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$112+ Cheap flights from Clearwater, FL to Des Moines (DSM)

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MCO — DSM
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
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 April 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 8/110:31 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop25h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/176:07 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop13h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/216:00 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop17h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/253:57 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop14h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 8/110:31 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop25h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/146:07 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop12h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/257:00 am
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops16h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/295:45 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop12h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 6/47:05 am
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops16h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/75:02 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop17h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 8/58:28 pm
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops26h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/176:07 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop13h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/208:25 am
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops39h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop14h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$266

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 April 23, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$218
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$112
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$926
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TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 5/16

5:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

3:01 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$402

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Mon 6/1

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

3:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$427

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 5/21

7:15 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

5:25 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$437

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 6/26

7:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

5:25 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 09m

$437

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Wed 6/24

4:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

5:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$443

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Mon 6/22

4:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 6/26

4:40 pm-12:15 am

2 stops6h 35m

$488

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 5/16

9:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

5:35 am-2:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$500

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Thu 6/25

4:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

4:40 pm-12:15 am

2 stops6h 35m

$509

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 7/10

4:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 7/12

5:10 am-1:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$510

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 6/26

7:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

5:00 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$522

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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 April 23, 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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 32% 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 Saturday afternoons 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Clearwater to Des Moines?

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 April 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,438 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,659 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,327 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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?

    United Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines can get you from Clearwater to Des Moines in just under 5h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 52m. 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?

    $118 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $128 and $142, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $199 for a flight from Clearwater to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $71 while the most popular route, (Tampa - Des Moines) is currently priced at $247.

  • 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.

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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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$252Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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