9Thu 12/13
JAX - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $124-$389
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/14
JAX - DSM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Jacksonville and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 72% price drop
July
Most popular
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Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $416 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines (JAX-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Jacksonville to Des Moines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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4:00 pm - 4:46 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
25h 46m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:07 am - 8:45 amDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
22h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$262Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 13
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3:39 pm - 4:46 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
26h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
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9:07 am - 8:45 amDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
22h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$288Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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12:00 pm - 4:49 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
5h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:53 pm - 11:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:50 am - 3:14 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:53 pm - 12:09 amDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
4h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:00 am - 2:44 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:05 pm - 10:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
7h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$295American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:25 pm - 10:21 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
5h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:00 am - 4:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
7h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$295United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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11:37 am - 7:19 pmJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
8h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 2:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$300United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 13
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3:05 pm - 9:50 amJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
19h 45m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Nashville Intl
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9:07 am - 8:45 amDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
22h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$302Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 21
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6:00 am - 10:20 amJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:16 pm - 11:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
4h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 21
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6:00 am - 10:20 amJAX  Jacksonville-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:16 pm - 11:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-JAX Jacksonville
4h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$334American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Jacksonville to Des Moines flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Jacksonville to Des Moines. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

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Key details for Jacksonville to Des Moines flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$125
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines

When to book flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Jacksonville to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Jacksonville to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 1,012 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines range from $321 to $519, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $321 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Jacksonville to Des Moines?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $126 round-trip, compared to $416 via a layover through Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Jacksonville 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 $262 to $865. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Jacksonville to Des Moines are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $215.

  • 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 Jacksonville to Des Moines?

    Flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines usually depart from Jacksonville (JAX) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $311 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $591, a difference of $280.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 51m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 55m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Jacksonville (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.

Your guide to booking Jacksonville to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $311, about $280 less than Wednesday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Jacksonville to Des Moines trip for November. Fares historically average $118 round-trip in that month - typically $858 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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