Title: Cheap Flights from Louisville to Des Moines (SDF to DSM) - Expedia.co.uk ![Iowa State Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/d6e0e2f2-7876-4d18-865a-ae2f68f4627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/d6e0e2f2-7876-4d18-865a-ae2f68f4627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Louisville (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM) - [Return](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers 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 Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - ![Delta](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sdf,to:dsm,departure:15/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sdf,departure:22/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sdf,to:dsm,departure:15/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sdf,departure:22/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![Southwest Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_WN.svg) Southwest Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sdf,to:dsm,departure:15/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sdf,departure:22/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"WN"}}]) - ![United](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sdf,to:dsm,departure:15/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sdf,departure:22/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![notification illustration](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\* - ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) ## Find the cheapest month to fly from Louisville (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM) ### August is typically the cheapest month to fly From £118 - £332 per traveller. Flight from Louisville to Des Moines route information | Origin airport | Louisville Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Des Moines Intl. | | Distance | 765 km | ## Compare flights from Louisville to Des Moines easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Louisville to Des Moines. Operating between them flights per day, airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Des Moines Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Louisville Intl. to Des Moines Intl..   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Louisville Intl. (SDF) to Des Moines Intl. (DSM) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Louisville to Des Moines today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Louisville Intl. to Des Moines Intl. start at just and range up to .   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Louisville and Des Moines - booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Louisville to Des Moines flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Louisville Intl. to Des Moines Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.   ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport to DSM? > Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys between Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) and DSM start from . That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can go up quickly, so book now to nab the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport? > We get that your situation can change unexpectedly, so we've made it as hassle-free as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033) and follow the instructions. ### How do I find cheap flights from Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to DSM flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport? > It's just 770 kilometres between Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). It's quite possible that you'll spend more time travelling to and from the airport than you will actually flying! ### Which airlines fly direct from SDF to DSM? > You won't find any airlines operating directly between Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a good way to break up a trip! ### Are SDF to DSM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight prices from Louisville Muhammad Ali Intl. Airport to DSM are available up to 12 months before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab great last-minute deal, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options — and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! 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