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Cheap Flight Deals from Des Moines to Austin (DSM-AUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Austin

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Austin.
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7:30 am - 9:40 amDSM-AUS
2h 10mnonstop
10:30 am - 12:37 pmAUS-DSM
2h 07mnonstop
$96Allegiant Air
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Sun, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 24
7:30 am - 9:40 amDSM-AUS
2h 10mnonstop
10:30 am - 12:37 pmAUS-DSM
2h 07mnonstop
$129Allegiant Air
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Thu, Apr 17 - Thu, Apr 24
5:45 am - 12:53 pmDSM-AUS
7h 08m1 stop
5:50 pm - 10:45 pmAUS-DSM
4h 55m1 stop
$288United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 16
6:52 am - 11:59 amDSM-AUS
5h 07m1 stop
6:20 am - 11:13 amAUS-DSM
4h 53m1 stop
$293Delta
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Wed, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 9
5:29 pm - 10:47 pmDSM-AUS
5h 18m1 stop
7:00 am - 12:02 pmAUS-DSM
5h 02m1 stop
$295American Airlines
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Thu, Apr 3 - Sat, Apr 5
6:20 am - 2:05 pmDSM-AUS
7h 45m2 stops
2:45 pm - 7:55 pmAUS-DSM
5h 10m1 stop
$298Southwest
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Wed, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 9
6:20 am - 2:05 pmDSM-AUS
7h 45m2 stops
2:45 pm - 10:05 pmAUS-DSM
7h 20m2 stops
$303Southwest
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Wed, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 9
4:45 pm - 11:08 pmDSM-AUS
6h 23m1 stop
6:00 am - 11:19 amAUS-DSM
5h 19m1 stop
$305Delta
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Thu, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 27
5:29 pm - 10:59 pmDSM-AUS
5h 30m1 stop
7:00 am - 12:02 pmAUS-DSM
5h 02m1 stop
$375American Airlines
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Thu, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 13
8:00 am - 8:41 amDSM-AUS
24h 41m1 stop
5:00 am - 12:44 pmAUS-DSM
7h 44m2 stops
$416United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 3 - Sat, Apr 5

Flights from Des Moines to Austin - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Austin to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Austin?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Des Moines to Austin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Des Moines to Austin, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Des Moines, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Austin?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Austin is August, where tickets cost $122 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $337 and $322 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Austin?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to Austin, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

High season

October

Cheapest flight

$96
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 31% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Austin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Austin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to Austin

  • Does Austin Bergstrom International Airport have a Cell Phone Waiting Lot?

    Yes. While you wait in your vehicle to pick up a guest or passenger, you can do so at the convenient Cell Phone Waiting Lot. At 2901 Spirit of Texas Drive is the Barbara Jordan Terminal Cell Phone Waiting Lot. The Cell Phone Lot is available daily throughout the week for drivers to wait to pick up their landing passengers or guests. At the AUS Cell Phone Lot, drivers can grab themselves something to bite and gas up their vehicle.

  • Where can I grab something to eat at Des Moines International Airport?

    If you're looking to grab a dine-in or to-go meal or a drink at DSM, you can do so at Friedrichs Coffee, Arugula & Rye, Portermill Craft Food & Beer, Mill Supply Co., Coffee & Bar, and Berk & Chesters. The restaurants open every day.

  • Where are the animals' relief areas in Austin Bergstrom International Airport?

    AUS is a pet and service animal welcoming airport. The Airport provides pre and post security designated service animal and pet relief areas for animals to relieve themselves. Before security, in front of the Rental Car Counter and the Blue Garage at the lower level, the Luggage Claim is Pet and Service animal relief area. After security, close by Gate 11 is another Pet and Service animal relief area.

  • Can I find in Austin Bergstrom International Airport accessible services?

    Yes. AUS has accessible services to care for Patrons with limited mobility. Before your flight, you'll need to contact your airline for wheelchair assistance arrangements. Also, in AUS, the floors are smooth for effortless wheelchair mobility. At DSM, patrons with limited mobility will find accessible parking lots, bathrooms, ramps and elevators to arrive at the terminals and particular screening areas and procedures. For patrons with vision impairments, the Airport's pedestrian footways have braille signage and contrasting floor to assist them in finding their way through the Airport. Also, the shuttles are wheelchair-lift-equipped. Furthermore, to assist patrons with limited mobility through AUS, there is an escort service through your airline.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Austin?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Austin was $106 for a one-way ticket and $96 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Austin?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Des Moines to Austin. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Des Moines to Austin?

    American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Des Moines to Austin flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Austin?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Des Moines to Austin flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Des Moines to Austin?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Austin on on Thursday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to Austin, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Austin are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $386 and an overall rating of 8.1, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $321 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Austin?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Austin.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Austin?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Austin from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Austin?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Austin with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and AUS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Austin?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Austin from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Des Moines to Austin

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $86 or less one-way and $116 or less round-trip.
  • Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) serves the more significant Austin metropolitan block. The Airport has two terminals: South Terminal and Barbara Jordan Terminal (main terminal). A shuttle operates in the middle of the two terminals, serving both terminals.
  • If you're connecting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to AUS, you can kick back and relax on the plane. Enjoy TV shows and movies on streaming or live TV through the personal entertainment device. Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines facilitate the entertainment feature on the flight.
  • For nursing mothers traveling through DSM, the Airport has a Mamava Nursing Pod after the TSA Security stop adjacent to the DSM Police Counter. The nursing pod provides a comfortable and private space for nursing moms to care for their children.
  • Nondirect flights from AUS to DSM include at least one layover. Minneapolis, Indianapolis, Dallas, St Louis, Atlanta, Tulsa, Houston, Detroit, Chicago, Phoenix, Charlotte, and Denver are the most common layover stop for the route.
  • If traveling from DSM to AUS, you should reach Des Moines Airport approximately 3h before the departure time. It would be optimum for you to quickly check in at DSM, walk through the Airport's busy TSA security, and make it to your flight in time.
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Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to Austin?

Find which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Airport to Austin Bergstrom Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom

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Allegiant Air

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Sunday

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines

Thursday

Allegiant Air

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Allegiant Air

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Top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Austin

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Austin. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4330 reviews
7.1Food
8.7Crew
8.1Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.6Entertainment
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WiFi on the flight was not working. Thus, entertainment options were limited.

8.0 ExcellentJames, Feb 2025SRQ - DEN
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WiFi on the flight was not working. Thus, entertainment options were limited.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Gate agents were informative and friendly… flight attendants were as well. Had a fun time chatting about their legacy AirTran experiences as a former fan of the airline that Southwest acquired.

Multiple delays and gate changes. Arrived at final destination 6 hours late. All rental cars had been taken.

The movies using Southwest WiFi kept pausing and I had to restart multiple times.

First, my flight was a usual flight nothing exceptional or unexpected. Over all it was a normal, good flight! Second, your questionaire is wholly lacking in the proper options to which one can answer a question. Often on short flights, there is no food let alone entertainment so why isn't that reflected in your questionaire? A simple "not applicable" would cover that issue appropriately but no, your form arbitrarily enters an answer based on the initial assessment which normally isn't factual. Until you provide an accurate means of assessing flights, I'll no longer be completing of these unimpressive and misleading assessements. Thank you!

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

First time I’ve ever missed a flight and it was an international flight.. Southwest put me on the next flight and it was the best experience possible.

It seems as though the provisions are even less. Although SWA used to be an economy Airline, that isn't really the case anymore. I paid over $700. for a round trip to Denver and I could have flown just about any airline for the price. The drinks are now in a 6-ounce cup and with ice I'm sure a can would fill more than 2 cups. However, I am very proud of SWA for using paper rather than continuing to contribute to the millions of plastic cups being used each day. I've thought of this fr many years and am so glad to see it come to fruition, if not by only SWA so far.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

The crew was wonderful and attentive. The seats near exit row were restrictive. Offer healthy snacks please

Delta is a premier airline so my expectations are most always met.

Seats are much much more comfortable than United, which is what I usually fly

Zero updates from the pilots for 30 minutes in the tarmac

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

I loved having a most black flight crew during Black History Month; rather by design or accident I appreciated the representation. ❤️

This was the second flight this week with flight attendant Marcus I’m not sure if his last name is Lane or Lang but this guy is awesome. He funny, attentive and his service is 5 stars. Marcus makes business travel more enjoyable !

Although the flight left late, we arrived early. It was one of the quickest boarding and off boarding experiences I’ve had. It was kind of annoying the only drinks they had were water, coffee, and tea. The flight was very smooth, temperature was just right, and flight attendants were friendly.

Lower number on this flight so spaced out passengers. Able to enjoy more room to relax during flight. It was lovely.

I don’t understand the purpose of the orange “priority” tag on my bag. This tagged, my bag is last or near to the last bag to come down the carousel at IAH.

Oh my gosh, I loved my experience with United! they made me want to travel more often.

The planes are so dirty! Food crumbs and finger print smudges, Dust over the vents and carpet stains. It’s disgusting.

The bag drop personal were not helpful. There was no food on the flight. Boeing aircraft, lousy as always. Everything else was fine.

Asked several times dairy free options and was ignored. Was told chips was the only thing I could have that I should have put it on my profile “which it is”. Very unprofessional. WiFi didn’t work have the flight. Overall a very bad experience.

Plane still had screens for watching movies. Good selection too.

Flight crew was amazing! I don't like that the Polaris seats are side-by-side.

Everything was awful Flight attendant was condescending, rude and not helpful at all. Small outdated plane. No service, uncomfortable seats. Flight attendant was really the worst. He used hand gestures to communicate instead of words and whenever he used words he was condescending.

They need to improve their boarding process. Group 1 and/or paying first class passengers shouldn't be in the middle of boarding process

The plane was so gross and dirty. Literally saw dust layering and flowing out the grey vents. Dust was all over the air vent knobs to the point where I took my sani wipe and cleaned them down so at least it wasn't blowing my my face. Also, I upgraded and paid for Wifi and it's always so spotty. I get we are in the air, but don't charge for it if it's not going to work. I expect so much more from United. They really are giving up.

Terrible. Still have not received the refund from them. They sent it to some account that I don't even know. Spoke with costumer service and they are unable to help.

I didn’t like it at all. I miss my second flight because of the delay on Allegiant Air now I m stuck in MCO.

Good, but a bit late on take off after loading. Don't like charging for carry ons!

First time flying with them and will definitely fly again in the future. Crew was so nice and friendly, fought was seamless. They are simple planes, no entertainment, but it’s fine for a short flight or if you have personal devices Rates are competitive, and they did so well with keeping the flight on time after a tropical storm, where other airlines had delays and cancellations.

They boarded passengers that sat in the back of the plane first, making boarding very efficient.

I didn't even take this flight. My plans changed and I couldn't get ahold of customer service and the website kept breaking down during the attempt to change the flight. I wound up taking another airline entirely and eating the cost.

The worst flying experience ever 3 delays. No accommodations. Had to deboard the plane after being delayed.

Posted a 20minute delay but didn’t delay at all. Caused boarding issues and confusion. Also, didn’t release baggage. Took over an hour and 20 minutes to get luggage.

Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

The net issue I had was with the gate agent. We had added a carryon to our boarding pass when we checked bags. When I got to the boarding gate the agent was rude asking why I had a backpack - I said I added it - even had an orange tag on it. She ripped my tag off and swung her monitor around to show me how she was right- saying it isn’t wasn’t listed - only a checked bag. I explained again that I wasn’t sure what the issue was but I wouldn’t have an orange tag if I hadn’t added it. Then she finally checked my husband’s boarding pass and found that the agent at checkin had added my carryon to his boarding pass instead of mine. She sent me on my way without my orange tag. Was a bit embarrassing for me the tone she used with me assuming I was trying to get away with something.

Awkward carry on process. Forced to check all carry on. No overhead space of worthiness. Left delayed, but made up the time. Crew was amicable.

April was the flight attendant in first class and was the most pleasant, cordial and efficient person I have seen on a flight in years. Good example of the type of people AA should hire to increase customer satisfacdtion.

Two flight changes before the scheduled flight. On the day of the flight, the flight was delayed, which caused the connecting flight to be missed. Then, I was directed to another airport (CUN) and traveled to Tulum. American gave a $12 voucher for lunch. The least expensive item on the menu at a Mexican restaurant was $9.99. Driving to Tulum was a bad auto crash, and traffic was delayed two-plus hours. The bottom line is that we should have been at the hotel at noon, but it ended up at 11:30 PM.

The boarding experience was good; $20 for wifi per flight is uncompetitive compared to Delta, Southwest, and others, and puts American lower on my list given similar pricing.

Flight didn’t get dinner on business. I was starving!

I had two wonderful flights - very relaxing and got me there early!

Small plane, so no entertainment. Hour delay! Nobody explained wht the delay was all about.

I wasn’t happy with the hour delay from Dallas to McAllen, but that is the nature of travel. I don’t like to fly in general because of all of the problems all the time.

It went up and down at the right time and place. I’m happy with that outcome.

Most of the delay was due to weather which is not what was at issue here. One delay was due to a missing flashlight and in the end the flashlight was actually found on the plane. The entertainment system is very limited. Live TV options offer only a few channels that are not very appealing. Boarding and deplaning are always difficult. It just takes too much time to get on and off the plane. On the plus side, I missed my connecting flight, but was easily able to book a later flight from the app while enroute.

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