Alabama

$70+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alabama

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DSM — BHM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 May 18, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/277:40 am
DSM
-
VPS
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sat 5/309:08 pm
VPS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/17$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/214:01 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/254:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/144:01 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/184:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 5/277:40 am
DSM
-
VPS
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Wed 6/31:23 pm
VPS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 18m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/16$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/95:08 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/124:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 5/306:02 pm
DSM
-
VPS
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Wed 6/31:23 pm
VPS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 18m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/14$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/115:02 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop25h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/184:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/25:08 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop25h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/94:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/53:59 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop26h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/94:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/264:17 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$182
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/276:02 pm
DSM
-
VPS
Nonstop2h 18m
Allegiant Air
Sat 7/49:11 pm
VPS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 20m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/16$219
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Wed 7/12:16 pm
DSM
-
PNS
1 stop28h 32m
Frontier
Thu 7/97:47 pm
PNS
-
DSM
1 stop17h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 5/15$221

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 May 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Birmingham flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Alabama
One-way flight from Des Moines to Alabama
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($50 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Alabama.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Des Moines to Alabama.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alabama that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Fri 7/10

4:40 pm-8:29 am

1 stop14h 49m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/12

4:17 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$205
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

10:15 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 7/1

1:26 pm-3:46 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$261

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

4:48 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Huntsville

Wed 7/8

2:37 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$305

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

6:35 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 8/16

6:50 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$309

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Sat 7/4

6:00 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 7/9

1:04 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$315

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

2:16 pm-11:38 am

1 stop20h 22m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 7/10

7:40 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$318

Des MoinesMobile

DSM - MOB

DSMMOB

Des Moines

Tue 11/10

5:45 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 48m

Mobile

Tue 11/17

4:15 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$323

Des MoinesMontgomery

DSM - MGM

DSMMGM

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

6:41 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Montgomery Dannelly Field

Tue 6/2

6:28 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$328

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

7:40 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-8:53 am

3 stops26h 53m

$329

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

9:23 am-2:04 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Birmingham

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$337

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

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Alabama. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 May 18, 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.

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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 May 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Alabama, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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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 2h 18m. Fly via Allegiant Air, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 860 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$129Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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