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The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $80 and $45 for one-way flights to Des Moines for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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Nashville Intl.
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Des Moines Intl.
$80 Roundtrip, just found
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Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Nashville Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Oct 25, priced at $80 just found
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSDes MoinesNovember 6 to November 9$105
EWRDes MoinesNovember 20 to November 23$114
DENDes MoinesOctober 9 to October 12$125
LAXDes MoinesOctober 2 to October 5$247
PHXDes MoinesOctober 12 to October 16$254
ATLDes MoinesSeptember 7 to September 10$325
DFWDes MoinesSeptember 28 to October 9$326
CLTDes MoinesSeptember 25 to September 27$330
SEADes MoinesOctober 24 to October 31$360
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LAXDes MoinesAugust 29 to September 6$312
EWRDes MoinesAugust 30 to September 12$439
SEADes MoinesAugust 30 to September 10$534
PHXDes MoinesAugust 29 to August 31$589
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Amazing Des Moines Accommodation Deals

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$71 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,025 reviews)
"Great place to stay on a budget. Great rooms and great hotel!"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

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Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$64 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$72 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (674 reviews)
"I would not recommend staying here. The pictures shown on Expedia do not match the room we were given at all. As soon as we opened the door, the room smelled strongly of smoke and marijuana. Everything felt damp—the carpet, drapes, bedding, towels, and shower curtain. We figured it would be good ..."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2026

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Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

2 out of 5
1258 8th St West Des Moines IA
$55 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$62 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
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7/10 Good! (133 reviews)
"Musty smelling room. Pool under maintenance. Limited breakfast items. Very loud a/c. Lights flickered. Wifi was intermittent."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North

2.5 out of 5
4685 Ne 14th St Des Moines IA
$55 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$61 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
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4.6/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Despite booking a room, I was told it was taken and most rooms were unavailable due to poor maintenance and was turned away."

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$76 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,819 reviews)
"The cleanliness of the everything overall. Especially the room. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great customer service. Will definitely be booking there again!"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

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Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
6800 Fleur Drive Des Moines IA
$134 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$151 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Casey's Center and A. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (733 reviews)
"The receptionist was helpful and the dinner was great"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

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AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

3 out of 5
401 East Grand Ave Des Moines IA
$151 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$169 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$76 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Luxury Hotels in Des Moines

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
$169 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$189 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
$64 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$71 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I don’t understand all the high ratings. But I also guess I got what I paid for. Just know, the photos are not accurate. The room and the lobby were nicely renovated. The first floor was well lit but the third floor on which we stayed was dark. Hallways and stairwells looked as if they hadn’t been ..."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

3 out of 5
1390 Nw 118th St Clive IA
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$92 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
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Covered Bridge Inn

Covered Bridge Inn

2.5 out of 5
1312 Cedar Bridge Rd. Winterset IA
$90 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$101 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Winterset. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$97 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$109 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Great for families

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$85 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Great for families

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
$91 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$102 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
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SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

3 out of 5
1236 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines IA
$98 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$110 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
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Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

2.5 out of 5
Price was $590, price is now $515 per person
$515
per person
Oct 1 - Oct 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

3 out of 5
Price was $567, price is now $522 per person
$522
per person
Oct 1 - Oct 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3 out of 5
Price was $578, price is now $535 per person
$535
per person
Oct 1 - Oct 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)
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$27

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$27

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Des Moines?
All set to book the flight for your unforgettable vacation to Des Moines? A total of 6 airlines offer flights to this city. Some of the best ones are:

  • American Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines

What airport is best to fly into Des Moines?
Des Moines has only one airport. You'll be disembarking at Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM), which is located 4 mi from downtown.
Where to stay in Des Moines
It's time to make new memories in Iowa's fascinating state capital. Take a look through the 416 accommodations on Travelocity, book the perfect one and get your Des Moines adventure underway!If you don't want to waste time sifting through the web for places to stay in Des Moines, don't stress. We've done all the work for you. Our top accommodations here are the Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and the Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel.
Places to visit in Des Moines
So many things to do and so little time. If you want to experience the best this city has to offer, add Science Center of Iowa, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden to your vacation itinerary. If you have an extra day, swing by Iowa State Capitol Building, and Salisbury House as well.Des Moines Civic Center features exhibits, art courses and music shows that are sure to give you greater insight into the area's arts scene. Like some more ideas? Pay a visit to Hoyt Sherman Place and have a great time watching its talented actors give it all they've got. And that's not all. Find out what sports matches are on at Principal Park.
How to get through airport security fast when traveling to Des Moines
If you like the idea of spending more time at the airport restaurants and less time at the security checkpoint on your way to Des Moines, just follow these useful tips:

  • Ensure your boarding pass and travel ID are easy to access. You will be instructed to produce them straightaway.
  • You'll need to stop the tunes for a few minutes. Headphones need to be taken off and put in a tub to be X-rayed. The same applies to items such as belts and heavy jackets.
  • Laptops must be taken out of their carry bags and placed in a tray before being X-rayed.
  • When you approach the security checkpoint, you'll be asked to place all liquids, gels and creams in a separate bin for scanning. Make sure they're all stored in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and sealed in a clear zip-lock bag.
  • Safety boots and other heavy shoes are likely to be X-rayed at the security checkpoint. Consider wearing simple sneakers instead.
  • Some countries have stringent biosecurity laws. Consider where you're headed to and whether or not you're allowed to fly with unpackaged foods.

Flights To Des Moines

If you are dreaming of a relaxing vacation to America's Heartland, you might want to consider a getaway to Des Moines, Iowa. As you fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and gaze out the plane's window, you will be lulled by the relaxing expanses of farmland and the glistening metropolis of the city. Upon your arrival in the Iowa capital, you will be itching to start exploring. Des Moines has an abundance of adventures such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, the 500-acre Living History Farms, and the Hoyt Sherman Place. No matter what your adrenaline rush--riding a fast-paced roller coaster at Adventureland or galloping on a horse across Jester Park--you are sure to have a great experience during your Des Moines getaway.

Transportation from DSM

Most hotels next to Des Moines International Airport offer free transportation from and to the airport. The metro transit, interstate bus lines, and the Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency all offer bus services for arriving flights to Des Moines. The buses serve all of Polk County and parts of other Iowa counties. You can also rent a car at a rental kiosk in the airport. Numerous limousine services and taxis are available for hire at the airport to take you into Des Moines.

Give Your Heart to the "City Beautiful"

In recent years, Des Moines has undergone a beautification program and has become known as the "City Beautiful." To bundle vacation packages to Des Moines, look no further than Travelocity. At Travelocity, you save up to $537 when you book a hotel and flight at the same time. Cheap flights to Des Moines have never been more affordable. With a bit of shopping, you can find the perfect Des Moines flights and hotels to fit your budget and make your vacation getaway a memorable event.

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