Title: $126 Cheap flights from Des Moines to Moline (DSM to MLI) - Expedia.com ![Centennial Bridge in Davenport](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2346/44f78a3d-9d72-4b13-ba81-973d152122d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2346/44f78a3d-9d72-4b13-ba81-973d152122d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # $126 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Moline (MLI) [View $126 flight on Sat, Apr 18, 2026](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=oneway&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:4/18/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:125.20&airProductToken=AQpmCjEIwYIBEgQ0MTE0GMNkIK4cKMTZigMwq9qKAzhCQABYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFWQVdVU0JWCjEIwYIBEgQzNDI1GK4cIOxCKOLaigMwq9uKAzhCQAFYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFWQVdVU0JWEgwIARABGAEqAkFBMgAYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAL) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travelers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) - ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/3/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/10/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/3/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/10/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/3/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/10/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our OneKeyCash [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) ## Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Moline (DSM-MLI) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $126 for one-way flights and $239 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Roundtrip ![American Airlines](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/AA.gif) Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $239 Roundtrip found 2 days ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:4/23/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:4/26/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:238.40&airProductToken=AQpmCjEIwYIBEgQ0MTE0GMNkIK4cKOSRiwMwy5KLAzhCQABYAWoFQkFTSUNyCE9WRkhaTkJWCjEIwYIBEgQzNDI1GK4cIOxCKIKTiwMwy5OLAzhCQAFYAWoFQkFTSUNyCE9WRkhaTkJWCmYKMQjBggESBDM0MjUY7EIgrhwozLWLAzCgtosDOEJAAFgBagVCQVNJQ3IIT1ZGSFpOQlYKMQjBggESBDE1NzcYrhwgw2QosbeLAzCBuIsDOEJAAVgBagVCQVNJQ3IIT1ZGSFpOQlYSDAgBEAEYASoCQUEyABgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![American Airlines](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/AA.gif) Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $249 Roundtrip found 21 hours ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/6/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/8/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:248.40&airProductToken=AQpmCjEIwYIBEgQ2NTE3GMNkIK4cKOj4hgMwx_mGAzhCQABYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFVRkhaTkJWCjEIwYIBEgQ0OTQyGK4cIOxCKJP6hgMw0fqGAzhCQAFYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFVRkhaTkJWCmUKMQjBggESBDQ5NTkY7EIgrhwoyY6HAzCXj4cDOEJAAFgBagVCQVNJQ3IIUVVGSFpOQlYKMAjBggESAzkxNBiuHCDDZCiGkIcDMNiQhwM4QkABWAFqBUJBU0lDcghRVUZIWk5CVhIKCAEQARgBKgJBQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![American Airlines](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/AA.gif) Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $251 Roundtrip found 1 day ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/10/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/11/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:250.39&airProductToken=AQpmCjEIwYIBEgQ0OTIzGMNkIK4cKKylhwMwi6aHAzhCQABYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFWQVdLU0JWCjEIwYIBEgQ0OTQyGK4cIOxCKNemhwMwlaeHAzhCQAFYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFWQVdLU0JWCmUKMQjBggESBDQ5NTkY7EIgrhwoqbCHAzD3sIcDOEJAAFgBagVCQVNJQ3IIUVZBV0tTQlYKMAjBggESAzkxNBiuHCDDZCjmsYcDMLiyhwM4QkABWAFqBUJBU0lDcghRVkFXS1NCVhIKCAEQARgBKgJBQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![United](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/UA.gif) Fri, Apr 3 - Mon, Apr 6 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $264 Roundtrip found 3 days ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:4/3/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:4/6/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:263.12&airProductToken=AQpwCjYI1YIBEgQ1MzQwGMNkIK4cKIitiQMw6K2JAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBMlBGQk4KNgjVggESBDU5MzUYrhwg7EIosq-JAzD3r4kDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkEyUEZCTgpwCjYI1YIBEgQ1MjE4GOxCIK4cKITTiQMw0NOJAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBMlBGQk4KNgjVggESBDIyNjUYrhwgw2Qol9WJAzDz1YkDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkEyUEZCThIKCAEQARgBKgJVQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![United](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/UA.gif) Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $265 Roundtrip found 21 hours ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/6/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/8/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:264.53&airProductToken=AQpwCjYI1YIBEgQ1MjE5GMNkIK4cKLH4hgMwkfmGAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBNEFEQk4KNgjVggESBDM2MTcYrhwg7EIo0fmGAzCU-oYDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkE0QURCTgpwCjYI1YIBEgQzNjM0GOxCIK4cKNKIhwMwnImHAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBNEFEQk4KNgjVggESBDM1MzYYrhwgw2Qo3omHAzDCiocDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkE0QURCThIKCAEQARgBKgJVQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![United](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/UA.gif) Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $267 Roundtrip found 1 day ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/10/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/11/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:266.52&airProductToken=AQpwCjYI1YIBEgQ1NzE1GMNkIK4cKNiihwMwuaOHAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEFVMkFaQlMKNgjVggESBDU3MTEYrhwg7EIo9KOHAzC8pIcDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMQVUyQVpCUwpwCjYI1YIBEgQ1NDQ5GOxCIK4cKLKqhwMw_KqHAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEFVMkFaQlMKNgjVggESBDM1MzYYrhwgw2QovquHAzCirIcDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMQVUyQVpCUxIKCAEQARgBKgJVQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![United](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/UA.gif) Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $269 Roundtrip found 4 days ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:2/27/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/2/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:268.40&airProductToken=AQpvCjUI1YIBEgMzMTIYw2QgrhwohKiGAzDkqIYDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghURkEwUEZCTgo2CNWCARIENDYwMRiuHCDsQiilqoYDMO-qhgM4TkAAWAFqCjFfYmFzaWNlY29yCFRGQTBQRkJOCm8KNgjVggESBDQ1NzMY7EIgrhwo2sqGAzCjy4YDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkE0QURCTgo1CNWCARIDMjEzGK4cIMNkKILMhgMw3cyGAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBNEFEQk4SCggBEAEYASoCVUEYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAL) ![United](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/UA.gif) Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $278 Roundtrip found 21 hours ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/6/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/8/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:277.43&airProductToken=AQpwCjYI1YIBEgQ1MjE5GMNkIK4cKLH4hgMwkfmGAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBNEFEQk4KNgjVggESBDM2MTcYrhwg7EIo0fmGAzCU-oYDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkE0QURCTgpwCjYI1YIBEgQ0NTU2GOxCIK4cKOmMhwMwso2HAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBNEFEQk4KNgjVggESBDIwOTcYrhwgw2Qoho-HAzDgj4cDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkE0QURCThIKCAEQARgBKgJVQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAs) ![United](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/UA.gif) Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $281 Roundtrip found 4 days ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:2/27/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/2/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:280.22&airProductToken=AQpvCjUI1YIBEgMzMTIYw2QgrhwohKiGAzDkqIYDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghURkEwUEZCTgo2CNWCARIENTQ2MxiuHCDsQiiWqYYDMN6phgM4TkAAWAFqCjFfYmFzaWNlY29yCFRGQTBQRkJOCm8KNgjVggESBDQ1NzMY7EIgrhwo2sqGAzCjy4YDOE5AAFgBagoxX2Jhc2ljZWNvcghMRkE0QURCTgo1CNWCARIDMjEzGK4cIMNkKILMhgMw3cyGAzhOQABYAWoKMV9iYXNpY2Vjb3IITEZBNEFEQk4SCggBEAEYASoCVUEYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAL) ![Delta](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/static_content/fusion/v0.1b/images/airlines/DL.gif) Wed, Jul 1 - Mon, Jul 6 DSM Des Moines MLI Moline $787 Roundtrip found 5 days ago [](https://expedia.com/Flights-Search?trip=roundtrip&leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:7/1/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:7/6/2026TANYT&passengers=children:0,adults:1,seniors:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&options=sortby:price&paandi=true&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:786.41&airProductToken=AQpuCjUIxJgBEgQyMDk0GMNkIOBcKIOakQMwiJuRAzhFQABYAWoJTUFJTkJBU0lDcghWRldRQTBCUQo1CMSYARIENDk1MBjgXCDsQij5nJEDMPOdkQM4RUABWAFqCU1BSU5CQVNJQ3IIVkZXUUEwQlEKbgo1CMSYARIENDY0NBjsQiDgXCjg0JEDMNnRkQM4RUAAWAFqCU1BSU5CQVNJQ3IIVkZXUUEwQlEKNQjEmAESBDIzMDYY4Fwgw2Qoi9WRAzCO1pEDOEVAAVgBaglNQUlOQkFTSUNyCFZGV1FBMEJREgoIARABGAEqAkRMGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=FTG_SPRING_PROMO_) ## Alternative airports near Moline Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change. [](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/3/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/11/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) MLI Quad City Intl. CheapestClosest 5 min [Flights from $304 ](https://www.expedia.com/Flights-Search?leg1=from:DSM,to:MLI,departure:3/3/2026TANYT&leg2=from:MLI,to:DSM,departure:3/11/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) cost? ### What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI)? ### What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI)? ### How many flights per day from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI)? ### What day of the week has the most flights from DSM to MLI? ### What is the best time to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI)? ### Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI) last-minute? ### Is it cheaper to book a DSM to MLI flight and hotel package? ### Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Quad City Intl. Airport (MLI)? ## Travel information | Origin airport | Des Moines Intl. | | ------------------- | -------------------------------- | | Destination airport | Quad City Intl. | | Airlines serving | American Airlines, Delta, United | | Roundtrip price | $238 | | Distance | 162 mi | ## Book with confidence # Des Moines to Moline Flights The cheapest times to fly from Des Moines to Moline 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 Des Moines to Moline are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Moline with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines. The best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Moline Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Des Moines to Moline: 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 Des Moines to Moline 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 Des Moines to Moline in 2026\. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $126 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 Des Moines to Moline 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](https://www.expedia.com/package-deals). Bundling together your Des Moines to Moline 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. \*Terms apply. Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023\. 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