$89+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
Nov 23 — Nov 301
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 October 24, 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 October 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/1310:25 pm -
1 stop24h 29m
Thu 11/192:35 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$200
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 12/178:26 pm -
1 stop13h 06m
Sat 12/198:28 pm -
1 stop23h 03m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/98:04 pm -
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1 stop15h 52m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Mon 11/96:45 am -
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Thu 11/129:59 am -
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Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/38:35 pm -
1 stop13h 43m
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1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 10/21![Frontier logo]()
$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 stop8h 09m
Thu 11/128:13 am -
2 stops23h 41m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/124:15 pm -
2 stops46h 56m
Thu 11/192:35 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Mon 11/98:30 pm -
1 stop27h 48m
Thu 11/128:19 pm -
1 stop23h 16m
Deal found 10/19![Frontier logo]()
$246
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 October 24, 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 October 24, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/48:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Sat 11/77:00 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 10/19![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/410:30 am -
1 stop7h 19m
Wed 12/95:30 am -
2 stops11h 19m
Deal found 10/24![Delta logo]()
$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sat 12/195:00 am -
1 stop8h 31m
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1 stop5h 33m
Deal found 10/20![United Airlines logo]()
$521
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1412:33 pm -
2 stops9h 19m
Tue 11/173:17 pm -
1 stop5h 56m
Deal found 10/24![Delta logo]()
$542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/214:00 pm -
2 stops8h 17m
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1 stop5h 16m
Deal found 10/24![Delta logo]()
$553
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/45:30 am -
1 stop5h 14m
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1 stop27h 31m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/136:52 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Tue 11/177:10 am -
2 stops12h 05m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/43:20 pm -
3 stops32h 10m
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1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$594
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/155:30 am -
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2 stops8h 38m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/258:00 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Tue 12/297:39 pm -
2 stops12h 16m
Deal found 10/20![United Airlines logo]()
$618
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/92:48 pm -
2 stops9h 29m
Sat 11/1411:38 am -
2 stops9h 35m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$600
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort WorthDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Data last updated October 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas/Fort Worth. Data last updated October 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop9h 14m
Tue 11/1010:03 pm -
1 stop15h 52m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Mon 11/96:45 am -
1 stop14h 05m
Thu 11/129:59 am -
2 stops28h 37m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Mon 11/98:30 pm -
1 stop27h 48m
Thu 11/128:19 pm -
1 stop23h 16m
Deal found 10/19![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 stop8h 09m
Thu 11/128:13 am -
2 stops23h 41m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/124:15 pm -
2 stops46h 56m
Thu 11/192:35 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/1310:25 pm -
1 stop24h 29m
Thu 11/192:35 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$200
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 October 24, 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 October 24, 2026.
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/96:45 am -
1 stop14h 05m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$89
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 12/38:35 pm -
1 stop13h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Frontier logo]()
$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/68:45 pm -
1 stop13h 33m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Frontier logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/112:45 pm -
2 stops33h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/87:30 am -
2 stops48h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:30 pm -
2 stops32h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/23![Frontier logo]()
$150
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 October 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $188 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $89 (WAYA) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $497 |
Good round-trip deal | $495 or less |
Good one-way deal | $279 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 October 24, 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
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Des Moines
Mon 11/9
6:45 am-8:50 pm
1 stop14h 05m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$89
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Fri 12/11
9:18 pm-7:30 pm
2 stops22h 12m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$180
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Fri 10/30
8:30 pm-12:18 am
1 stop27h 48m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$191
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Sun 11/29
7:05 pm-8:23 am
2 stops37h 18m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$207
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 4/13
10:55 am-5:18 pm
1 stop6h 23m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$242
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 4/13
12:00 pm-5:38 pm
1 stop5h 38m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$242
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Fri 11/6
10:25 pm-10:47 pm
2 stops24h 22m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$256
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
$269
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 11/17
1:27 pm-11:11 am
2 stops21h 44m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$291
Des MoinesDallas
DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Wed 11/4
8:00 am-1:31 pm
1 stop5h 31m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Sat 11/7
7:00 am-12:20 pm
1 stop5h 20m
$517
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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 October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| 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 63 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 October 24, 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 October 17, 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 67% 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 $322.
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 Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 25m.
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 Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 22m.
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 October 24, 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.
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.4
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentIla,Mar 2025
HOU - DAL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$148 | Average$275 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$281 | Average$377 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$348 | Average$469 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$385 | Average$496 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |