$109+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
Oct 7 — Oct 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort WorthExplore 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 7, 2026.
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 7, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/111:29 am -
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Mon 10/52:48 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:30 pm -
1 stop22h 54m
Mon 9/282:48 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$232
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/111:29 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Fri 10/210:40 am -
1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/238:25 pm -
1 stop22h 57m
Wed 10/289:10 pm -
2 stops17h 32m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$249
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/68:30 pm -
1 stop22h 52m
Mon 11/910:45 am -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:25 pm -
1 stop17h 19m
Thu 10/293:36 pm -
1 stop22h 22m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$255
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2711:29 am -
1 stop22h 06m
Fri 10/307:00 am -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/198:25 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Tue 10/2010:30 pm -
1 stop15h 22m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$267
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:30 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Sun 10/48:29 pm -
1 stop23h 04m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:30 pm -
1 stop17h 14m
Thu 11/123:36 pm -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$277
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1311:29 am -
1 stop22h 06m
Fri 9/252:48 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$280
Best flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort WorthDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2810:57 am -
1 stop6h 33m
Tue 11/37:05 am -
1 stop8h 11m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/66:00 am -
1 stop7h 21m
Tue 10/65:30 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/139:55 am -
1 stop6h 26m
Sun 11/154:15 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$467
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/2010:57 am -
1 stop6h 33m
Tue 10/279:59 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$468
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 10/2411:27 am -
1 stop5h 33m
Tue 10/276:45 am -
2 stops10h 10m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/48:00 am -
1 stop8h 05m
Fri 11/66:43 pm -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$535
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 10/303:46 pm -
2 stops8h 36m
Sun 11/16:45 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 9/2![Delta logo]()
$528
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort WorthDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1311:29 am -
1 stop22h 06m
Fri 9/252:48 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:30 pm -
1 stop22h 54m
Mon 9/282:48 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$232
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2711:29 am -
1 stop22h 06m
Fri 10/307:00 am -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$261
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/111:29 am -
1 stop12h 51m
Mon 10/52:48 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$225
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/111:29 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Fri 10/210:40 am -
1 stop8h 53m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:30 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Sun 10/48:29 pm -
1 stop23h 04m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/198:25 pm -
1 stop17h 25m
Tue 10/2010:30 pm -
1 stop15h 22m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/238:25 pm -
1 stop22h 57m
Wed 10/289:10 pm -
2 stops17h 32m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/268:25 pm -
1 stop17h 19m
Thu 10/293:36 pm -
1 stop22h 22m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$255
One-way flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort WorthSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/188:43 am -
2 stops51h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:00 am -
2 stops47h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$110
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/111:29 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/112:45 pm -
1 stop14h 33m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/46:40 am -
2 stops36h 03m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:30 pm -
1 stop22h 54m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$127
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:30 pm -
1 stop16h 34m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/68:30 pm -
1 stop22h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$136
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 September 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $225 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $109 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $487 |
Good round-trip deal | $431 or less |
Good one-way deal | $284 or less |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 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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DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Thu 9/17
11:29 am-7:24 pm
1 stop7h 55m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$161
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Wed 11/18
8:00 am-2:38 pm
1 stop6h 38m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$222
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 11/3
5:30 am-10:44 am
1 stop5h 14m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$232
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
8:00 am-4:23 pm
1 stop8h 23m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$244
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 9/29
11:27 am-6:19 pm
1 stop6h 52m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$245
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 10/6
6:00 am-1:34 pm
1 stop7h 34m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$255
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 12/1
1:23 pm-6:42 pm
1 stop5h 19m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$262
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Sat 11/7
8:00 am-2:38 pm
1 stop6h 38m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$272
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Wed 10/28
10:57 am-5:30 pm
1 stop6h 33m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Tue 11/3
7:05 am-3:16 pm
1 stop8h 11m
$443
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 10/6
6:00 am-1:21 pm
1 stop7h 21m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Tue 10/6
5:30 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop4h 45m
$458
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?
Booking 79 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 $413). 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 September 7, 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 31% versus a flight in the evening.
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 5, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 83% of 1-stop itineraries from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $226.
What’s the fastest layover option from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 46m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 00m.
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 7, 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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