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$92+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Birmingham, AL (DSM - BHM)

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Birmingham (BHM). 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$92
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$286
From Des Moines to Birmingham
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1111:31 amDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/187:30 amBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$209
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.
Sat 10/113:53 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1812:50 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/155:47 amDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Wed 10/221:23 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 9/12$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Wed 10/155:00 amDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/225:45 amBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$272
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.
Mon 10/276:22 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/35:59 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$276
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:20 amDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Wed 10/223:15 pmBHM - DSM
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:35 amDSM - BHM
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/2811:10 amBHM - DSM
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/134:03 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/158:22 amBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$297
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/123:17 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/119:10 amBHM - DSM
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$305

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Birmingham 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

11:31 am-4:34 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Birmingham

Sat 10/18

7:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$209

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

3:53 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Birmingham

Sat 10/18

12:50 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops7h 21m

$214

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

5:47 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Birmingham

Wed 10/22

1:23 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$217

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

5:00 am-10:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

Birmingham

Wed 10/22

5:45 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$272

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:59 am-9:52 am

1 stop3h 53m

Birmingham

Wed 3/4

6:53 am-11:03 am

1 stop4h 10m

$279

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Thu 10/23

5:35 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Birmingham

Tue 10/28

11:10 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$281

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Birmingham

Thu 3/5

11:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$292

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

3:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$92

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

12:05 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$92

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

6:10 am-2:00 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$92

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $363). Flying from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. 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 Birmingham. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Birmingham, such as Delta and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,956 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 Birmingham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in about 5h 03m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 16m. The distance between Des Moines and Birmingham, Alabama is about 667 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama round-trip?

    Currently priced at $263, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $271. Users have found that Delta is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $363). Flying from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Birmingham

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Birmingham. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$263Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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