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$70+ 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
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 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Des Moines

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 January 26, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/309:20 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop17h 09m
Frontier
Mon 5/42:20 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop27h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/910:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 46m
Frontier
Wed 3/118:21 pm
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Fri 3/610:30 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop9h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/87:00 am
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops30h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/127:15 am
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop16h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/159:00 am
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops45h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com 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
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/197:00 am
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop7h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sun 3/159:20 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop22h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/206:00 am
DSM
-
ATL
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/91:37 pm
ATL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/106:00 am
DSM
-
ATL
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$293

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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$639

Good round-trip deal

$419 or less

Good one-way deal

$548 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Des Moines that are best for you.

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AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/6

10:30 am-7:16 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-2:07 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$228

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/12

7:15 am-11:12 pm

1 stop16h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

9:00 am-7:59 am

2 stops45h 59m

$258

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/15

9:20 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop22h 56m

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-9:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$295

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/13

10:30 am-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

2:59 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$298

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 2/7

8:05 am-2:55 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

3:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$348

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/9

7:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

5:25 am-1:30 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$348

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/22

8:29 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop23h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-6:15 am

1 stop9h 48m

$352

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/13

2:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

5:20 am-3:45 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$353

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 3/6

2:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

6:45 am-3:50 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$353

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 3/24

9:20 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop22h 56m

$88

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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 Atlanta to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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

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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 January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines, 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 Atlanta to Des Moines?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines (average of $122). Flying from Atlanta to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 January 26, 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 January 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 13 daily flights to Des Moines from 3 different airlines. 2h 09m is how long a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • 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 $200. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $266, and Delta, from $339. American Airlines is priced at 58% 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 $37. 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: Air France (85%), Korean Air (84%), Aeromexico (81%).

  • 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 $494, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $299. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Des Moines), is priced around $185.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines (average of $122). Flying from Atlanta to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 3 airlines flying from Atlanta to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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