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Cheapest round-trip
$493
Typical prices: $342-$589
American Airlines
Thu 10/18Thu 10/25
ILM - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$258
Typical prices: $303-$474
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/16
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
Most popular
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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

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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4:37 pm - 9:53 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
6h 16m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
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8:30 am - 10:41 amDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
25h 11m2 stops Nashville Intl Orlando
$460Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 10:45 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
8h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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3:31 pm - 10:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$493American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:37 pm - 10:35 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:17 pm - 9:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$493Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:37 pm - 10:35 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:17 pm - 9:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$493Delta
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
8:11 pm - 11:58 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
4h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:02 am - 2:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$493American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 10:35 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
5h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:17 pm - 9:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$493Delta
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
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5:45 am - 3:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
8h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$502United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:00 am - 2:15 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
9h 15m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:27 am - 10:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
10h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$507United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
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4:56 pm - 7:30 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-DSM Des Moines
27h 34m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
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3:54 pm - 8:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
27h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$508Multiple 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
$524United 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 $493. 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 $493 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Wilmington to Des Moines flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$258
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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 $493 to $2,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $333, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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

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