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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines to Kona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kailua-Kona.P45,043 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Tue, 24 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P45,043, select.
Kailua-Kona.P46,155 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P46,155, select.
Kailua-Kona.P48,831 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Sun, 31 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kona on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P48,831, select.
Kailua-Kona.P52,100 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Kona.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Kona on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From P52,100, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Kona flights are currently cheapest in February.
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Des Moines to Kona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kona.

Kona

12km from central Kailua-Kona
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Kamuela

53km from central Kailua-Kona
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Des Moines to Kailua-Kona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP45,043
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Kona is P45,043. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Des Moines to Kona. But we found flights with one or more stops from P45,043.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Des Moines to Kona.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Kona is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Kona Airport on Friday, 20 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Airport and Kona Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Kona 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 Kailua-Kona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kona.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA): what you need to know

  • Kailua-Kona's timezone is UTC-10, which makes Kailua-Kona five hours behind Des Moines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DSM to KOA flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. These are the top stopovers between DSM and KOA:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Denver International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight is P21,478. A round-trip fare right now is P45,043. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSM to KOA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap flights from Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DSM to KOA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.45% of flights that take off from DSM arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near DSM? If you're catching an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • Hop off your Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole flight and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfortable option within easy reach of KOA, consider Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House.

  • Grab a Kona International Airport at Keahole rental car and discover Kailua-Kona and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kona International Airport at Keahole about one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) to central Kailua-Kona

  • Kona International Airport at Keahole to the centre of Kailua-Kona has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole. To skip the crowds, visit Kailua-Kona in May.

  • The warmest month in Kailua-Kona is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Kona International Airport at Keahole in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSM to KOA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Honolulu is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Kailua-Kona. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Waikiki Beach, USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace.

  • Around 290 kilometres north-west of Kailua-Kona, Pearl City is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.

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