$281+ Cheap flights from El Paso to Des Moines (ELP - 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELP — DSM
May 19 — May 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Paso to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 19, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/76:08 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop18h 23m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop28h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/92:25 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop4h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 5/122:58 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15![United Airlines logo]()
$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/95:33 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop4h 37m
American Airlines
Mon 5/115:01 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/16![American Airlines logo]()
$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/286:08 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop18h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop21h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/296:00 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop6h 37m
Delta
Tue 6/22:33 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/14![Delta logo]()
$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/910:30 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:55 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:20 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:10 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/299:45 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/26:55 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14![Southwest logo]()
$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/27:00 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 6/36:20 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14![United Airlines logo]()
$415
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/79:20 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop11h 50m
Southwest
Mon 9/147:00 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/18![Southwest logo]()
$422
Best flights from El Paso to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from El Paso to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from El Paso to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 19, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/95:28 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Mon 5/117:05 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop5h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/17![American Airlines logo]()
$356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/296:00 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop6h 37m
Delta
Tue 6/22:33 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/14![Delta logo]()
$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/910:30 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:55 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/27:00 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop4h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 6/36:20 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14![United Airlines logo]()
$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/26:03 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop18h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/59:33 pm
DSM
- ELP
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$474
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/79:20 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop11h 50m
Southwest
Mon 9/147:00 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/18![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/106:00 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop6h 37m
Delta
Mon 5/112:33 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/16![Delta logo]()
$443
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/296:15 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 6/26:55 am
DSM
- ELP
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14![Southwest logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:45 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/512:00 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$487
Last-minute flights from El Paso to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from El Paso to Des Moines. Data last updated April 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from El Paso to Des Moines. Data last updated April 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/76:08 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop18h 23m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop28h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/92:25 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop4h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 5/122:58 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15![United Airlines logo]()
$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/95:33 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop4h 37m
American Airlines
Mon 5/115:01 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/16![American Airlines logo]()
$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/910:30 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:55 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:20 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:10 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$392
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/286:08 pm
ELP
- DSM
1 stop18h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop21h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/296:00 am
ELP
- DSM
1 stop6h 37m
Delta
Tue 6/22:33 pm
DSM
- ELP
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/14![Delta logo]()
$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/299:45 am
ELP
- DSM
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/26:55 am
DSM
- ELP
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14![Southwest logo]()
$404
Find flight deals from El Paso to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from El Paso (ELP) 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 April 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $281 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $386 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from El Paso 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 April 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Paso to Des Moines that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Sat 5/9
5:28 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 31m
Des Moines
Mon 5/11
7:05 pm-11:21 pm
1 stop5h 16m
$356
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Fri 5/29
6:00 am-1:37 pm
1 stop6h 37m
Des Moines
Tue 6/2
2:33 pm-9:09 pm
1 stop7h 36m
$371
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Sat 5/9
10:30 am-8:55 pm
2 stops9h 25m
Des Moines
Tue 5/12
6:55 am-12:40 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$372
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Tue 6/2
7:00 am-12:36 pm
1 stop4h 36m
Des Moines
Wed 6/3
6:20 am-11:51 am
1 stop6h 31m
$415
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Mon 9/7
9:20 am-10:10 pm
1 stop11h 50m
Des Moines
Mon 9/14
7:00 am-10:45 am
1 stop4h 45m
$422
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Fri 5/29
6:15 am-3:30 pm
2 stops8h 15m
Des Moines
Tue 6/2
6:55 am-3:15 pm
2 stops9h 20m
$429
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Sun 5/10
6:00 am-1:37 pm
1 stop6h 37m
Des Moines
Mon 5/11
2:33 pm-9:09 pm
1 stop7h 36m
$443
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Thu 7/2
6:03 pm-1:31 pm
1 stop18h 28m
Des Moines
Sun 7/5
9:33 pm-5:13 pm
2 stops20h 40m
$474
El PasoDes Moines
ELP - DSM
ELPDSM
El Paso
Fri 5/1
9:45 am-6:45 pm
1 stop8h 00m
Des Moines
Tue 5/5
12:00 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop7h 05m
$487
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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 El Paso to Des Moines in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on El Paso-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on El Paso-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from El Paso-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on El Paso-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 El Paso-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 April 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from El Paso 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.
Entertainment
6.9
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Overall
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
Goodsheila,Mar 2025
DFW - MSP
Entertainment
6.9
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Overall
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
Goodsheila,Mar 2025
DFW - MSP
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$236 | Average$350 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |