How long is the flight from Clearwater to Des Moines?

Frontier, Southwest, and American Airlines can get you from Clearwater to Des Moines in just under 4h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 28m. The distance between Clearwater and Des Moines is about 1127 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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.

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Fri 12/57:00 amTPA - DSM

1 stop13h 03mFrontier

Mon 12/87:58 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop7h 27mFrontier

Deal found 10/19

$168

Thu 11/612:14 pmTPA - DSM

2 stops27h 44mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/910:50 amDSM - TPA

1 stop20h 22mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/20

$277

Fri 12/127:00 amTPA - DSM

1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines

Sun 12/142:56 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/19

$305

Fri 12/57:00 amTPA - DSM

1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines

Mon 12/86:35 amDSM - TPA

2 stops9h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/20

$315

Mon 10/276:37 amTPA - DSM

1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 10/3010:41 amDSM - TPA

1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/20

$316

Fri 10/246:37 amTPA - DSM

1 stop8h 15mFrontier

Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop13h 50mFrontier

Deal found 10/18

$317

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Fri 12/57:00 amTPA - DSM

1 stop13h 03mFrontier

Mon 12/87:58 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop7h 27mFrontier

Deal found 10/20

$208

Tue 1/67:50 amTPA - DSM

1 stop4h 35mSouthwest

Mon 1/126:10 amDSM - TPA

1 stop4h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 10/19

$261

Tue 1/65:14 pmTPA - DSM

1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/126:00 amDSM - TPA

2 stops7h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/19

$266

Thu 11/66:45 amTPA - DSM

2 stops14h 28mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/99:03 pmDSM - TPA

2 stops17h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/20

$287

Sat 12/139:40 amTPA - DSM

1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines

Mon 12/158:00 amDSM - TPA

2 stops11h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/19

$347

Fri 12/127:00 amTPA - DSM

1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines

Sun 12/142:56 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/19

$305

Fri 10/246:37 amTPA - DSM

1 stop8h 15mFrontier

Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop13h 50mFrontier

Deal found 10/18

$317

Fri 12/54:15 pmTPA - DSM

2 stops6h 20mSouthwest

Mon 12/86:15 amDSM - TPA

2 stops6h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 10/19

$346

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Fri 10/246:37 amTPA - DSM

1 stop8h 15mFrontier

Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - TPA

1 stop13h 50mFrontier

Deal found 10/18

$317

Fri 10/246:28 amTPA - DSM

2 stops11h 31mMultiple Airlines

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1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines

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$366

Mon 10/276:37 amTPA - DSM

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Deal found 10/20

$316

Thu 11/612:14 pmTPA - DSM

2 stops27h 44mMultiple Airlines

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1 stop20h 22mMultiple Airlines

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$277

Sun 11/2310:53 amTPA - DSM

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2 stops17h 46mMultiple Airlines

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$378

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1 stop17h 16mMultiple Airlines

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$400

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Sun 10/266:37 amTPA - DSM

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Deal found 10/19

$84

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$89

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1 stop13h 03mFrontier

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1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines

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$97

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1 stop26h 23mMultiple Airlines

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$109

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7:00 am-7:03 pm

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7:50 am-11:25 am

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6:00 am-2:18 pm

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6:45 am-8:13 pm

2 stops14h 28m

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9:03 pm-3:12 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$287

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

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Fri 12/12

7:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Des Moines

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2:56 pm-7:11 am

1 stop15h 15m

$305

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Fri 10/24

6:37 am-1:52 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

2:32 pm-5:22 am

1 stop13h 50m

$317

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4:15 pm-9:35 pm

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6:15 am-1:15 pm

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9:40 am-2:12 pm

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7:35 am-11:25 am

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$92

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to Des Moines (average of $76). Flying from Clearwater to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 at noon could potentially save you up to 17% 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. Saturday 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

4,237 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,237 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,237 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Delta

7.9

Good

7,981 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,237 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,026 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,237 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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, Southwest, and American Airlines can get you from Clearwater to Des Moines in just under 4h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 28m. The distance between Clearwater and Des Moines is about 1127 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to Des Moines (average of $76). Flying from Clearwater to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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$179	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%
Frontier	Cheapest$111	Average$205	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$196	Average$470	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$250	Average$373	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$260	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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