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$48+ Cheap flights from Boston to Des Moines (BOS - 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Boston Logan Intl to Des Moines are usually found in August or May, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Boston to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$132
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$48
(Booking.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$413

Good round-trip deal

$124 or less

Good one-way deal

$70 or less
From Boston Logan Intl to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Boston to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1810:39 amBOS - DSM
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/256:00 amDSM - BOS
Nonstop2h 49mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/9$132
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:34 amBOS - DSM
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/256:00 amDSM - BOS
Nonstop2h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$142
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/195:40 amBOS - DSM
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Wed 8/276:00 amDSM - BOS
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/10$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 7/129:59 amBOS - DSM
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/196:03 pmDSM - BOS
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/227:45 amBOS - DSM
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/263:25 pmDSM - BOS
2 stops7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/177:35 amBOS - DSM
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Wed 9/248:25 amDSM - BOS
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$318

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Boston 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Boston

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

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BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 7/18

10:39 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$132

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 8/22

11:34 am-8:41 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

6:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$142

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 8/19

5:40 am-10:18 am

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$239

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 7/12

9:59 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Des Moines

Sat 7/19

6:03 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 06m

$261

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 8/22

7:45 am-12:23 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

3:25 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops7h 32m

$294

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 8/22

5:15 am-11:05 am

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

5:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$338

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 7/21

10:39 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$48

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 6/27

10:20 am-6:11 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$108

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 8/19

8:35 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$120

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 9/10

7:10 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$125

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Best time to book a flight from Boston to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Boston to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Boston to Des Moines is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Boston 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 BOS to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston 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 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Boston to Des Moines in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 67% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Boston 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
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Boston 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Boston to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Boston to Des Moines is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $132 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $239 and $261 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Boston to Des Moines for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $120 and $125 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $45. While the most popular route (Boston Logan Intl - Des Moines) can be booked for $78 on average our data indicates $116 when flying from Boston to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Boston 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 5 airlines flying from Boston to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Boston 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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