MRY - DSM

$261 Find Cheap Flights from Monterey to Des Moines

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Monterey to Des Moines departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Monterey to Des Moines, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$354
Typical prices: $589-$642
American Airlines
Fri 4/24Tue 4/28
MRY - DSM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$261
American Airlines
Sat 5/2
MRY - DSM • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $354 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Monterey and Des Moines. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 41m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 47% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Monterey to Des Moines (MRY-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Monterey to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Monterey to Des Moines

Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 11:49 pm
MRY
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DSM
11h 54m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:25 am
DSM
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MRY
6h 00m
1 stop
$354American Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 11:49 pm
MRY
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DSM
11h 54m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 10:44 pm
DSM
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MRY
10h 28m
2 stops
$359American Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28
United Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:44 am
MRY
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DSM
13h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:27 am
DSM
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MRY
7h 57m
2 stops
$449United Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
American Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 11:59 pm
MRY
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DSM
9h 19m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 10:44 pm
DSM
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MRY
6h 18m
1 stop
$493American Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 28
American Airlines Logo
12:48 pm - 11:49 pm
MRY
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DSM
9h 01m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 6:52 pm
DSM
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MRY
6h 14m
1 stop
$498American Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:36 pm
MRY
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DSM
5h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 9:10 pm
DSM
-
MRY
5h 53m
1 stop
$509United Airlines
Fri, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 28
United Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:44 am
MRY
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DSM
13h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:43 am
DSM
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MRY
8h 13m
2 stops
$574United Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 8:30 pm
MRY
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DSM
11h 25m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 9:10 pm
DSM
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MRY
5h 53m
1 stop
$588United Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 8:17 pm
MRY
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DSM
10h 12m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:34 am - 5:58 pm
DSM
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MRY
8h 24m
2 stops
$593United Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26
United Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:44 am
MRY
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DSM
13h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:27 am
DSM
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MRY
7h 57m
2 stops
$594United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Monterey to Des Moines flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Monterey to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Monterey to Des Moines?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Monterey to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Monterey to Des Moines is October, where tickets cost $288 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $936 and $723 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$261
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Monterey to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Monterey 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
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Monterey to Des Moines

  • What is the cheapest flight from Monterey to Des Moines?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Monterey to Des Moines was $261 for a one-way ticket and $354 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Monterey and Des Moines?

    A passport is not required to fly from Monterey to Des Moines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Monterey to Des Moines?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Monterey to Des Moines?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Monterey and Des Moines, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Monterey to Des Moines, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Monterey to Des Moines are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $505 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $508 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Monterey to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Monterey to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Monterey to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Monterey is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Monterey to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Monterey with another airline. Booking your flights between Monterey and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Monterey to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Monterey up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Monterey to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Monterey to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Monterey to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9418 reviews
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Mar 2026
SFO - DEN
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

The flight was really crowded. Flight attendants were just ok.

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