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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Des Moines (BHM - DSM) from $316

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BHM — DSM
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 6, 2024.

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January

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September

Average price

$563

Round-trip from

$323
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 116% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Des Moines from Birmingham, Alabama average $440. You can even find prices in September for less than $440, as users have found deals to Des Moines from as low as $290. The month of January appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Des Moines from Birmingham, Alabama. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 43%.

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

When flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Birmingham to Des Moines flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Birmingham to Des Moines specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Thu 7/185:03 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/214:02 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$316
Thu 7/182:33 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/214:02 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$377
Mon 6/247:08 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/274:02 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$387
Mon 6/244:53 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/276:52 amDSM - BHM
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$571
Thu 7/185:42 amBHM - DSM
2 stops14h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/215:48 amDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$576
Mon 6/242:41 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/276:52 amDSM - BHM
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$626
Sun 6/97:08 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/103:45 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$646
Sun 6/97:08 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:54 amDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$651
Sun 6/911:28 amBHM - DSM
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/105:54 amDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$813

Birmingham to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Birmingham and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Thu 7/185:03 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/214:02 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$316
Thu 8/85:04 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/123:07 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$352
Thu 7/182:33 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/214:02 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$377
Thu 8/85:04 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/113:07 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$382
Mon 6/247:08 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/274:02 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$387
Thu 8/85:04 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/126:00 amDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$437
Mon 6/244:53 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/276:52 amDSM - BHM
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$571
Thu 7/185:42 amBHM - DSM
2 stops14h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/215:48 amDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$576
Thu 8/82:46 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/113:07 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$588

Find flights from Birmingham to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Des Moines 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Thu 8/8

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

1 stop6h 32m

$352

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Mon 6/24

1 stop4h 57m

Des Moines

Thu 6/27

1 stop5h 17m

$387

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Thu 8/8

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

2 stops8h 16m

$437

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Mon 6/24

1 stop7h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 6/27

2 stops11h 46m

$571

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Thu 8/8

2 stops7h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

2 stops8h 16m

$622

BirminghamDes Moines

BHM - DSM

BHMDSM

Birmingham

Mon 6/24

2 stops7h 17m

Des Moines

Thu 6/27

2 stops11h 46m

$626

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Birmingham to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $352, but on average you can expect to pay $499.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $352. American Airlines is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does BHM to DSM mean?

    Great question - BHM to DSM just means Birmingham Airport to Des Moines Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Birmingham to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Birmingham to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Birmingham to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Birmingham to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Birmingham to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Birmingham to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines?

    Before booking your flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). 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 Birmingham to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Des Moines. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$282Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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