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$82+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
Oct 13 — Oct 201
Mon 10/13
Mon 10/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in April or November, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). 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 September 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$82
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$417

Good round-trip deal

$353 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/82:37 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Wed 10/157:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop6h 17mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/72:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Mon 11/105:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Sun 11/95:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:15 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Sun 12/710:30 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/132:39 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop22h 33mFrontier
Thu 10/165:10 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$165
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Mon 11/35:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$173
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/152:37 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Thu 10/165:10 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$175
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/62:25 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Mon 10/135:14 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$183
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/102:39 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Mon 10/135:14 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Sun 11/165:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$197
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:25 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Sun 9/286:00 amDFW - DSM
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$201

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 September 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Dallas/Fort Worth

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Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-12:23 am

1 stop9h 58m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 10/5

8:18 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops17h 22m

$260

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

2:52 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/10

5:33 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$355

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

3:05 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 10/13

6:15 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$355

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

6:12 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 11/1

11:21 am-4:18 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$365

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

11:28 am-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 12/9

3:16 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$375

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

9:01 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/17

1:46 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop22h 52m

$379

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

6:05 am-4:46 pm

2 stops10h 41m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-5:16 pm

2 stops10h 16m

$385

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

8:15 am-1:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 1/5

4:53 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$386

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

3:39 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 11/11

3:03 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$387

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

4:59 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 12/8

7:01 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$407

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 13, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas/Fort Worth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Reviews last updated September 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United 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
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,936 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,176 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    If you book a flight to Dallas/Fort Worth from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 14 flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    For as low as $365, Frontier can have you in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport from Des Moines in 2h 07m. Des Moines and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are separated by a distance of 625 mi. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $153, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Frontier is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport from Des Moines, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (76%), Finnair (72%), Qatar Airways( 68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport? While on average our users pay $998, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $129. The most popular route (Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth), is priced around $183.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 September 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$153Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$325Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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