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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona (DSM - KOA) from $407

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — KOA
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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The best prices from Des Moines to Kona Intl are usually found in August or November, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Kailua-Kona (KOA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$976

Round-trip from

$404
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Users have found that flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

To save up to 41% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 37 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona from $542 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $826 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $478.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to KOA?

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in June and July 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 7/199:15 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/247:35 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops13h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$782
Sun 6/308:00 amDSM - KOA
2 stops18h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/97:35 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$792
Sun 6/308:00 amDSM - KOA
2 stops18h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/912:25 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops16h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$797
Fri 7/199:15 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/247:35 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$812
Wed 7/37:31 pmDSM - KOA
2 stops22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/71:58 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops14h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$839
Sun 6/309:15 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/97:35 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$847
Fri 7/196:05 amDSM - KOA
2 stops20h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/247:35 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops13h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$849
Sun 6/309:15 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/912:25 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops16h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$852
Sun 6/3011:21 amDSM - KOA
2 stops15h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/912:25 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops16h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$857

Des Moines to Kailua-Kona 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Kailua-Kona in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in June and July 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 9/107:00 amDSM - KOA
2 stops16h 38mDelta
Tue 9/248:45 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops20h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/9$565
Tue 9/105:30 amDSM - KOA
1 stop13h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/241:52 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops14h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$637
Wed 10/26:03 amDSM - KOA
2 stops13h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/81:35 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops14h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$642
Thu 10/248:20 amDSM - KOA
1 stop10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/281:35 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$677
Tue 9/105:30 amDSM - KOA
1 stop13h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/2410:25 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$689
Thu 10/248:20 amDSM - KOA
1 stop10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/289:23 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$712
Thu 10/247:45 pmDSM - KOA
2 stops21h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/281:35 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$724
Wed 10/25:30 amDSM - KOA
1 stop13h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/810:30 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop13h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/8$729
Thu 10/248:20 amDSM - KOA
1 stop10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/289:23 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop21h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$744

One-way flights to Kailua-Kona from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 6/295:08 pmDSM - KOA
2 stops31h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$407
Sat 6/299:15 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$471

Find flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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$565 - $792

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Price

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Tue 9/10

2 stops16h 38m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/24

2 stops20h 34m

$565

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Tue 9/10

1 stop13h 38m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/24

2 stops14h 10m

$637

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Wed 10/2

2 stops13h 11m

Kona Intl

Tue 10/8

2 stops14h 59m

$642

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Wed 10/2

1 stop13h 44m

Kona Intl

Tue 10/8

2 stops14h 31m

$677

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Tue 9/10

1 stop13h 38m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/24

1 stop17h 15m

$689

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Thu 10/24

1 stop10h 51m

Kona Intl

Mon 10/28

1 stop11h 06m

$712

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Tue 9/10

2 stops23h 28m

Kona Intl

Tue 9/24

3 stops29h 46m

$758

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Fri 7/19

1 stop11h 06m

Kona Intl

Wed 7/24

2 stops13h 44m

$782

Des MoinesKona Intl

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Sun 6/30

2 stops18h 22m

Kona Intl

Tue 7/9

1 stop12h 14m

$792

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Deals found on 6/9

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

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Temperature and rainfall in Kailua-Kona by month

Plan your trip to Kailua-Kona by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

KOA

Temperature

71.6 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kailua-Kona, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kailua-Kona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua-Kona. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kailua-Kona. Reviews last updated June 9, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

When I was going to board, one of the staff members told me that I could not board with my passport bag because it was tree items and I would need to check a bag. This was so stupid ! The bag was small. So I had to put my things in my pockets, put the funny bag inside the other bag. Then go throw it. Then in the plane put everything back again in my funny bag.

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $565, but on average you can expect to pay $763.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Kailua-Kona, with prices starting at $565. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $637 and $758, respectively. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does DSM to KOA mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while KOA stands for Kona Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona with specific airlines?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Kailua-Kona flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona (average of $404). Flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $586). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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