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Cheapest round-trip
$397
Typical prices: $342-$589
American Airlines
Mon 10/1Sat 10/6
ILM - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $303-$474
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/11
ILM - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Wilmington and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 29% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $299 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Wilmington to Des Moines (ILM-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 7:48 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 2:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 56m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$397American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:15 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
9h 15m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 3:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$406United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
7:38 pm - 11:41 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$409American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:20 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
11h 20m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 10:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
10h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$411United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:04 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
6h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$485American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
7:38 pm - 11:41 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$485American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
7:38 pm - 11:41 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 11:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas
$509American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
American Airlines Logo
4:24 pm - 11:12 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 00m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas
$571American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 12:04 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 00m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas
$659American Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:44 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
4h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 11:53 amDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
14h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$731American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Wilmington to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Des Moines start at $397. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $342 to $589. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Wilmington to Des Moines flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$128
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 67% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Wilmington to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Wilmington to Des Moines usually depart from Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 58% on the Wilmington to Des Moines route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $304 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $714, a difference of $410. 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 Wilmington to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Wilmington to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 992 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 $397 to $2,271. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Wilmington to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $249, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 5h 00m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Wilmington (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 Wilmington to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Wilmington to Des Moines range from $342 to $589, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Wilmington 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 Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $304 - about $410 less than Tuesday (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wilmington to Des Moines trip for January. Fares historically average $304 round-trip in that month - typically $578 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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 Wilmington to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Wilmington (ILM)
Des Moines (DSM)