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Flight deals from Nashville Airport to Des Moines Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nashville Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £76. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Des Moines.£73 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.
Des Moines.£73 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.
Des Moines.£73 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £73, select.
Des Moines.£76 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £76, select.
Des Moines.£79 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £79, select.
Des Moines.£82 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £82, select.
Des Moines.£104 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £104, select.
Des Moines.£161 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Nashville on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Nashville.Price includes taxes and charges.From £161, select.

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Direct flights from Nashville to Des Moines

Nashville to Des Moines: Alternative routes

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Nashville to Des Moines: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£73
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 41 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Nashville to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nashville to Des Moines is £73. 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.
1 hour and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Nashville to Des Moines.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Nashville to Des Moines.
As of March 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Nashville to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Des Moines is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 4 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 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 Des Moines 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Flying from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Your BNA to DSM flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Des Moines — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Allegiant Air on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for BNA to DSM flights is Allegiant Air.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BNA and DSM include:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • Right now, £30 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £73. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from BNA to DSM, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • November is the cheapest month for flights from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from BNA to DSM is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • BNA is located at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.

  • 80.21% of flights leaving Nashville International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of BNA.

  • To reach Nashville International Airport from central Nashville, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to BNA? If you've booked an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport is approximately 6 miles from the centre of Des Moines. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Des Moines. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Nashville International Airport to Des Moines International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNA to DSM in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Des Moines, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 310 miles east to Chicago to tick off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider Milwaukee, roughly 310 miles east of Des Moines. Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum are among the biggest draws.

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