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$88+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines (DTW - DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — DSM
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$496

Good round-trip deal

$498 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/82:00 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop8h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$224
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:15 amDTW - DSM
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/99:03 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:12 pmDTW - DSM
2 stops19h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:03 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Fri 11/145:15 amDTW - DSM
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1610:50 amDSM - DTW
2 stops29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/1910:42 amDTW - DSM
2 stops22h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/239:19 amDSM - DTW
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$301

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

5:15 am-5:08 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

9:03 pm-9:33 am

1 stop11h 30m

$260

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

3:12 pm-10:00 am

2 stops19h 48m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

9:03 pm-9:33 am

1 stop11h 30m

$264

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

5:15 am-5:08 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

10:50 am-5:12 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$274

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

6:35 am-8:07 am

3 stops24h 32m

$291

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

10:42 am-8:29 am

2 stops22h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

9:19 am-9:44 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$301

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

5:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

2:41 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop24h 38m

$327

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

5:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

2:34 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$344

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

2:51 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$106

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-10:09 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$136

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/24

7:10 pm-11:30 am

2 stops41h 20m

$137

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Des Moines in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines (average of $267). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $667). 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 DTW to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 October 28, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 October 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Des Moines?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Des Moines if you want to fly from Detroit to Des Moines. At least 1 airline has flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Des Moines from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to DSM to be around 1h 50m.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $314 on this airline. Users have found that Delta is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines on time: Korean Air (95%), Delta (89%), WestJet (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines is $469. On average you can expect to pay $569. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $224.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines (average of $267). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $667). 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 airline flying from Detroit to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 October 28, 2025.
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