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$67+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
5월 26 — 6월 21
화 5/26
화 6/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in February or August, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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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 4월 26, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
금 5/152:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
월 5/185:18 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/23$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
월 6/82:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop25h 07m
Frontier
수 6/105:18 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
수 5/272:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop17h 51m
Frontier
화 6/29:07 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop28h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
수 5/272:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
수 6/312:17 pm
DFW
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DSM
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
수 5/272:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop17h 51m
Multiple Airlines
월 6/11:56 pm
DFW
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DSM
1 stop9h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
월 6/12:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop19h 47m
Frontier
수 6/35:18 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
금 5/292:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
수 6/35:18 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
월 6/82:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
화 6/99:31 pm
DFW
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DSM
1 stop16h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/24$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
수 5/272:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop6h 05m
Frontier
수 6/105:18 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
월 6/12:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop19h 47m
Multiple Airlines
수 6/312:17 pm
DFW
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DSM
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$190
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
월 6/12:16 pm
DSM
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DFW
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
금 6/55:18 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$201

Find 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 4월 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Expedia)

One-way from

$67
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$476

Good round-trip deal

$452 or less

Good one-way deal

$314 or less
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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 4월 26, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

화 5/26

1:35 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Dallas/Fort Worth

목 5/28

11:35 am-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$386

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

토 6/6

4:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 12m

Dallas/Fort Worth

토 6/13

4:51 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$413

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

토 5/30

8:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Dallas/Fort Worth

금 6/5

5:45 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 57m

$425

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

목 6/25

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 28m

Dallas/Fort Worth

토 6/27

4:01 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$435

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

목 6/11

1:35 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Dallas/Fort Worth

토 6/13

5:47 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$440

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

목 6/4

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 28m

Dallas/Fort Worth

월 6/8

4:01 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$455

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

목 5/21

2:33 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Dallas/Fort Worth

일 5/24

5:30 am-11:08 am

1 stop5h 38m

$473

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

화 7/7

6:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Dallas/Fort Worth

목 7/9

4:01 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$505

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

목 5/7

8:00 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Dallas/Fort Worth

토 5/9

7:20 am-4:15 pm

3 stops32h 55m

$584

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

금 5/22

5:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Dallas/Fort Worth

화 5/26

5:10 am-9:45 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$597

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth

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 Dallas/Fort Worth in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Booking 25 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $389). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 4월 26, 2026.

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 18% 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 April 18, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

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 4월 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
4,325 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8.0
Very good
4,325 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,325 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,658 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,325 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,673 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,325 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,976 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,325 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 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 13 flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    For as low as $386, United Airlines can have you in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport from Des Moines in 5h 21m. 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 $148, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Frontier is priced at 67% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are Frontier ($74), Southwest ($108), and United Airlines ($143).

  • 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 (88%), Japan Airlines (87%), Qatar Airways( 82%).

  • 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 $513, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $183. The most popular route (Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth), is priced around $244.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $389). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover the top 4 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 4월 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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