ROC - DSM

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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Rochester to Des Moines departing on 10/1. 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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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $496-$646
American Airlines
Wed 9/23Wed 9/30
ROC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
American Airlines
Thu 10/1
ROC - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rochester and Des Moines. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Chicago (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $474 (round-trip)
Chicago (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 22m (one-way)
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January
Cheapest • 100% price drop
May
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to Des Moines (ROC-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Des Moines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 12:31 pm
ROC
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DSM
5h 46m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:56 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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ROC
5h 03m
1 stop
$325American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 9:33 pm
ROC
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DSM
4h 41m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:24 am - 2:14 pm
DSM
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ROC
6h 50m
1 stop
$325United Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 10:10 pm
ROC
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DSM
4h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 10:55 am
DSM
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ROC
4h 15m
1 stop
$325Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 10:00 pm
ROC
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DSM
7h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 11:15 am
DSM
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ROC
4h 05m
1 stop
$330Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 9:33 pm
ROC
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DSM
4h 41m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 4:44 pm
DSM
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ROC
9h 59m
2 stops
$330United Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
American Airlines Logo
5:09 am - 1:25 pm
ROC
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DSM
9h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 11:19 pm
DSM
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ROC
7h 58m
1 stop
$331American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 12:16 pm
ROC
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DSM
7h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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ROC
7h 05m
2 stops
$335United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 10:15 pm
ROC
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DSM
11h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 5:30 pm
DSM
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ROC
10h 20m
2 stops
$372Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 22
American Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 11:44 pm
ROC
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DSM
7h 09m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 7:15 pm
DSM
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ROC
5h 06m
1 stop
$380American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 8:52 pm
ROC
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DSM
4h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 10:56 pm
DSM
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ROC
4h 31m
1 stop
$387Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Rochester to Des Moines flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Des Moines?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Des Moines is January, where tickets cost $0 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $736 and $642 respectively.

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Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Rochester to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rochester 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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FAQs for booking flights from Rochester to Des Moines

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Rochester to Des Moines was $163 for a one-way ticket and $325 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Rochester to Des Moines?

    Rochester and Des Moines are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Rochester from Greater Rochester Intl and will be arriving at Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Rochester to Des Moines, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Rochester to Des Moines are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $506 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $496 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Rochester 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 Rochester to Des Moines.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester with another airline. Booking your flights between Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Rochester to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Rochester (ROC)
Des Moines (DSM)