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$263+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to The Bahamas

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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NAS
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to The Bahamas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to The Bahamas flight deals. Data was last updated August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$519
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$263
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$634
From Des Moines to The Bahamas
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to The Bahamas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to The Bahamas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:50 pmDSM - NAS
2 stops17h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/193:35 pmNAS - DSM
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/27$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:22 pmDSM - NAS
1 stop18h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/182:25 pmNAS - DSM
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/27$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/106:22 pmDSM - NAS
1 stop14h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1711:00 amNAS - DSM
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/26$539
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1210:41 amDSM - NAS
1 stop27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/195:30 pmNAS - DSM
2 stops24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$557
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:10 pmDSM - NAS
2 stops19h 05mSouthwest
Fri 12/191:10 pmNAS - DSM
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/27$571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:46 pmDSM - NAS
2 stops16h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/303:35 pmNAS - DSM
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/28$580
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:27 pmDSM - ELH
2 stops19h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/314:51 pmELH - DSM
2 stops18h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$806
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:40 pmDSM - ELH
2 stops17h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:42 pmELH - DSM
1 stop25h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$822
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:45 amDSM - ELH
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:42 pmELH - DSM
2 stops11h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$1,014
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Tue 12/236:30 pmDSM - ELH
1 stop17h 45mDelta
Wed 12/312:10 pmELH - DSM
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 8/28$1,021
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amDSM - ELH
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:42 pmELH - DSM
2 stops11h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$1,039
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Wed 12/245:50 amDSM - ELH
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Wed 12/312:10 pmELH - DSM
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 8/28$1,049

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

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

The Bahamas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesNassau

DSM - NAS

DSMNAS

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

6:22 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop18h 03m

Nassau Intl

Sat 10/18

2:25 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$538

Des MoinesNassau

DSM - NAS

DSMNAS

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

6:22 pm-10:00 am

1 stop14h 38m

Nassau Intl

Fri 10/17

11:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$539

Des MoinesGregory Town

DSM - ELH

DSMELH

Des Moines

Wed 12/24

2:07 pm-11:48 am

2 stops20h 41m

Gregory Town North Eleuthera

Wed 12/31

12:32 pm-8:15 am

2 stops20h 43m

$806

Des MoinesGregory Town

DSM - ELH

DSMELH

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

6:40 pm-1:29 pm

2 stops17h 49m

Gregory Town North Eleuthera

Tue 12/30

12:42 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop25h 39m

$822

Des MoinesGregory Town

DSM - ELH

DSMELH

Des Moines

Wed 12/24

5:45 am-4:11 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Gregory Town North Eleuthera

Tue 12/30

12:42 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 48m

$1,014

Des MoinesGregory Town

DSM - ELH

DSMELH

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

6:30 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Gregory Town North Eleuthera

Wed 12/31

2:10 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$1,021

Des MoinesNassau

DSM - NAS

DSMNAS

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

4:03 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop19h 08m

$263

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Deals found on 8/26

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to The Bahamas (average of $362). Flying from Des Moines to The Bahamas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 BS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to The Bahamas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 28, 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 The Bahamas as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing The Bahamas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Bahamas. 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 The Bahamas. Reviews last updated August 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to The Bahamas have to say. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to The Bahamas?

    If you book a flight to The Bahamas from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to The Bahamas?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to The Bahamas can take about 18h 03m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $538. There are 1468 mi between Des Moines and The Bahamas.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to The Bahamas 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 The Bahamas.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to The Bahamas 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 The Bahamas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to The Bahamas (average of $362). Flying from Des Moines to The Bahamas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to The Bahamas

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to The Bahamas. 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 August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$473Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$477Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$513Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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