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$90+ Cheap flights from Atlanta to Des Moines (ATL - DSM)

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — DSM
Apr 12 — Apr 191
Sun 4/12
Sun 4/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines are usually found in August or April, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 13, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Mon 4/1310:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/202:04 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 3/1510:45 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop11h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/207:51 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$228
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 5/227:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop12h 56m
Frontier
Mon 5/258:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$230
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Thu 4/29:21 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop22h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/68:14 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 4/810:44 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop24h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/139:07 pm
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/1310:44 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop17h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/186:00 am
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/610:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:14 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$255
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/276:38 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop24h 23m
Frontier
Mon 3/308:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$270

Find flight deals from Atlanta to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 March 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$90
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$724

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$548 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta to Des Moines 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 March 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/15

5:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

3:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$343

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/13

3:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 5/18

5:25 am-1:30 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$366

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/2

6:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 4/9

5:25 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$397

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/11

6:40 am-1:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

5:25 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$406

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/11

8:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

5:20 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$412
Quickest round-trip

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/1

4:35 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

6:31 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$419

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/29

2:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 5/31

5:20 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$427

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 7/1

12:15 pm-1:22 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 7/6

5:35 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$429

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/4

9:30 am-10:48 am

Nonstop2h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

5:20 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$439
Cheapest one-way

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/4

10:40 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$127

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Compare providers for flights from Atlanta to Des Moines

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Atlanta with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to Des Moines

How far ahead should I book a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 59 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 Atlanta to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines (average of $224). Flying from Atlanta to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $479). 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 ATL to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 13, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Atlanta to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated March 13, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Des Moines, such as Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Atlanta to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Atlanta to Des Moines?

    Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Booking flights from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Des Moines (DSM) should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily flights to Des Moines from 2 different airlines. 2h 07m is how long a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from Atlanta to Des Moines?

    For as low as $343, Southwest can have you in Des Moines from Atlanta in 5h 50m. Atlanta and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 743 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Atlanta to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Atlanta to Des Moines round-trip from $292. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. Southwest is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Atlanta to Des Moines one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $95. Southwest flights start at $163 while deals on Delta start at $278 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Atlanta to Des Moines?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Atlanta to Des Moines on time: Scandinavian Airlines (85%), Virgin Atlantic (82%), KLM (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Des Moines?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Atlanta to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $474, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $299. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Des Moines), is priced around $285.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Atlanta to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Atlanta to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Atlanta to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Atlanta to Des Moines 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 Atlanta to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines (average of $224). Flying from Atlanta to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $479). 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 2 airlines flying from Atlanta to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta to Des Moines. 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 March 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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