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$66+ Cheap flights from Clearwater, FL to Des Moines (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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — DSM
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Clearwater to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Clearwater to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Clearwater to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/116:00 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop14h 16m
Frontier
Mon 3/168:21 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop8h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/197:25 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Sat 2/212:02 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/46:55 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop28h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/82:58 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop15h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/195:55 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 33m
Delta
Sat 2/2810:56 am
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop9h 28m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/196:00 am
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops9h 27m
United Airlines
Sat 2/212:59 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 2/165:41 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Mon 2/231:38 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop6h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 2/149:45 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 2/188:00 am
DSM
-
TPA
2 stops12h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/205:25 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 36m
Delta
Sun 3/19:55 am
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop7h 47m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 2/125:25 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 36m
Delta
Mon 2/165:15 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop5h 46m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$339

Find flight deals from Clearwater to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Clearwater to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$66
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$766
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Clearwater 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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Clearwater to Des Moines that are best for you.

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TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-7:16 pm

1 stop14h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 3/16

8:21 pm-10:08 am

2 stops12h 47m

$246

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 2/19

7:25 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

2:02 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$249

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 2/19

8:30 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

9:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops38h 25m

$249

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 2/20

5:25 am-11:01 am

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

10:56 am-9:24 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$249

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 2/19

5:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

10:56 am-9:24 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$288

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-2:27 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

2:59 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$293

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Tue 3/24

1:17 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 3/26

1:52 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$322

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 2/14

9:45 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

8:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$322

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 2/20

5:25 am-11:01 am

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

9:55 am-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$330

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 2/12

7:25 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

3:26 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$339

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Best time to book a flight from Clearwater to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to Des Moines (average of $64). Flying from Clearwater to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 CL9 to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Clearwater 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 21, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Clearwater to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Clearwater to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on August 31, 2025.

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

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 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Clearwater 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
4,266 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,089 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
11,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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 Clearwater 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Clearwater?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Clearwater to Des Moines. 5 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Clearwater on a regular basis. Booking flights from Clearwater to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Clearwater per day.

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

    Frontier, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Clearwater to Des Moines in just under 5h 33m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 43m. The distance between Clearwater and Des Moines is about 1127 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $97 and $118, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to Des Moines (average of $64). Flying from Clearwater to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 Clearwater to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Clearwater 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$111Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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