MSN - DSM

$257 Find Cheap Flights from Madison to Des Moines - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$257
Typical prices: $288-$437
American Airlines
Sun 12/2Fri 12/14
MSN - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$329
Typical prices: $228-$318
United Airlines
Sun 12/23
MSN - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madison and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 14% price drop
February
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $339 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 3h 58m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Des Moines!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Madison to Des Moines (MSN-DSM)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to Des Moines

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:53 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
3h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 12:08 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257American Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 7:15 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
4h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:41 am - 10:19 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
3h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$308Delta
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:01 am - 8:55 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
3h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 12:08 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
United Airlines Logo
6:39 pm - 10:51 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:06 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
3h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$347United Airlines
Sat, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 14
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 4:14 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
7h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 9:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
United Airlines Logo
5:43 pm - 9:55 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 12:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 4:46 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
30h 08m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 9:50 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
26h 30m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
$536Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
United Airlines Logo
5:43 pm - 10:59 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
5h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 11:55 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$617United Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:05 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
11h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:06 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
3h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$619United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 9:45 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-DSM Des Moines
31h 10m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:58 amDSM  Des Moines-MSN Madison Truax Field
49h 13m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
$652Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Madison to Des Moines flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to Des Moines typically range from $288 to $437. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $257, on American Airlines.

Find deals

Key details for Madison to Des Moines flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$257
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Madison to Des Moines

When to book flights from Madison to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madison to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Madison 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 Madison to Des Moines?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madison to Des Moines:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 247 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Des Moines range from $288 to $437, with an average of $322 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Madison to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $387, which is 68% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Madison to Des Moines usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

    Connecting flights from Madison to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 77% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 23% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 56% on flights from Madison to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $279 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $630, a difference of $351.

    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 Madison to Des Moines?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 3h 58m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • 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 Madison 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $279, about $351 less than Monday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to Des Moines trip for December. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $352 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport
    • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

More options for your flight from Madison to Des Moines

Complete your trip to Des Moines with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Des Moines
Hotels in Des Moines
Vacations in Des Moines