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$330+ 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ANC
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Alaska

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$457
(Delta)

One-way from

$330
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$518
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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 October 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/2512:10 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 12mDelta
Tue 12/306:00 amANC - DSM
1 stop11h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/28$457
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/226:59 amDSM - ANC
1 stop21h 23mDelta
Tue 12/309:15 pmANC - DSM
1 stop11h 13mDelta
Deal found 10/28$461
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Thu 12/42:59 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop12h 58mDelta
Mon 12/86:05 amANC - DSM
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/27$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/182:45 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop13h 11mDelta
Mon 12/159:45 pmANC - DSM
1 stop13h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/28$494
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/2512:10 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 12mDelta
Mon 12/298:15 pmANC - DSM
1 stop14h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/28$546
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/226:59 amDSM - ANC
1 stop21h 23mDelta
Mon 12/296:00 amANC - DSM
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 10/28$550
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/2512:10 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 12mDelta
Thu 1/11:44 pmANC - DSM
2 stops23h 57mDelta
Deal found 10/28$553
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/226:59 amDSM - ANC
1 stop21h 23mDelta
Wed 12/315:45 amANC - DSM
2 stops11h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/28$557
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Sun 12/215:55 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Tue 12/306:00 amANC - DSM
1 stop11h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/28$572
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Mon 12/226:59 amDSM - ANC
1 stop21h 23mDelta
Sun 12/288:15 pmANC - DSM
1 stop11h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/28$576
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Thu 12/112:59 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops12h 19mDelta
Wed 12/171:30 amFAI - DSM
2 stops12h 33mDelta
Deal found 10/27$722
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Tue 11/116:50 amDSM - FAI
2 stops20h 33mDelta
Fri 11/141:30 amFAI - DSM
2 stops16h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/27$858

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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 October 29, 2025.
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

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

2:45 pm-12:56 am

1 stop13h 11m

Anchorage

Mon 12/15

9:45 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop13h 34m

$494

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

6:50 am-7:04 pm

1 stop15h 14m

Anchorage

Thu 12/18

6:05 am-5:03 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$550

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:54 am-6:58 pm

1 stop15h 04m

Anchorage

Mon 2/16

9:55 pm-10:22 am

1 stop9h 27m

$550

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 12/25

12:10 pm-1:22 am

1 stop16h 12m

Anchorage

Wed 12/31

5:45 am-8:02 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$553

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

11:23 am-12:57 am

2 stops16h 34m

Anchorage

Mon 12/8

6:05 am-9:15 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$555

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

5:55 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop27h 54m

Anchorage

Wed 12/31

5:45 am-8:02 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$557

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

5:55 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop27h 54m

Anchorage

Sun 12/28

6:00 am-4:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$576

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

6:59 am-1:22 am

1 stop21h 23m

Anchorage

Sun 12/28

8:15 pm-10:38 am

1 stop11h 23m

$576

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

4:00 pm-12:13 am

2 stops11h 13m

Fairbanks

Sat 2/28

1:30 am-8:53 pm

2 stops16h 23m

$682

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

6:33 am-6:50 pm

2 stops15h 17m

Fairbanks

Sun 3/1

12:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

$702

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska (average of $455). Flying from Des Moines to Alaska in February is currently the most expensive (average of $808). 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 AK?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Alaska. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Des Moines to Alaska by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 October 29, 2025.
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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,211 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,211 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,211 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,211 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,211 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,211 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $494, Delta can have you in Alaska from Des Moines in 13h 11m. 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.

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    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.

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska (average of $455). Flying from Des Moines to Alaska in February is currently the most expensive (average of $808). 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 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$595Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$625Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$744Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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