$291+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Birmingham, AL (DSM - BHM)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to BirminghamExplore 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 October 28, 2026.
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 October 28, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/32:58 pm -
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Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
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1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 10/24![American Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
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1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 10/24![Southwest logo]()
$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/159:00 am -
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1 stop6h 04m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$371
Best flights from Des Moines to BirminghamDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 28, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/215:10 am -
1 stop4h 20m
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1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/156:15 am -
2 stops9h 59m
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1 stop7h 14m
Deal found 10/23![United Airlines logo]()
$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 4/75:01 pm -
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1 stop6h 17m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/81:15 pm -
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2 stops9h 58m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/186:40 am -
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1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$403
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/85:25 am -
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1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 10/23![Southwest logo]()
$419
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to BirminghamDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham. Data last updated October 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham. Data last updated October 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 11/411:27 am -
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1 stop4h 07m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$607
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 11/49:55 am -
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1 stop4h 38m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$612
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/86:40 am -
1 stop7h 15m
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1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 10/23![Southwest logo]()
$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/94:25 pm -
2 stops7h 05m
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2 stops9h 50m
Deal found 10/24![Southwest logo]()
$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/113:01 pm -
1 stop6h 58m
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1 stop7h 57m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/116:00 am -
2 stops7h 40m
Sun 11/155:30 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 10/27![Southwest logo]()
$522
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/245:10 am -
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1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$291
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $291 (Delta) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $412 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2026.
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Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Mon 12/21
5:10 am-9:30 am
1 stop4h 20m
Birmingham
Mon 1/11
7:25 am-5:45 pm
1 stop10h 20m
$325
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Tue 12/15
6:15 am-4:14 pm
2 stops9h 59m
Birmingham
Wed 12/16
7:00 am-2:14 pm
1 stop7h 14m
$374
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Tue 12/8
1:15 pm-5:45 pm
1 stop4h 30m
Birmingham
Wed 12/9
6:15 am-4:13 pm
2 stops9h 58m
$376
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Fri 12/18
6:53 pm-10:56 pm
1 stop4h 03m
Birmingham
Mon 1/25
6:40 am-11:01 am
1 stop4h 21m
$385
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Fri 12/18
6:40 am-5:55 pm
2 stops11h 15m
Birmingham
Mon 1/25
4:25 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop5h 05m
$403
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Wed 4/7
5:01 pm-11:11 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Birmingham
Mon 4/12
5:54 pm-12:11 am
1 stop6h 17m
$417
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM Des Moines - BHM Birmingham
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Sun 11/8
5:25 am-11:15 am
2 stops5h 50m
Birmingham
Thu 11/12
5:30 am-1:10 pm
1 stop7h 40m
$419
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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 October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $331). Flying from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama flights typically cost between $361 and $486 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $291 on Delta (Dec 3-Dec 5).
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 October 28, 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.
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Overall
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$287 | Average$376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$341 | Average$366 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |