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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $477. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Des Moines.$465 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $465, select.
Des Moines.$473 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $473, select.
Des Moines.$477 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $477, select.
Des Moines.$527 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $527, select.
Des Moines.$587 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Fri, 7 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $587, select.
Des Moines.$1,003 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Fri, 26 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,003, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milwaukee General Mitchell to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Finding cheap flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Des Moines is $465. 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 Milwaukee General Mitchell to Des Moines. But we found flights with one or more stops from $465.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Des Moines is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 5 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Milwaukee General Mitchell 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 Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MKE to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MKE and DSM include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Detroit Wayne County Airport

    • Minneapolis St Paul Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

  • Currently, $209 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $465. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MKE to DSM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MKE to DSM.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport (MKE)

  • MKE's address is 5300 S. Howell Avenue.

  • Of all flights departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Milwaukee. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MKE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)

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

  • You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines Airport to central Des Moines has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Des Moines. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • When booking your flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MKE to DSM sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, popular 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.

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