$80+ 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ATL
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to AtlantaExplore 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 March 10, 2026.
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 March 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:20 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/255:56 pm
ATL
- DSM
2 stops27h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2010:15 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Tue 3/249:20 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop22h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2210:55 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop19h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/255:56 pm
ATL
- DSM
2 stops27h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/32:36 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop16h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/610:05 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$220
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Sun 4/129:21 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop22h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:20 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop27h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/1310:44 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop17h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/1310:30 am
ATL
- DSM
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$246
Best flights from Des Moines to AtlantaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 4/225:30 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Sat 4/256:20 am
ATL
- DSM
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/206:31 pm
DSM
- ATL
Nonstop2h 11m
Delta
Mon 4/279:50 am
ATL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/205:25 am
DSM
- ATL
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Mon 4/276:55 am
ATL
- DSM
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/192:44 pm
DSM
- ATL
Nonstop2h 05m
Delta
Sun 4/269:50 am
ATL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Fri 5/15:25 am
DSM
- ATL
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/46:55 am
ATL
- DSM
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/2512:01 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop5h 24m
Delta
Tue 4/289:21 pm
ATL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/105:25 am
DSM
- ATL
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Sun 4/121:50 pm
ATL
- DSM
2 stops10h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1011:33 am
DSM
- ATL
Nonstop2h 02m
Delta
Sun 4/1212:00 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/195:20 am
DSM
- ATL
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Sun 4/261:50 pm
ATL
- DSM
2 stops10h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 5/71:04 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop7h 44m
Delta
Sun 5/1012:28 pm
ATL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$429
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to AtlantaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2010:15 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Tue 3/249:20 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop22h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2210:55 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop19h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/255:56 pm
ATL
- DSM
2 stops27h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:20 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/255:56 pm
ATL
- DSM
2 stops27h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/238:21 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Thu 3/269:20 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop22h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$261
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Sun 4/129:21 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop22h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$226
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/1310:30 am
ATL
- DSM
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/139:07 pm
DSM
- ATL
2 stops18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2910:45 pm
ATL
- DSM
1 stop24h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3011:09 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop4h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 5/46:36 am
ATL
- DSM
1 stop4h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5![American Airlines logo]()
$249
One-way flights from Des Moines to AtlantaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Atlanta. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Atlanta. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop7h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2010:15 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop12h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/138:14 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:26 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop13h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$92
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1910:40 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$98
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/38:21 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop7h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1710:40 am
DSM
- ATL
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$107
This Vakatrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Vakatrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/202:04 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2010:15 am
DSM
- ATL
2 stops33h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$112
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/32:36 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop16h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$113
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/38:14 pm
DSM
- ATL
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$115
Find 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 March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $201 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $80 (Frontier) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $585 |
Good round-trip deal | $406 or less |
Good one-way deal | $239 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Atlanta 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Atlanta that are best for you.
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Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
5:30 am-11:00 am
1 stop4h 30m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sat 4/25
6:20 am-1:30 pm
1 stop8h 10m
$349
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Mon 4/20
5:25 am-1:55 pm
2 stops7h 30m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Mon 4/27
6:55 am-1:10 pm
2 stops7h 15m
$366
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Fri 5/1
5:25 am-1:30 pm
2 stops7h 05m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Mon 5/4
6:55 am-1:10 pm
2 stops7h 15m
$408
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Fri 4/10
5:25 am-12:50 pm
2 stops6h 25m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sun 4/12
1:50 pm-11:20 pm
2 stops10h 30m
$413
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Sun 4/19
5:20 am-12:50 pm
2 stops6h 30m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sun 4/26
1:50 pm-11:20 pm
2 stops10h 30m
$413
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Mon 4/20
6:31 pm-9:42 pm
Nonstop2h 11m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Mon 4/27
9:50 am-11:05 am
Nonstop2h 15m
$419
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Sun 4/19
2:44 pm-5:49 pm
Nonstop2h 05m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sun 4/26
9:50 am-11:05 am
Nonstop2h 15m
$419
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Sat 4/25
12:01 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop5h 24m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Tue 4/28
9:21 pm-10:34 pm
Nonstop2h 13m
$429
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Fri 4/10
11:33 am-2:35 pm
Nonstop2h 02m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sun 4/12
12:00 pm-4:54 pm
1 stop5h 54m
$429
Des MoinesAtlanta
DSM - ATL
DSMATL
Des Moines
Thu 5/7
1:04 pm-9:48 pm
1 stop7h 44m
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Sun 5/10
12:28 pm-1:37 pm
Nonstop2h 09m
$429
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Atlanta
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Atlanta in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Atlanta flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Atlanta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Atlanta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Atlanta flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Atlanta flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Atlanta from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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 March 6, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta, you should look to book at least 12 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Atlanta (average of $163). Flying from Des Moines to Atlanta in January is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 March 10, 2026.
When flying from Des Moines to Atlanta, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
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 March 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Atlanta, such as Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
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