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$120+ 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 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — DSM
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines are usually found in November or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday 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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(Southwest)

One-way from

$120
(Mytrip)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$368 or less
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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 June 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 8/273:00 pmATL - DSM
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Wed 9/38:25 amDSM - ATL
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/187:30 pmATL - DSM
1 stop19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/206:30 amDSM - ATL
1 stop26h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/74:34 pmATL - DSM
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/129:36 amDSM - ATL
1 stop11h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$283
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Fri 10/37:35 amATL - DSM
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Sun 10/58:41 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/14$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 8/14:40 pmATL - DSM
Nonstop2h 15mDelta
Sun 8/32:29 pmDSM - ATL
Nonstop2h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/15$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 8/74:16 pmATL - DSM
1 stop8h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/126:24 amDSM - ATL
2 stops12h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$434

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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 June 16, 2025.
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 8/27

3:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

8:25 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$217

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 7/18

7:30 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop19h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop26h 41m

$223

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/7

4:34 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

9:36 am-10:23 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$283

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 8/1

4:40 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

2:29 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$339

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 6/20

7:45 am-7:53 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 6/23

8:38 pm-6:10 am

1 stop8h 32m

$399

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/7

4:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

6:24 am-8:02 pm

2 stops12h 38m

$434

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 7/18

6:51 am-2:45 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$120

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 6/20

7:45 am-7:53 pm

1 stop13h 08m

$150

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 7/21

2:45 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$204

AtlantaDes Moines

ATL - DSM

ATLDSM

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 7/18

4:40 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$249

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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 June 13, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 37 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 $411). 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 June 16, 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 15% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Atlanta to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 15, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 16, 2025.

The most flights from ATL to DSM are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 16, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,801 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,296 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 16 daily flights to Des Moines from 4 different airlines. 2h 08m 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 $217. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $283, and Delta, from $339. Southwest is priced at 53% 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 $150. Southwest flights start at $204 while deals on Delta start at $249 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: Endeavor Airlines (100%), Delta (81%), Korean Air (75%).

  • 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 $496, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $339. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Des Moines), is priced around $287.

  • 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 $411). 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$275Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$340Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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