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$89+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Atlanta (DSM - ATL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ATL
Jul 12 — Jul 191
Sun 7/12
Sun 7/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in September or July, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Atlanta
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/165:08 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/1910:10 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop13h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/93:42 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/164:18 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/301:55 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/99:07 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/305:08 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/36:07 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop13h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/235:08 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/305:05 am
ATL
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DSM
1 stop17h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$210

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Atlanta (ATL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$435 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Atlanta that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Atlanta that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

2:40 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops5h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 9/25

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$332

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Thu 10/29

5:35 am-12:45 pm

2 stops6h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/5

1:25 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$337

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Wed 7/15

5:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 7/20

4:05 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$384
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

5:45 am-8:56 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 9/13

12:15 pm-1:22 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$399

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

6:37 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 7/20

9:33 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$399

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Mon 7/27

2:45 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 8/3

9:23 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$409

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Thu 10/29

11:04 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/5

5:20 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$409

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Sat 10/31

10:15 am-6:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/8

7:25 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$419

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Sat 8/1

5:32 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 8/8

7:25 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$419

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

5:20 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 7/3

2:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$425

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Atlanta flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Atlanta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Atlanta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Atlanta flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Atlanta flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Atlanta

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta, you should look to book at least 11 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta (average of $436). Flying from Des Moines to Atlanta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $519). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2026.

When flying from Des Moines to Atlanta, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Atlanta?

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Atlanta. Reviews last updated June 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Atlanta, such as Southwest,Delta, andFrontier. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,234 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,234 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,234 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,234 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,893 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,234 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    If you book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta, you will be flying from Des Moines to Hartsfield-Jackson. Flights to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from Des Moines (DSM) take 2h 06m for a nonstop flight. There are 19 flights from Des Moines to Atlanta per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Atlanta flight route?

    Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Des Moines to Atlanta in about 2h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 19m. There are 743 mi between Des Moines and Atlanta. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Atlanta round-trip?

    Currently priced at $199, Frontier will fly you from Des Moines to Atlanta and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $270 and $399, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Atlanta one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $92. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Atlanta for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Atlanta are Air France (94%), Aeromexico (90%) and Scandinavian Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta is generally $541, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $189. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $176 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta (average of $436). Flying from Des Moines to Atlanta in March is currently the most expensive (average of $519). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Atlanta

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Atlanta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$199Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$270Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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