$60+ Cheap flights from Des Moines
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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
What to know about flights from Des Moines
Discover essential information about flights departing from Des Moines, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Des Moines airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated December 8, 2025.
Cheapest one-way flight | $50 |
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Cheapest round-trip flight | $61 |
Cheapest airline | American Airlines |
Most popular destination | Denver Intl (DEN) |
Good round-trip deal | $96 or less |
Good one-way deal | $48 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Des MoinesPhoenix
DSM - PHX
DSMPHX
Des Moines
Sat 1/17
1:03 pm-10:16 pm
1 stop10h 13m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Sat 1/24
11:59 pm-9:41 am
1 stop8h 42m
Des MoinesPhoenix
DSM - PHX
DSMPHX
Des Moines
Sat 1/10
5:45 am-12:30 pm
2 stops7h 45m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Wed 1/14
8:25 am-2:40 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Des MoinesLas Vegas
DSM - LAS
DSMLAS
Des Moines
Fri 1/30
8:30 am-9:49 am
Nonstop3h 19m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Wed 2/4
11:59 pm-10:46 pm
2 stops20h 47m
Des MoinesLas Vegas
DSM - LAS
DSMLAS
Des Moines
Thu 1/22
8:30 am-9:49 am
Nonstop3h 19m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 1/29
6:00 am-10:19 am
2 stops26h 19m
Des MoinesPhoenix
DSM - PHX
DSMPHX
Des Moines
Tue 2/3
8:35 am-3:35 pm
1 stop8h 00m
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Tue 2/24
8:25 am-2:40 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Des MoinesMiami
DSM - MIA
DSMMIA
Des Moines
Tue 2/24
11:28 am-6:21 pm
1 stop5h 53m
Miami
Wed 3/4
6:00 am-10:40 am
1 stop5h 40m
Des MoinesMiami
DSM - MIA
DSMMIA
Des Moines
Wed 1/21
10:30 am-5:59 pm
1 stop6h 29m
Miami
Wed 1/28
10:33 am-4:28 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Des MoinesMiami
DSM - MIA
DSMMIA
Des Moines
Tue 1/6
8:35 am-4:30 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Miami
Tue 1/13
4:55 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Des MoinesMiami
DSM - MIA
DSMMIA
Des Moines
Wed 2/25
5:15 pm-12:53 am
1 stop6h 38m
Miami
Tue 3/3
6:00 am-10:40 am
1 stop5h 40m
Des MoinesMiami
DSM - MIA
DSMMIA
Des Moines
Wed 2/18
5:15 pm-12:53 am
1 stop6h 38m
Miami
Wed 2/25
6:00 am-10:40 am
1 stop5h 40m
Compare providers for flights from Des Moines
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 in December
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: Among all the travel providers offering deals on flights from Des Moines, Mytrip has been found to have the most accurate pricing. Users can find the same prices on deals on Cheapflights as Mytrip about >95% of the time. This is based on searches for flights from Des Moines made on Cheapflights over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: In terms of trustworthiness, Cheapflights users rate Mytrip the highest out of those offering flight deals from Des Moines. Mytrip has a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best) and has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights from Des Moines. This info is gathered from Cheapflights searches over the past month.
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines
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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines, you should look to book at least 53 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?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines (average of $157). Flying from Des Moines in March will prove the most costly (average of $218). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.
Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Des Moines would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Saturday evenings when fares are usually the most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Des Moines?
For flights departing from Des Moines check dates and pricing for the following: American Airlines, Southwest, Frontier, United Airlines, Allegiant Air. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: Phoenix.
What are popular destinations to fly to from Des Moines?
Some of the most frequent flights departing from Des Moines everyday are: Chicago (514 flights per day), Detroit (148 flights per day), and Atlanta (135 flights per day).
What is the cheapest place to fly to from Des Moines?
The cheapest city to fly to from Des Moines is Nashville Intl, with prices starting at $46. Explore other affordable destinations below.
Airline reviews for flights from Des Moines
Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Des Moines. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Des Moines travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on December 8, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Thomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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SEA - DEN
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Thomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Thomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Thomas,Dec 2025
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Thomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN