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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines to Honolulu International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Honolulu.R 5,902 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,902, select.
Honolulu.R 6,094 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,094, select.
Honolulu.R 6,256 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,256, select.
Honolulu.R 6,688 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,688, 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 Honolulu International flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Des Moines to Honolulu International: Alternative routes

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

Des Moines to Honolulu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,901
Cheapest month to flyJuly

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Honolulu International is R 10,497. 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 Honolulu International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,497.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Des Moines to Honolulu International.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Honolulu International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Honolulu International Airport on Monday, 11 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Airport and Honolulu International 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 Honolulu 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Honolulu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Honolulu International.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Honolulu is UTC-10, which is five hours behind Des Moines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DSM to HNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DSM and HNL include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • Currently, R 5,901 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,495. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from DSM to HNL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DSM to HNL.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

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

  • 80.45% of flights leaving Des Moines International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from DSM.

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

  • You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to DSM:

Arriving at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HNL instead:

  • Grab a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car and explore Honolulu and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu

  • HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Honolulu. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours.

When to fly to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Honolulu in May.

  • When reserving your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Honolulu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DSM to HNL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Honolulu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 16 kilometres north-west of Honolulu, a visit to Pearl City will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like USS Utah Memorial, Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider Hilo, about 338 kilometres south-east of Honolulu. Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and Pacific Tsunami Museum are key highlights.

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