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Denver.RM480 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Des Moines on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM480, select.
Denver.RM580 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Des Moines on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM580, select.
Denver.RM584 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Des Moines on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Denver International on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM584, select.
Denver.RM663 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Des Moines on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Denver International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM663, select.
Denver.RM710 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Des Moines on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Denver International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM710, select.
Denver.RM767 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec, returning Sat, 10 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Des Moines on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Denver International on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM767, select.
Denver.RM837 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Thu, 22 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Des Moines on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Denver International on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM837, select.
Denver.RM1,266 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Des Moines on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Denver International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Denver International on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,266, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Denver International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Denver International flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from RM575
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from RM476
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from RM658
Dec
from RM579
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from RM830
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Direct flights from Des Moines to Denver International

Des Moines to Denver International: Alternative routes

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Des Moines to Denver: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM480
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week72

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Denver International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Denver International is RM480. 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.
2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Denver International.
United, SkyWest Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Des Moines to Denver International.
As of September 2025, there are 72 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Denver International.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Denver International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Denver International Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
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 Denver International 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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Denver International.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.

  • Denver is one hour behind Des Moines and is in the UTC-6 timezone.

  • Choose from 53 weekly Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. Frontier Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:32.

  • Your DSM to DEN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • With direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Denver (and then other parts of United States) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:

  • Frontier Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Frontier Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for DSM to DEN flights, with 95.0% of services arriving as scheduled.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DSM and DEN include:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Denver International Airport (DEN)

  • RM187 is the best price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM480. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from DSM to DEN by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DSM to DEN.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • 80.45% of flights departing from Des Moines International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of DSM.

  • Central Des Moines to Des Moines International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near DSM? If you're catching an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)

  • After your Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport flight has landed, unwind and relax at a hotel close by. Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport is a great option that's not too far from DEN.

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Denver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Denver and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Denver International Airport about one week before your departure date.

Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver

  • The address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.

  • Denver International Airport to the centre of Denver has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Denver in April.

  • When booking your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Denver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Denver, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DSM to DEN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Colorado Springs is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Denver. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

  • Aurora is another well-known destination in United States and is around 13 kilometres east of Denver. No trip is complete without experiencing Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc.

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