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$126+ 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham

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 April 1, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 5/201:25 pm
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Sat 5/236:36 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/53:20 pm
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 5/66:20 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/275:00 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop6h 46m
American Airlines
Mon 6/15:33 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop6h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/30$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 5/135:44 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
Wed 5/206:00 am
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop6h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/29$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/129:06 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop5h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 5/194:55 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:55 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Tue 5/1911:05 am
BHM
-
DSM
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/113:00 pm
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 5/185:44 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/27$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1611:40 am
DSM
-
BHM
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 5/206:20 pm
BHM
-
DSM
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$357

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham

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 April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$328
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$354
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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 April 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Birmingham that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

11:31 am-8:44 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Birmingham

Wed 5/6

6:20 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$336

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

6:55 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Birmingham

Wed 5/20

3:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$342

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops5h 55m

Birmingham

Tue 5/19

3:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$347

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops5h 55m

Birmingham

Sat 5/23

5:45 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$369
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

5:27 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 22m

Birmingham

Mon 5/18

6:20 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop4h 12m

$387

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

1:10 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Birmingham

Tue 4/21

6:26 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$402

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

10:02 am-8:44 pm

2 stops10h 42m

Birmingham

Wed 5/13

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$404

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

8:00 am-12:43 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Birmingham

Wed 5/6

8:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$408

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

6:40 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Birmingham

Tue 4/21

1:30 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$412
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

1:32 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$126

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Birmingham

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 Birmingham in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Birmingham from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama?

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 April 1, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,368 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,368 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,368 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,544 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,368 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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 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 and Southwest fly from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in about 7h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 43m. 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 $236, 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 $276. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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