How long is the flight from Clearwater to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from Clearwater to Des Moines in just under 4h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 12m. 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.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Clearwater to Des Moines?

The most popular airlines flying from Clearwater to Des Moines are Delta, American Airlines and Southwest. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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.

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?

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

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Wed 12/317:53 pmTPA - DSM

2 stops40h 37mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/26:44 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop11h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$839

Wed 12/316:00 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop4h 35mSouthwest

Fri 1/26:35 amDSM - TPA

1 stop7h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/31

$977

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Wed 1/285:59 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/311:16 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$237

Mon 1/265:15 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop4h 55mSouthwest

Mon 2/26:10 amDSM - TPA

2 stops9h 10mSouthwest

Deal found 12/31

$311

Sat 2/147:20 amTPA - DSM

1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines

Wed 2/187:52 amDSM - TPA

1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$317

Thu 3/58:30 amTPA - DSM

1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/87:00 amDSM - TPA

2 stops16h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$331

Thu 2/125:37 amTPA - DSM

1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines

Mon 2/161:48 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$334

Mon 1/268:30 amTPA - DSM

2 stops14h 20mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/28:00 amDSM - TPA

2 stops11h 13mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$349

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Fri 1/28:55 amTPA - DSM

1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/148:00 amDSM - TPA

1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$775

Fri 1/165:30 amTPA - DSM

1 stop6h 10mDelta

Tue 1/205:35 amDSM - TPA

1 stop6h 10mDelta

Deal found 1/1

$365

Fri 1/161:50 pmTPA - DSM

2 stops10h 54mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/201:35 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 1/1

$501

Mon 1/267:50 amTPA - DSM

1 stop4h 35mSouthwest

Mon 2/28:35 amDSM - TPA

1 stop9h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/31

$300

Mon 1/268:30 amTPA - DSM

2 stops14h 20mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/28:00 amDSM - TPA

2 stops11h 13mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$349

Wed 1/285:59 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/311:16 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$237

Wed 1/2811:25 amTPA - DSM

2 stops11h 25mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/317:50 amDSM - TPA

1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$406

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Sat 2/141:39 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop29h 53mFrontier

Deal found 12/31

$89

Mon 2/2312:48 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop6h 44mFrontier

Deal found 12/31

$91

Thu 2/195:44 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop25h 35mFrontier

Deal found 12/31

$97

Thu 3/512:48 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop6h 54mFrontier

Deal found 12/31

$100

Thu 1/1510:44 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop21h 39mFrontier

Deal found 1/1

$102

Thu 1/298:38 amTPA - DSM

1 stop15h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$103

Thu 2/58:38 amTPA - DSM

1 stop15h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$104

Wed 2/49:47 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop25h 59mMultiple Airlines

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$105

Thu 1/228:38 amTPA - DSM

1 stop15h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$109

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Wed 1/28

5:59 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

1:16 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$237

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TPA - DSM

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Tampa

Mon 1/26

5:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

6:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$311

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 2/14

7:20 am-2:27 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

7:52 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$317

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 3/5

8:30 am-10:51 pm

1 stop15h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-12:26 am

2 stops16h 26m

$331

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 2/12

5:37 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

1:48 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$334

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Mon 1/26

8:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 20m

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

8:00 am-8:13 pm

2 stops11h 13m

$349

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 2/14

1:39 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop29h 53m

$89

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Wed 1/28

9:47 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$111

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Tue 1/20

2:31 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$119

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

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Tue 1/27

5:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$119

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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?

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 28% on airfare.

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

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

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

4,254 reviews

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

4,254 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,254 reviews

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

8,021 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,254 reviews

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

11,074 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,254 reviews

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

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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?
American Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from Clearwater to Des Moines in just under 4h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 12m. 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Allegiant Air	Cheapest$106	Average$188	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%
Frontier	Cheapest$111	Average$175	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$196	Average$422	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$250	Average$364	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$260	Average$383	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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