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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Des Moines.C$348 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 5, returning Tue, Aug 12.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Indianapolis on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Des Moines on Tue, Aug 12, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$348, select.
Des Moines.C$363 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 7, returning Mon, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Indianapolis on Sat, Jun 7, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Des Moines on Mon, Jun 9, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$363, select.
Des Moines.C$391 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 5, returning Mon, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Indianapolis on Fri, Sep 5, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Des Moines on Mon, Sep 8, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$391, select.
Des Moines.C$426 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 29, returning Sun, Jul 6.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Indianapolis on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Des Moines on Sun, Jul 6, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$426, select.
Des Moines.C$440 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 29, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Indianapolis on Thu, May 29, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Des Moines on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$440, select.
Des Moines.C$568 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 24, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Indianapolis on Sat, May 24, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Des Moines on Mon, May 26, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$568, select.

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Indianapolis to Des Moines: Alternative routes

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Indianapolis to Des Moines: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$348
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines is C$348. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Indianapolis to Des Moines. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$348.
There are no flights flying from Indianapolis to Des Moines, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Des Moines is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Des Moines Airport on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Indianapolis Airport and Des Moines Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Travelling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your IND to DSM flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IND and DSM include:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • C$154 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$348. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IND to DSM if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IND to DSM.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

  • IND's address is 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.

  • 79.86% of flights that take off from Indianapolis International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Indianapolis International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near IND. Whether you have an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • The street address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Des Moines in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Des Moines International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Des Moines during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IND to DSM in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Des Moines, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 499 kilometres east to Chicago to check off its popular sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

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