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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $265-$466
Delta
Mon 9/17Tue 9/18
OKC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $135-$278
United Airlines
Fri 10/5
OKC - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Oklahoma City and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 57% price drop
May
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Top layover airports
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Cheapest • Avg $273 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oklahoma City to Des Moines (OKC-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oklahoma City to Des Moines

Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 18
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 10:46 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:05 amDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$289Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18
Frontier Logo
8:30 pm - 10:44 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
14h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:30 pm - 7:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
23h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$334Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
Delta Logo
7:17 am - 2:06 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:05 amDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$348Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:27 pm - 11:24 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
3h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 4:16 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$387American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 1:28 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 9:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$387American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 1:33 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 8:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$387American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 18
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 10:15 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
6h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field
$402Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:17 amOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
4h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
4h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$419American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 9:06 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
24h 36m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 7:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
23h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$423Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 7:30 pmOKC  Oklahoma City Will Rogers World-DSM Des Moines
12h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OKC Oklahoma City Will Rogers World
6h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field
$430Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Oklahoma City to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Oklahoma City to Des Moines start at $289. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $265 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $289 on Delta.

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Key details for Oklahoma City to Des Moines flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$140
Most popular time to fly with an average 47% increase in price.
Flight from Oklahoma City to Des Moines

When to book flights from Oklahoma City to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City to Des Moines?

    Flights from Oklahoma City to Des Moines usually depart from Oklahoma City Will Rogers World (OKC) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Oklahoma City to Des Moines.

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 5% 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 Oklahoma City to Des Moines?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Oklahoma City to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $305 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $656, a difference of $351. 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 Oklahoma City to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Oklahoma City to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 475 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City 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 $289 to $1,261. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Oklahoma City to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $270, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 23m, compared with 5h 02m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 35m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • 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 Oklahoma City to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Oklahoma City to Des Moines range from $265 to $466, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $265 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Oklahoma City 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $305 - about $351 less than Sunday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oklahoma City to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $163 round-trip in that month - typically $553 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Oklahoma City to Des Moines

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Oklahoma City (OKC)
Des Moines (DSM)