$274+ Cheap flights from Dayton to Des Moines (DAY - DSM)
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DAY — DSM
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 11, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/96:30 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 10/117:31 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 9/256:39 pm -
1 stop4h 47m
Tue 9/2911:31 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/166:47 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Tue 10/203:03 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Sun 10/46:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/177:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/25:34 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Sun 10/45:57 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/177:31 pm -
1 stop5h 43m
Sun 10/187:31 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/147:10 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Wed 11/188:00 am -
1 stop4h 27m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/247:00 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Mon 9/281:27 pm -
1 stop8h 19m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/167:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$434
Best flights from Dayton to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Wed 10/76:30 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 10/117:31 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 9/256:39 pm -
1 stop4h 47m
Tue 9/296:00 am -
2 stops7h 41m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Sun 10/46:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/166:47 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Tue 10/203:03 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/147:10 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Wed 11/188:00 am -
1 stop4h 27m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 10/312:19 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Sun 10/45:57 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 10/174:27 pm -
1 stop7h 06m
Tue 10/203:03 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/269:00 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 9/306:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/247:00 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Mon 9/281:27 pm -
1 stop8h 19m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$429
Last-minute flights from Dayton to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines. Data last updated September 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dayton to Des Moines. Data last updated September 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/247:00 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Mon 9/281:27 pm -
1 stop8h 19m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 9/256:39 pm -
1 stop4h 47m
Tue 9/2911:31 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/17:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Sun 10/46:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/25:34 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Sun 10/45:57 pm -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/96:30 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 10/117:31 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/166:47 pm -
1 stop4h 46m
Tue 10/203:03 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/167:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/167:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Sun 10/186:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/177:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/177:31 pm -
1 stop5h 43m
Sun 10/187:31 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$414
One-way flights from Dayton to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Dayton to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Dayton to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 10/35:35 am -
1 stop4h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 10/311:24 am -
2 stops10h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Delta logo]()
$289
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 September 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $319 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $274 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $353 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to Des Moines that are best for you.
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DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Sat 10/3
5:35 am-8:39 am
1 stop4h 04m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$274
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Sat 10/3
11:24 am-9:11 pm
2 stops10h 47m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$289
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Wed 10/7
6:30 pm-12:14 am
1 stop6h 44m
Des Moines
Sun 10/11
7:31 pm-12:26 am
1 stop3h 55m
$319
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Fri 9/25
6:39 pm-10:26 pm
1 stop4h 47m
Des Moines
Tue 9/29
6:00 am-2:41 pm
2 stops7h 41m
$354
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Thu 10/1
7:00 am-10:31 am
1 stop4h 31m
Des Moines
Sun 10/4
6:55 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 03m
$397
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Fri 10/16
6:47 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop4h 46m
Des Moines
Tue 10/20
3:03 pm-11:16 pm
1 stop7h 13m
$398
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Sat 10/17
4:27 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop7h 06m
Des Moines
Tue 10/20
3:03 pm-11:16 pm
1 stop7h 13m
$398
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Sat 11/14
7:10 am-10:32 am
1 stop4h 22m
Des Moines
Wed 11/18
8:00 am-1:27 pm
1 stop4h 27m
$399
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Sat 10/3
12:19 pm-5:27 pm
1 stop6h 08m
Des Moines
Sun 10/4
5:57 pm-11:38 pm
1 stop4h 41m
$408
DaytonDes Moines
DAY Dayton - DSM Des Moines
DAYDSM
Dayton
Sat 9/26
9:00 am-2:15 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Des Moines
Wed 9/30
6:55 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 03m
$429
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dayton-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dayton-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.
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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 September 11, 2026.
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.
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.7
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$273 | Average$435 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$354 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |