Alaska

$345+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alaska

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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ANC
Mar 12 — Mar 191
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Alaska

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Alaska
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Alaska. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 10, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/16:23 pm
DSM
-
FAI
2 stops31h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 4/53:53 pm
FAI
-
DSM
2 stops52h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/5$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/242:21 pm
DSM
-
ANC
1 stop12h 31m
American Airlines
Wed 7/19:52 pm
ANC
-
DSM
1 stop12h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$598
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/308:04 am
DSM
-
ANC
1 stop14h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 3/319:04 pm
ANC
-
DSM
1 stop14h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$625
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/112:15 pm
DSM
-
ANC
1 stop14h 40m
Southwest
Fri 8/712:55 am
ANC
-
DSM
1 stop12h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/8$633
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:30 pm
DSM
-
ANC
2 stops13h 25m
Southwest
Fri 8/712:55 am
ANC
-
DSM
2 stops16h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 2/6$643
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/134:23 pm
DSM
-
ANC
2 stops11h 02m
Delta
Mon 4/203:45 pm
ANC
-
DSM
2 stops15h 09m
Delta
Deal found 2/7$655
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/135:11 pm
DSM
-
ANC
1 stop8h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2011:47 pm
ANC
-
DSM
1 stop10h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$657
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/306:55 am
DSM
-
ANC
1 stop14h 56m
Delta
Mon 3/301:34 am
ANC
-
DSM
2 stops11h 08m
Delta
Deal found 2/7$658
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/110:55 am
DSM
-
FAI
2 stops16h 11m
Delta
Wed 7/810:05 pm
FAI
-
DSM
1 stop9h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/6$684
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/11:45 pm
DSM
-
FAI
2 stops16h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/82:32 pm
FAI
-
DSM
2 stops25h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/6$687
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/15:12 pm
DSM
-
FAI
1 stop8h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 7/88:45 pm
FAI
-
DSM
1 stop10h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$742
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/32:39 pm
DSM
-
FAI
2 stops12h 58m
Delta
Tue 6/1610:05 pm
FAI
-
DSM
1 stop9h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/6$773

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Alaska

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Alaska flight deals. Data was last updated February 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$547
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$345
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,273
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Anchorage flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Alaska
One-way flight from Des Moines to Alaska
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($130 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Alaska 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 February 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alaska that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Alaska

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

6:23 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops31h 12m

Fairbanks

Sun 4/5

3:53 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops52h 23m

$547

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

2:21 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop12h 31m

Anchorage

Wed 7/1

9:52 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$598

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

8:04 am-7:55 pm

1 stop14h 51m

Anchorage

Tue 3/31

9:04 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$625

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 8/1

12:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Anchorage

Fri 8/7

12:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$633

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 7/31

12:05 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Anchorage

Fri 8/7

12:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$633

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

10:55 am-12:06 am

2 stops16h 11m

Fairbanks

Wed 7/8

10:05 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 10m

$684

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

10:55 am-12:06 am

2 stops16h 11m

Fairbanks

Tue 7/7

10:05 pm-10:15 am

1 stop9h 10m

$684

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

1:45 pm-2:50 am

2 stops16h 05m

Fairbanks

Wed 7/8

2:32 pm-7:28 pm

2 stops25h 56m

$687

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

6:29 pm-1:33 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$345

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Thu 7/23

5:45 am-2:50 am

2 stops24h 05m

$345

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Deals found on 2/6

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Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. 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 Alaska. Reviews last updated February 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Alaska to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Alaska. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Alaska?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Alaska from Des Moines.

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

    For as low as $598, Alaska Airlines can have you in Alaska from Des Moines in 12h 31m. Des Moines and Alaska are separated by a distance of 2668 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Alaska

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Alaska. 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 February 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$593Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$595Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$625Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$744Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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