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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $298-$666
American Airlines
Sun 9/30Sun 10/7
ROA - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$208
Typical prices: $248-$381
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2
ROA - DSM • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Roanoke and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 19% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $382 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Roanoke to Des Moines (ROA-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Roanoke to Des Moines

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 9:23 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:46 amROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:04 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
6h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:22 am - 5:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:04 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
6h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 4:18 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
6:38 pm - 10:33 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
4h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 12:04 amROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
9h 37m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 4:18 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$324American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:04 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
6h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 6:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
10h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$324American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 9:23 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:32 am - 7:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
8h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$324United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
5:51 pm - 9:27 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:24 pm - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
9h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$324United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:15 pmROA  Roanoke-DSM Des Moines
9h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:24 pm - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-ROA Roanoke
9h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$329United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Roanoke to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Roanoke to Des Moines start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $298 to $666. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Roanoke to Des Moines flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$208
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Roanoke to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Roanoke to Des Moines usually depart from Roanoke (ROA) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 79% on the Roanoke to Des Moines route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,418, a difference of $1,120. 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 Roanoke to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Roanoke to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 784 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 $319 to $712. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Roanoke to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $246, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 10m, compared with 5h 11m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Roanoke and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Roanoke (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Roanoke to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Roanoke to Des Moines range from $298 to $666, with an average of $348 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Roanoke 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 Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $298 - about $1,120 less than Monday (79% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Roanoke to Des Moines trip for October. Fares historically average $283 round-trip in that month - typically $414 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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 Roanoke to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Roanoke (ROA)
Des Moines (DSM)