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$108+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Atlanta (DSM - ATL)

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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ATL
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in July or May, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Atlanta (ATL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$108
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/1611:00 amDSM - ATL
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 7/2312:31 pmATL - DSM
2 stops35h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$232
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
vie. 8/226:20 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
lun. 8/257:35 amATL - DSM
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$296
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/85:25 amDSM - ATL
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
mar. 7/152:45 pmATL - DSM
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
jue. 8/217:32 amDSM - ATL
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/267:10 amATL - DSM
1 stop10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 8/2811:23 amDSM - ATL
Nonstop2h 12mDelta
lun. 9/14:31 pmATL - DSM
Nonstop2h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/10$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 7/306:24 amDSM - ATL
2 stops7h 09mUnited Airlines
mié. 8/64:16 pmATL - DSM
1 stop8h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$434

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

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Des Moines

Fly to

Atlanta

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

mié. 7/16

11:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 7/23

12:31 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops35h 07m

$232

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

vie. 8/22

6:20 pm-6:10 am

1 stop10h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

lun. 8/25

7:35 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$296

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

mar. 7/8

5:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 7/15

2:45 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$333

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

jue. 8/21

7:32 am-7:22 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 8/26

7:10 am-4:21 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$335

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

jue. 8/28

11:23 am-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

lun. 9/1

4:31 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$339

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

mié. 7/30

6:24 am-2:33 pm

2 stops7h 09m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 8/6

4:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$434

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

dom. 7/20

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop26h 41m

$108

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

jue. 7/10

5:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 47m

$180

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

lun. 7/21

7:33 pm-6:10 am

1 stop9h 37m

$187

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

lun. 7/21

5:30 am-8:41 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Des Moines to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Atlanta in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 72% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Atlanta flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Atlanta. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to ATL are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Atlanta ranges from 3.4 - 5.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Atlanta when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Atlanta by month

Plan your trip to Atlanta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Atlanta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. 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 Atlanta. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Atlanta, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    If you book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta, you will be flying from Des Moines to Hartsfield-Jackson. Flights to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) from Des Moines (DSM) take 2h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 18 flights from Des Moines to Atlanta per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Atlanta flight route?

    Within the past month, 14 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Atlanta round-trip?

    Currently priced at $296, Frontier will fly you from Des Moines to Atlanta and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $333 and $335, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $180. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Atlanta for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Atlanta are Scandinavian Airlines (90%), Aeromexico (90%) and LATAM Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta is generally $1,418, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay $278 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta (average of $190). Flying from Des Moines to Atlanta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $247). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Atlanta

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Atlanta. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$309Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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