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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $209. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Des Moines.$172 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.

Des Moines.$172 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.

Des Moines.$190 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.

Des Moines.$209 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $209, select.

Des Moines.$216 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.

Des Moines.$238 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $238, select.

Des Moines.$247 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul, returning Thu, 6 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.

Des Moines.$267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.

Des Moines.$304 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.

Des Moines.$314 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.

Des Moines.$982 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Austin-Bergstrom on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Austin-Bergstrom.Price includes taxes and charges.From $982, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines

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Cheapest flight found	$172
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airline	Allegiant Air
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines?

The best price we found for a return flight from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines is $172. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines?

2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines.

Which airlines fly direct from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines?

Allegiant Air flies direct from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines.

How many flights are there a week from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines?

As of July 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines?

The cheapest month to fly from Austin-Bergstrom to Des Moines is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 10 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Des Moines?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Des Moines?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines with?

Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUS to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Allegiant Air is your gateway to discovering Des Moines (and perhaps some other great corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier that operates AUS to DSM flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between AUS and DSM:
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
- Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
- Minneapolis St Paul Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

At the moment, $86 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $172. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUS to DSM.
The cheapest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AUS to DSM by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)

AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Of the flights that depart from Austin-Bergstrom Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Austin-Bergstrom Airport from central Austin, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Des Moines Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and explore beyond Des Moines's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your vehicle from Des Moines Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.

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

The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
From Des Moines Airport, Des Moines is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Des Moines. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUS to DSM in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 2ºC then.

Explore more of the United States

Chicago is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.