$152+ 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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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 June 13, 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 June 13, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/225:44 am
DSM
- BHM
1 stop3h 46m
Delta
Fri 9/254:15 pm
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/2212:30 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Fri 9/251:05 pm
BHM
- DSM
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 11/106:45 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Wed 11/117:20 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/75:41 am
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 16m
Delta
Mon 7/135:27 pm
BHM
- DSM
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 6/267:02 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 7/85:30 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 7/253:35 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/15:00 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/106:33 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 7/168:26 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop4h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10![American Airlines logo]()
$388
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 June 13, 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 June 13, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/2212:30 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Fri 9/251:05 pm
BHM
- DSM
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 11/103:00 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 11/111:27 pm
BHM
- DSM
1 stop7h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8![United Airlines logo]()
$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/75:41 am
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 16m
Delta
Mon 7/135:27 pm
BHM
- DSM
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 6/267:02 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 7/85:30 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 7/253:35 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/15:00 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 7/276:37 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 25m
Delta
Mon 8/35:06 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$387
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to BirminghamDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham. Data last updated June 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham. Data last updated June 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 6/267:02 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 7/85:30 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sun 7/55:12 am
DSM
- BHM
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Thu 7/96:22 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/75:41 am
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 16m
Delta
Mon 7/135:27 pm
BHM
- DSM
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 6/9![Delta logo]()
$363
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/75:20 am
DSM
- BHM
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Mon 7/135:00 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/106:33 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 7/168:26 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop4h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10![American Airlines logo]()
$388
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/101:30 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Thu 7/1612:10 pm
BHM
- DSM
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/13![Southwest logo]()
$408
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 7/253:35 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/15:00 am
BHM
- DSM
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$387
One-way flights from Des Moines to BirminghamSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Birmingham. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Birmingham. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 13, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2811:30 am
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 52m
Delta
Deal found 6/13![Delta logo]()
$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/283:45 pm
DSM
- BHM
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/13![Southwest logo]()
$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/247:13 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9![American Airlines logo]()
$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/244:40 pm
DSM
- BHM
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9![Southwest logo]()
$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/123:59 pm
DSM
- BHM
2 stops15h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/113:35 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/13![Southwest logo]()
$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sat 7/116:00 pm
DSM
- BHM
3 stops41h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sun 7/127:03 pm
DSM
- BHM
1 stop4h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$419
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 June 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $303 (Delta) |
One-way from | $152 (Delta) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $442 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 June 13, 2026.
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
Tue 9/22
12:30 pm-8:25 pm
1 stop7h 55m
Birmingham
Fri 9/25
1:05 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops9h 05m
$308
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Tue 11/10
3:00 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop6h 45m
Birmingham
Wed 11/11
1:27 pm-9:17 pm
1 stop7h 50m
$333
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Tue 7/7
5:41 am-9:57 am
1 stop4h 16m
Birmingham
Mon 7/13
5:27 pm-10:29 pm
1 stop5h 02m
$363
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Fri 6/26
7:02 pm-11:51 pm
1 stop4h 49m
Birmingham
Wed 7/8
5:30 am-12:56 pm
1 stop7h 26m
$385
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Sat 7/25
3:35 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop7h 00m
Birmingham
Sat 8/1
5:00 am-11:35 am
1 stop6h 35m
$387
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Mon 7/27
6:37 pm-11:02 pm
1 stop4h 25m
Birmingham
Mon 8/3
5:06 am-10:43 am
1 stop5h 37m
$387
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Mon 11/16
11:04 am-5:50 pm
1 stop6h 46m
$152
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Tue 7/28
11:30 am-4:22 pm
1 stop4h 52m
$152
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Tue 7/28
3:45 pm-11:40 pm
2 stops7h 55m
$185
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesBirmingham
DSM - BHM
DSMBHM
Des Moines
Fri 7/24
7:13 pm-11:46 pm
1 stop4h 33m
$193
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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 June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $285). 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?
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 June 13, 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
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$236 | Average$364 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$346 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |