Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)

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St. Louis to Des Moines Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest St. Louis to Des Moines flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top STL to DSM routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
STL
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
DSM
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time zone:
America/Chicago
Address:
10701 Lambert International Blvd.
Saint Louis MO, 63145
United States
IATA code:
STL
Longitude:
-90.379002
Latitude:
38.748707
Time zone:
America/Chicago

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Great places to stay after flight from St. Louis to Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$120 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$120
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,521 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$123 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$123
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Absolutely fabulous stay. Comfy bed, clean room, fabulous staff. The GM was awesome at check in!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
The price is AU$193 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$193
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Close to the airport"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.com from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.