On this page, you can book flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines. The distance between the cities is only 377 km, with approximately 16 scheduled flights per week.
Flights are operated by Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low fare calendar to find the best deals. Information on how to get to the departure airport and the most convenient ways to get from the airport to downtown Des Moines is also available on the website.
The table shows direct flights Minneapolis → Des Moines on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 12 min. Regular flights are operated by Delta. Departures from Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport airports, arrivals at Des Moines International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Minneapolis — Des Moines by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 585 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 934 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Minneapolis → Des Moines, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 458 | low | May | AED 510 | medium | Sep | AED 510 | medium |
| Feb | AED 458 | low | Jun | AED 614 | high | Oct | AED 487 | medium |
| Mar | AED 510 | medium | Jul | AED 638 | high | Nov | AED 406 | low |
| Apr | AED 435 | low | Aug | AED 586 | high | Dec | AED 562 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Des Moines is characterized by distinct seasonality: July is the warmest month, with an average high of about +30°C. The coldest period is in January, when temperatures drop to -9°C, and May sees a peak in precipitation—up to 155 mm.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in September, starting AED 585. Prices peak in December and the spring months, when fares start AED 934 for a one-way ticket.
The optimal time to travel is September, which combines comfortable daytime temperatures of around +26°C with the most competitive offers. It is better to avoid the winter months due to the highest airfares and freezing weather.
The primary carrier on the Minneapolis–Des Moines route is Delta Air Lines, providing reliable air service between the cities. Most flights are direct, minimizing travel time with a high frequency of departures—about 16 times per week. A detailed schedule, information on aircraft types, and specific days of the week are provided in the airline list below.
Flights Minneapolis — Des Moines depart from Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport and arrive at Des Moines International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 45–55 minutes, given the short distance of 377 km.
Scheduled flights between the cities are operated by Delta Air Lines (DL).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, making air travel the fastest way to move between the cities.
Airfares are constantly changing. You can find the current minimum for your selected period in the price block and calendar on this page.
All flights from Minneapolis (MSP) arrive at Des Moines International Airport (DSM).
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