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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $329-$486
Delta
Fri 11/23Sat 12/1
MEM - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $183-$268
Frontier
Mon 10/22
MEM - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 49% price drop
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Des Moines (MEM-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Des Moines

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
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4:53 pm - 10:35 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:53 pm - 11:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
4h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:00 am - 10:19 amMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
4h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:58 pm - 8:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:59 am - 6:07 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
6h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:58 pm - 8:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:00 am - 10:19 amMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
4h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:53 pm - 10:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 52m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$279Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:12 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
5h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:12 pm - 11:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 12:34 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:55 pm - 11:16 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 2:15 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:27 pm - 9:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$353United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:00 am - 5:28 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
11h 28m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 2:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 39m1 stop Denver Intl
$354United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:58 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
5h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:30 am - 10:57 amDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$357American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 7:09 pmMEM  Memphis-DSM Des Moines
7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 5:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-MEM Memphis
7h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Des Moines start at $279. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $329 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279 on Delta.

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Key details for Memphis to Des Moines flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$129
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 49% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Memphis to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Memphis 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 Memphis to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Memphis to Des Moines usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% 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 Memphis to Des Moines?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Memphis to Des Moines route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $317 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $486, a difference of $169. 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 Memphis to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Memphis to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 491 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 $279 to $1,001. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Memphis to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $274, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 5h 11m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 00m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 Memphis to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Memphis to Des Moines range from $329 to $486, with an average of $391 over the past 12 months. Anything below $329 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Memphis to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $317 - about $169 less than Thursday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $201 round-trip in that month - typically $401 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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