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$70+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Austin (DSM - AUS)

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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AUS
Apr 17 — Apr 241
Fri 4/17
Fri 4/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in January or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Austin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 18, 2026.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/192:59 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 21m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/306:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13$103
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/122:51 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 21m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/306:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/222:36 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 22m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/266:34 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13$128
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/232:59 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 21m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/306:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13$146
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 4/138:14 pm
DSM
-
AUS
1 stop21h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/166:10 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$175
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
-
AUS
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/76:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/198:30 am
DSM
-
AUS
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/306:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$207
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 5/12:04 pm
DSM
-
AUS
1 stop6h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/36:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$211
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/232:59 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 21m
Allegiant Air
Sun 4/266:10 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/17$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 7/2610:57 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/302:01 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15$214
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Sun 4/122:51 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/199:51 pm
AUS
-
DSM
1 stop15h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$215

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Austin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin (AUS). 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 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$103
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$70
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$250

Good round-trip deal

$171 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Austin Bergstrom flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom
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One-way flight from Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Austin 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 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Austin that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

10:28 am-6:57 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/9

2:26 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$343

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

6:55 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 5/2

5:30 am-1:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$347

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Fri 4/17

1:45 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 4/20

6:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$379

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

4:20 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 6/1

2:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$381

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

5:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 45m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 4/14

6:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$381

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

2:33 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 5/15

6:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$389

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sat 5/16

6:40 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 5/17

5:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 15m

$394
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Fri 5/15

7:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 5/17

5:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 15m

$407

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

5:10 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 8/3

5:10 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$412

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 4/23

5:30 am-1:04 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 4/26

5:30 am-2:25 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$418

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Austin

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 Austin in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Austin flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Austin flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Austin flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Austin 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-Austin 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 Austin

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Austin from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Austin. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Austin, you should look to book at least 89 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 Austin?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Austin (average of $83). Flying from Des Moines to Austin in November is currently the most expensive (average of $142). 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 AUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Austin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 18, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Austin in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Austin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. 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 Austin. Reviews last updated March 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air from Des Moines to Austin by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,435 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
712 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,025 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Within the past month, 2 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom.

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

    Delta and Southwest can get you from Des Moines to Austin in just under 8h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 04m. Des Moines and Austin are separated by a distance of 815 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Austin round-trip from $86. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $108, and Frontier, from $142. Users have found that Allegiant Air is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $58. Delta flights start at $108 while deals on American Airlines start at $148 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $63. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Austin Bergstrom) can be booked for $117 on average, our data indicates $190 when flying from Des Moines to Austin.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Austin (average of $83). Flying from Des Moines to Austin in November is currently the most expensive (average of $142). 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 Austin

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Austin. 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 March 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$86Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$142Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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