Des Moines

$107+ Cheap flights from Atlanta to Des Moines (ATL - DSM)

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ATL — DSM
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines are usually found in November or February, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$205
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$107
(FlightHub)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$508

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$358 or less
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines
One-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines.

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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 July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/87:35 amATL - DSM
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Wed 10/153:30 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop13h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/197:15 pmATL - DSM
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Tue 8/268:25 amDSM - ATL
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/197:47 amATL - DSM
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/215:49 pmDSM - ATL
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$266

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Atlanta

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/8

7:35 am-2:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

3:30 pm-6:02 am

1 stop13h 32m

$205

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 8/19

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

8:25 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$237

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 9/19

7:47 am-2:40 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

5:49 pm-3:14 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$266

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/27

5:41 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop20h 59m

$107

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 8/26

3:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$119

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/21

6:35 am-6:25 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$131

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/27

10:45 pm-9:40 am

2 stops11h 55m

$196

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 8/30

11:18 am-8:29 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$222

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 8/27

8:30 am-12:14 am

1 stop16h 44m

$269

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Deals found on 7/27

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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 July 25, 2025.

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Atlanta to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 July 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Atlanta to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Atlanta to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Atlanta to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from ATL to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 14 daily flights to Des Moines from 4 different airlines. 2h 05m 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 $205. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Southwest. Frontier is priced at 55% 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 $107. Southwest flights start at $119 while deals on Delta start at $196 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: Delta (75%), Korean Air (67%), LATAM Airlines (67%).

  • 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 $466, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $278. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Des Moines), is priced around $237.

  • 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 $336). Flying from Atlanta to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 4 airlines flying from Atlanta to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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