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$279+ Cheap flights from Dayton to Des Moines (DAY - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — DSM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Dayton to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:10 amDAY - DSM
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:52 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:28 amDAY - DSM
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:46 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/252:00 pmDAY - DSM
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:46 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:00 amDAY - DSM
2 stops9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/303:27 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/167:15 amDAY - DSM
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/176:50 pmDSM - DAY
1 stop3h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$713
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/1611:19 amDAY - DSM
2 stops10h 56mDelta
Wed 12/175:34 amDSM - DAY
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/10$718

Find flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines

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

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$735
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Dayton

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 12/25

9:10 am-2:53 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

6:52 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$279

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Sat 1/10

8:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

1:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$319

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Fri 12/26

6:28 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 22m

Des Moines

Tue 12/30

6:46 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$340

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 12/25

2:00 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

6:46 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$462

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

$349

DaytonDes Moines

DAY - DSM

DAYDSM

Dayton

Wed 12/17

11:19 am-5:47 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$349

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Deals found on 12/10

Compare providers for flights from Dayton to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Dayton-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dayton-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dayton-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Des Moines (average of $143). Flying from Dayton to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 DAY to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Dayton to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Dayton 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dayton to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from Dayton to Des Moines can take about 6h 43m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $279. The distance from Dayton to Des Moines is about 506 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dayton to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Dayton to Des Moines is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $254 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $269. You may be able to fly from Dayton to Des Moines for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Des Moines (average of $143). Flying from Dayton to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 2 airlines flying from Dayton to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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