$79 Cheap Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap Flights from Las Vegas to Des Moines (LAS-DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $157 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 28
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$157 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $157 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $167 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$168 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $168 found 20 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 27
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$172 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $172 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 14
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$177 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $177 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 30
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$177 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $177 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Sun, Aug 31
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$181 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $181 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 10
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$192 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $192 found 19 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$197 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $197 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$237 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $237 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Las Vegas (LAS) to Des Moines (DSM)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $110 - $358 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Des Moines (DSM)
Origin airport
Harry Reid Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$157
Distance
1213 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 58 mins

Las Vegas to Des Moines Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Las Vegas to Des Moines

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Las Vegas to Des Moines are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Des Moines with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Las Vegas to Des Moines

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Des Moines: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Las Vegas to Des Moines

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Las Vegas to Des Moines in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Las Vegas to Des Moines flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Las Vegas to Des Moines airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) start at $157. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving LAS on July 25 2025 and touching down at DSM. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAS to DSM?
Grab a low fare by booking your nonstop flight from LAS to DSM in October. You can find a one-way Southwest Airlines flight for $79 leaving on October 22 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
When jetting out of Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS), you can catch a direct flight to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAS to DSM?
Take off from LAS to DSM with Southwest Airlines. This carrier currently offers the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $79. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAS on September 22 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
On average, Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) only has 1 direct flight to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) every day. To explore more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Just enter your preferred travel dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
The 10 AM departures from LAS to DSM are the most sought after. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAS to DSM?
Monday has the most flights from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS)'s earliest flight to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) departs at approximately 10:25AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 2h 55m, you'll arrive at around 3:20PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
The average flight duration from LAS to DSM is 2 hours and 56 minutes, covering a distance of 1,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAS to DSM?
With 100% of journeys generally landing on schedule, Frontier Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
To avoid possible delays on the Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Des Moines from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS)?
If you've booked a direct flight from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines, Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) last-minute?
Booking your flight from LAS to DSM shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAS to DSM flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a LAS to DSM flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your LAS to DSM flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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