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$49+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Boston (DSM - BOS)

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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BOS
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Fri 6/19
Fri 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Boston Logan Intl are usually found in May or December, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Mon 9/146:30 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 51m
Allegiant Air
Fri 9/1812:11 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 03m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/18$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/217:30 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 47m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/912:06 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/19$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Fri 8/287:15 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 48m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/3111:08 am
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/19$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 7/57:30 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 46m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/1612:06 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 6/217:30 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 47m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/2512:07 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 11m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/16$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/74:01 pm
DSM
-
BOS
2 stops38h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/1112:07 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$191
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/247:30 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 47m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/3112:07 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 09m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/16$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 7/27:30 am
DSM
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 46m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/912:06 pm
BOS
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/19$203

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Boston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Boston (BOS). 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 May 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$194

Good round-trip deal

$176 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Boston 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 May 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Boston that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

5:34 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 7/1

5:30 am-9:44 am

1 stop5h 14m

$371

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

5:34 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 7/8

5:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

$371

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Tue 9/22

6:55 pm-1:14 am

1 stop5h 19m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 9/26

9:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$388

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Sat 10/10

1:24 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 10/13

8:15 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$388

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

3:24 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 7/11

5:00 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$399

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Sun 8/9

5:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 8/11

1:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$404

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Wed 10/14

5:35 am-12:40 pm

2 stops6h 05m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 10/19

6:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

$424

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Sat 7/4

5:10 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 10m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 7/11

6:40 am-2:50 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$427

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Thu 7/23

6:37 pm-1:20 am

1 stop5h 43m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 8/2

5:55 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 18m

$427

Des MoinesBoston

DSM - BOS

DSMBOS

Des Moines

Sun 7/12

8:45 am-4:33 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 7/17

5:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 15m

$427

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Boston

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 Boston in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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-Boston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Boston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Boston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Boston 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-Boston 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 Boston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Boston?

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Boston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Boston (average of $194). Flying from Des Moines to Boston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Boston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Boston. 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 Boston. Reviews last updated May 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Boston by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,452 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,733 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
709 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,645 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,284 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Boston flight route?

    The Des Moines to Boston Logan Intl flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Boston?

    Departing from Des Moines to Boston will take you 5h 19m. There are 1161 mi between Des Moines and Boston. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Boston round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Boston round-trip from $95. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $168, and Southwest, from $183. Allegiant Air is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Boston one-way?

    $48 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $130 and $130, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Boston?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Boston is generally $158, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $71. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Boston Logan Intl), you can expect to pay $120 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Boston 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 Boston?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Boston (average of $194). Flying from Des Moines to Boston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Boston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Boston. 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 May 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$95Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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