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

Flights from Little Rock to Des Moines usually depart from Little Rock (LIT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Little Rock to Des Moines: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Little Rock to Des Moines most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Little Rock to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $623, a difference of $327. 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 UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Little Rock to Des Moines?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Little Rock to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 58m and 6h 58m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Little Rock 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 Little Rock 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 $233 to $602. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Little Rock to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $337, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 5h 14m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 5h 17m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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 Little Rock to Des Moines?

United Airlines ($233) and Southwest ($326) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Little Rock to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Little Rock to Des Moines?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Little Rock to Des Moines route. 38% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

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

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $207. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Little Rock to Des Moines layovers at 189 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

5:24 pm - 10:15 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

4h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:55 pm - 11:31 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$233United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

11:25 am - 8:40 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

9h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl

5:35 am - 2:15 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

8h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl

$326Southwest

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

10:10 am - 5:50 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

7h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

5:35 am - 2:15 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

8h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl

$330Southwest

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 10

5:24 pm - 10:15 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

4h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:55 pm - 11:31 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$334United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

11:10 am - 10:10 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

11h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

4:30 pm - 12:05 amDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

7h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

$368Southwest

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

7:53 pm - 12:14 amLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:42 pm - 11:49 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

4h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$372American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13

7:53 pm - 12:14 amLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:42 pm - 11:49 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

4h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$397American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

11:10 am - 11:15 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

12h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway

4:30 pm - 12:05 amDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

7h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

$397Southwest

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 9

5:16 pm - 10:26 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:54 pm - 11:46 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$446Delta

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4

7:30 am - 2:15 pmLIT Little Rock-DSM Des Moines

6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:45 am - 12:51 pmDSM Des Moines-LIT Little Rock

7h 06m1 stop Denver Intl

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

Round-trip flights from Little Rock to Des Moines start at $233. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $317 to $623. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Little Rock to Des Moines?
Flights from Little Rock to Des Moines usually depart from Little Rock (LIT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Little Rock to Des Moines?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Little Rock to Des Moines:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Little Rock to Des Moines pass through?
One-stop flights from Little Rock to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Little Rock to Des Moines?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Little Rock to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $623, a difference of $327. 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 UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Little Rock to Des Moines?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Little Rock to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 58m and 6h 58m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Little Rock 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 Little Rock 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 $233 to $602. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Little Rock to Des Moines looking right now?
One-way fares from Little Rock to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $337, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Little Rock to Des Moines?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 5h 14m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 5h 17m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $296 - about $327 less than Friday (52% 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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