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$92+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Clearwater, FL

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MCO
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Clearwater are usually found in May or July, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Clearwater

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Clearwater flight deals. Data was last updated julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$209
(Priceline)

One-way from

$92
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$336
From Des Moines to Clearwater
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Clearwater
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Clearwater. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/226:20 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
dom. 8/316:37 amTPA - DSM
1 stop8h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/159:10 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop18h 29mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/209:50 pmTPA - DSM
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
sáb. 8/169:28 amDSM - TPA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/238:03 pmTPA - DSM
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mar. 8/55:30 amDSM - TPA
1 stop6h 06mDelta
lun. 8/117:05 amTPA - DSM
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/2$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jue. 9/45:30 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
lun. 9/82:15 pmTPA - DSM
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$306

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Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

vie. 8/22

6:20 pm-5:31 am

1 stop10h 11m

Tampa

dom. 8/31

6:37 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$209

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

vie. 8/15

9:10 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop18h 29m

Tampa

mié. 8/20

9:50 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$222

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

sáb. 8/16

9:28 am-5:48 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Tampa

sáb. 8/23

8:03 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$286

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

mar. 8/5

5:30 am-12:36 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Tampa

vie. 8/8

5:52 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$291

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

jue. 9/4

5:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Tampa

lun. 9/8

2:15 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$306

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

vie. 8/8

7:33 pm-5:28 am

1 stop8h 55m

$92

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

lun. 8/4

9:39 am-8:17 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$104

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

mar. 8/5

7:09 am-12:59 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$141

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

mar. 8/5

8:25 am-5:40 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$146

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Deals found on 7/3

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Clearwater. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater (average of $206). Flying from Des Moines to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to CL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Clearwater. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Clearwater as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Clearwater?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Clearwater flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Clearwater

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater. Reviews last updated julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Clearwater, such as Southwest, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Clearwater?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Clearwater per day from 6 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $92. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Clearwater for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater (average of $206). Flying from Des Moines to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Clearwater

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Clearwater. 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$99Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$238Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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