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$87+ Cheap flights from Baltimore to Des Moines (BWI - 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
ene. 3 — ene. 101
sáb. 1/3
sáb. 1/10
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Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Baltimore to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 4, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/118:45 amBWI - DSM
1 stop14h 36mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/158:00 amDSM - BWI
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/258:59 amBWI - DSM
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/64:25 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
vie. 12/196:00 amBWI - DSM
2 stops16h 09mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/76:14 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$251
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2210:00 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop13h 19mFrontier
mar. 12/3011:14 amDSM - BWI
1 stop19h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/3$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/295:54 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/64:25 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/2412:44 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/105:01 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
lun. 12/297:00 amBWI - DSM
2 stops41h 01mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/610:53 amDSM - BWI
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/296:42 amBWI - DSM
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/84:25 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$320

Find flight deals from Baltimore to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) 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 diciembre 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$87
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$472
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One-way flight from Baltimore/Washington to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Baltimore 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 diciembre 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baltimore to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 1/8

10:05 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

lun. 1/12

8:10 am-4:06 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$233

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 1/8

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

Des Moines

lun. 1/12

4:21 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$233

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 12/25

8:59 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Des Moines

mar. 1/6

4:25 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$247

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 1/23

3:52 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

lun. 1/26

8:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$259

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 2/17

3:50 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Des Moines

jue. 2/19

5:20 am-12:10 pm

2 stops5h 50m

$263

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 1/16

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 12m

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

4:25 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$273

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 1/27

7:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 40m

Des Moines

dom. 2/1

4:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$284

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 2/11

5:25 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Des Moines

dom. 2/15

10:37 am-4:38 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$302

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 12/22

10:00 pm-10:19 am

1 stop13h 19m

$87

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 12/29

10:00 pm-10:19 am

1 stop13h 19m

$108

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Compare providers for flights from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Baltimore-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Baltimore-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baltimore-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Baltimore-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 Baltimore to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Baltimore to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Baltimore to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Des Moines (average of $74). Flying from Baltimore to Des Moines in May is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 BWI to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore 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 diciembre 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Baltimore to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 19% 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 diciembre 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Baltimore to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 Baltimore to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from Baltimore to Des Moines can take about 5h 22m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $247. The distance from Baltimore to Des Moines is about 907 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Baltimore to Des Moines is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $227 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $246 and $270 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $134 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $142 and Delta from $148 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Des Moines (average of $74). Flying from Baltimore to Des Moines in May is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 Baltimore to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore 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 diciembre 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$232Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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