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$65+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alabama

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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Alabama

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Alabama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Alabama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/267:27 pm
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops24h 52m
Frontier
Wed 3/47:55 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1110:02 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:00 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 3/68:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop16h 28m
Frontier
Fri 3/1310:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 30m
Frontier
Mon 3/910:45 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 4/68:14 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop21h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/91:37 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop9h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/265:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
2 stops14h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/28:29 pm
DSM
-
PNS
2 stops21h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/67:12 pm
PNS
-
DSM
1 stop24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 2/911:09 am
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops31h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/129:15 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop14h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/15:35 am
DSM
-
MOB
1 stop6h 20m
Delta
Wed 4/86:15 am
MOB
-
DSM
1 stop4h 33m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:32 am
DSM
-
HSV
1 stop7h 13m
American Airlines
Sat 3/73:42 pm
HSV
-
DSM
1 stop5h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:30 pm
DSM
-
MOB
1 stop4h 25m
Delta
Sat 5/165:55 am
MOB
-
DSM
1 stop4h 21m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$271

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Alabama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Alabama flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$331

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Alabama 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alabama that are best for you.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Alabama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/1

11:29 am-1:46 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$260

Des MoinesMobile

DSM - MOB

DSMMOB

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

3:58 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Mobile

Wed 3/4

5:49 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$269

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

6:32 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Huntsville

Sat 3/7

3:42 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$269

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

8:14 pm-5:11 am

1 stop7h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/10

10:30 am-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$274

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-6:15 am

1 stop9h 48m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop13h 32m

$275

Des MoinesPensacola

DSM - PNS

DSMPNS

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops18h 11m

Pensacola

Fri 3/6

6:37 pm-9:25 am

1 stop14h 48m

$279

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Wed 2/11

1:16 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 2/15

6:47 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$279

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

1:48 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 2/16

6:49 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$279

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 3/17

3:28 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Birmingham

Tue 3/31

3:41 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$297

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

8:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Huntsville

Fri 3/27

7:30 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$304

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama (average of $100). Flying from Des Moines to Alabama in May is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 AL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Alabama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Alabama as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Alabama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alabama. 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 Alabama. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Alabama, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
706 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Alabama?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Alabama in 6h 29m. Fly via Frontier, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 667 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Alabama?

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Alabama is Des Moines - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. You may also consider Des Moines - Pensacola or Des Moines - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Alabama 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 Alabama?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama (average of $100). Flying from Des Moines to Alabama in May is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Alabama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Alabama. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$120Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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