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$298+ 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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ANC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$536
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$298
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$698
From Des Moines to Alaska
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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 September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/189:30 amDSM - ANC
1 stop12h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/257:52 pmANC - DSM
1 stop19h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/1811:31 amDSM - ANC
2 stops14h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/2511:49 pmANC - DSM
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$541
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2411:06 amDSM - ANC
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Fri 10/316:05 amANC - DSM
2 stops13h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/8$542
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/245:00 amDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/317:52 pmANC - DSM
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$545
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/1811:06 amDSM - ANC
2 stops14h 37mDelta
Sat 10/256:00 amANC - DSM
2 stops12h 03mDelta
Deal found 9/10$548
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/182:17 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops14h 41mDelta
Mon 12/155:37 pmANC - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 9/11$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/2811:06 amDSM - ANC
2 stops17h 53mDelta
Fri 11/76:00 amANC - DSM
2 stops12h 03mDelta
Deal found 9/10$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 10/42:49 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops13h 01mDelta
Tue 10/71:45 amFAI - DSM
2 stops12h 31mDelta
Deal found 9/11$604
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/265:32 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Sun 11/29:45 pmANC - DSM
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/11$612
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/265:00 amDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/28:21 pmANC - DSM
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/12:49 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops13h 01mDelta
Tue 10/71:45 amFAI - DSM
2 stops12h 31mDelta
Deal found 9/10$686
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/38:55 amDSM - FAI
2 stops30h 50mAlaska Airlines
Fri 10/1010:26 pmFAI - DSM
2 stops40h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$700

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alaska that are best for you.

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Alaska

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

11:31 am-10:42 pm

2 stops14h 11m

Anchorage

Sat 10/25

11:49 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$541

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

11:06 am-6:31 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Anchorage

Fri 10/31

6:05 am-10:30 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$542

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

5:00 am-6:44 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Anchorage

Fri 10/31

7:52 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$545

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

2:17 pm-1:58 am

2 stops14h 41m

Anchorage

Mon 12/15

5:37 pm-9:40 am

2 stops13h 03m

$578

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

2:49 pm-12:50 am

2 stops13h 01m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/7

1:45 am-5:16 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$604

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

5:32 pm-12:51 am

1 stop10h 19m

Anchorage

Fri 11/7

6:00 am-9:03 pm

2 stops12h 03m

$606

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

5:00 am-6:44 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Anchorage

Sun 11/2

8:21 pm-2:56 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$612

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

2:49 pm-12:50 am

2 stops13h 01m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/7

1:45 am-5:16 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$686

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

8:55 am-12:45 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Fairbanks

Fri 10/10

10:26 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops40h 11m

$700

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

10:21 am-2:35 am

2 stops19h 14m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/8

3:53 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$789

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from Des Moines to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 September 11, 2025.

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

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 September 11, 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
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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 $542, United Airlines can have you in Alaska from Des Moines in 10h 25m. 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Alaska one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $298. Users have also found prices from $475 and $499 on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from Des Moines to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$518Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$595Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$744Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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