$72+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas
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 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
Feb 3 — Feb 101
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas
Cheapest flights from Des Moines to DallasExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 4, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:17 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Thu 2/261:52 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop4h 50mFrontier
Deal found 1/4![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/277:59 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop14h 12mFrontier
Mon 3/27:00 amDFW - DSM
1 stop11h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/3![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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.
Thu 2/127:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Mon 2/165:45 amDFW - DSM
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/2![Frontier logo]()
$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Thu 2/127:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Thu 2/197:54 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop22h 25mFrontier
Deal found 1/3![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:17 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Thu 3/510:20 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Deal found 1/3![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/277:59 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop14h 12mFrontier
Sat 2/288:17 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop22h 25mFrontier
Deal found 1/3![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/277:59 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop14h 12mFrontier
Sun 3/17:00 amDFW - DSM
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 1/3![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/237:17 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop19h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/47:15 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop27h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 3/17:27 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop13h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/47:15 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop27h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/277:59 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:15 pmDFW - DSM
2 stops19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/293:20 pmDSM - DAL
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Tue 2/32:25 pmDAL - DSM
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/4![Southwest logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:10 amDSM - DAL
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sat 3/73:40 pmDAL - DSM
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/4![Southwest logo]()
$343
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas (A78). 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 January 4, 2026.
Round-trip from | $160 (Frontier) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $72 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | October |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $483 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Dallas 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 January 4, 2026.
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Des Moines
Fly to
Dallas
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Thu 2/19
7:32 pm-10:11 am
1 stop14h 39m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Sun 2/22
10:16 pm-6:32 pm
1 stop20h 16m
$275
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Thu 1/29
2:58 pm-3:33 pm
1 stop24h 35m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Tue 2/3
9:07 pm-3:40 pm
2 stops42h 33m
$301
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Fri 1/30
11:09 am-1:51 pm
1 stop26h 42m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Sun 2/1
9:59 pm-3:40 pm
1 stop17h 41m
$310
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Fri 4/3
7:58 pm-9:39 am
1 stop13h 41m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Mon 4/6
6:00 am-6:46 pm
1 stop12h 46m
$331
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Wed 1/21
6:14 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops29h 21m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Fri 1/23
8:12 pm-5:08 pm
1 stop20h 56m
$333
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Tue 2/17
5:00 am-1:30 pm
1 stop8h 30m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Tue 2/24
11:30 am-10:19 pm
1 stop10h 49m
$337
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DAL
DSMDAL
Des Moines
Thu 1/29
3:20 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Dallas Love Field
Tue 2/3
2:25 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$339
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DFW
DSMDFW
Des Moines
Thu 4/2
3:21 pm-2:20 pm
1 stop22h 59m
Dallas/Fort Worth
Sun 4/5
8:39 pm-6:46 pm
1 stop22h 07m
$339
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DAL
DSMDAL
Des Moines
Sat 2/14
11:30 am-8:50 pm
1 stop9h 20m
Dallas Love Field
Mon 2/16
6:15 am-10:55 am
1 stop4h 40m
$360
Des MoinesDallas
DSM - DAL
DSMDAL
Des Moines
Sat 2/7
1:20 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop7h 20m
Dallas Love Field
Sun 2/8
12:05 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$364
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Dallas. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Dallas, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas (average of $213). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 4, 2026.
When flying from Des Moines to Dallas, 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?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Dallas. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Dallas flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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.
Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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. Reviews last updated January 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Dallas. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Dallas
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$205 | Average$269 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$286 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$317 | Average$417 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$320 | Average$395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$355 | Average$456 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |