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

Flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines usually depart from Lake Charles (LCH) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

Connecting flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines most commonly pass through: • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 60% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Lake Charles to Des Moines route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $559 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $678, a difference of $119. 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 Lake Charles to Des Moines?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lake Charles to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 40m and 6h 21m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles 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 $349 to $963. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 40m, compared with 6h 21m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lake Charles to Des Moines?

American Airlines ($349) and United Airlines ($369) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Lake Charles to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Lake Charles to Des Moines?

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) is the most popular layover for the Lake Charles to Des Moines route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IAH.

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

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $637. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Lake Charles to Des Moines layovers at 232 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

10:52 am - 5:52 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

7h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:22 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

4h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27

6:12 pm - 10:30 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

4h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:00 am - 10:43 amDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

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$369United Airlines

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7:30 am - 2:14 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

6h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:27 am - 9:06 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

9h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$394United Airlines

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7:15 am - 2:20 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:55 am - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

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$424United Airlines

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7:15 am - 4:07 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

8h 52m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

9:55 am - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

11h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$429United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

7:15 am - 2:20 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:27 pm - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

8h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$445United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

7:15 am - 4:07 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

8h 52m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

1:27 pm - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

8h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$450United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3

7:15 am - 5:33 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

10h 18m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:01 pm - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

6h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$465United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3

7:15 am - 2:20 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

3:01 pm - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

6h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$500United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

7:15 am - 2:20 pmLCH Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

3:01 pm - 9:40 pmDSM Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles

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

Round-trip flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines start at $349. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $559 to $678. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Lake Charles to Des Moines?
Flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines usually depart from Lake Charles (LCH) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines pass through?
Connecting flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Lake Charles to Des Moines route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $559 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $678, a difference of $119. 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 Lake Charles to Des Moines?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lake Charles to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 40m and 6h 21m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles 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 $349 to $963. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lake Charles to Des Moines?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 40m, compared with 6h 21m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
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

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average $559 - about $119 less than Wednesday (18% savings) 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
- Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
- Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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