Cheap Flights to Story County from $51 (2026/2027)

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Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
DEN
Denver Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$108 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 26 from Denver Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $108 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 29
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$195 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 14 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Jul 29, priced at $195 found 5 days ago
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 10
SLC
Salt Lake City Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$219 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 8 from Salt Lake City Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $219 found 4 days ago
Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Aug 10
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$223 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 3 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Aug 10, priced at $223 found 6 days ago
Wed, Jul 8 - Mon, Jul 13
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$225 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 8 from George Bush Intercontinental to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Jul 13, priced at $225 found 4 days ago
Fri, Jul 31 - Mon, Aug 3
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$239 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 31 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Aug 3, priced at $239 found 4 days ago
Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 1
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$240 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Jul 1, priced at $240 found 6 days ago
Fri, Jul 17 - Wed, Jul 22
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$246 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 17 from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Jul 22, priced at $246 found 4 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENDes MoinesAugust 26 to September 2$108
PHXDes MoinesJuly 14 to July 29$195
DFWDes MoinesAugust 3 to August 10$223
LAXDes MoinesJuly 10 to July 13$276
EWRDes MoinesJuly 28 to August 6$319
CLTDes MoinesAugust 20 to August 24$335
ORDDes MoinesJune 5 to June 10$337
ATLDes MoinesJune 10 to June 20$346
BOSDes MoinesAugust 5 to August 11$351
SEADes MoinesJune 16 to June 24$378
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENDes MoinesMay 29 to June 10$153
DALDes MoinesMay 31 to June 6$342
LAXDes MoinesMay 29 to June 3$370
PHXDes MoinesMay 31 to June 23$501
BOSDes MoinesMay 29 to May 31$600
LGADes MoinesMay 29 to May 31$643
CLTDes MoinesMay 30 to May 31$702
PAEDes MoinesMay 30 to June 1$1,578
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Story County Flight and Hotel Packages

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Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0-star property

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Aug 15 - Aug 19

4 night stay

New York (NYC) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $754, price is now $607 per person
$607
per person
found 1 day ago
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
3.0-star property

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

Aug 15 - Aug 19

4 night stay

New York (NYC) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $781, price is now $623 per person
$623
per person
found 1 day ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5-star property

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Jul 30 - Aug 2

3 night stay

Cincinnati (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)

United • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,003, price is now $863 per person
$863
per person
found 19 hours ago
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3 out of 5
2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Christofferson Park and Reiman Gardens are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,312 reviews)
"We chose the hotel because of low availability but would go back by choice. The rooms are large and clean. We had easy access to parking and exterior doors. The shower and bathroom was large and there was actually a mirror outside the bathroom with plug ins near. I felt very well thought out. We ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

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Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

3 out of 5
2609 University Blvd Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Christofferson Park and Reiman Gardens are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff. Jay was wonderful!"

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

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Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2.5 out of 5
603 South 16th Street Ames IA
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and Jack Trice Stadium are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, breakfast was served by 6:30 am which was helpful."

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

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Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2.5 out of 5
1310 Dickinson Avenue Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Farm House Museum and Reiman Gardens are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay minus a very noisy neighbor, children in the hallway outside of my room screaming for mom and pounding on door across the hall from me. Woke me up at 4am."

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Opens in a new windowSleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Story County?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, a roundtrip flight to Story County was as low as $108. If you can be flexible with your dates, it will be easy to snap up a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Story County departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Story County?
There are 15 airline companies flying to Story County. If you're planning an escape to Ames, opt for American Airlines. This leading carrier operates 446 services a month to Story County's primary city.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Story County?
Based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year, August is the cheapest time to jet off to Story County. Search for flights during this month and get a top deal today.
How can I check my flight status to Story County?
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Story County?
Be flexible with your travel dates and there's a good chance you'll find an incredible deal. After you've searched for flights on Travelocity, click the "Flexible dates" option at the top of the page to compare prices with nearby days. Also try to book ahead and avoid peak periods. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a roundtrip flight to Story County was $108. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to Story County with Travelocity?
If you're searching for cheap flights to Story County, you'll come across some tempting deals with Travelocity. From cheap family flights on low-cost carriers to flexible tickets, we can help you out. Experience a worry-free vacation with our round-the-clock customer support, Price Match Guarantee and free cancellation policies with most hotels. Start planning your travel itinerary and prepare to fly away to this vibrant destination.
What are the most popular flight routes to Story County?
With superb connections, organizing flights to Story County couldn't be simpler. Here are a few of the most sought-after flight routes to this favorite destination:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1,438 flights a month.
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 914 flights a month.
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 706 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Story County on average?
In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Story County cost between $108 and $1,578. No matter the size of your bank account, we have some fantastic deals to help you stay within budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Story County?
The duration of a direct flight to Story County varies, but these are the average airborne times for a selection of common routes:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 22 minutes
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 42 minutes
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 3 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Story County?
If you're about to catch a long-haul flight to Story County, you can typically expect meals, drinks and entertainment on board. Airlines endeavor to make longer flights as pleasant as possible. Shorter journeys — as well as flights with low-cost airlines — may have less inclusions. If you're on the lookout for cheap flights for family vacations with a low-priced carrier, be prepared to pay extra for drinks, snacks and entertainment.