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$193+ Cheap flights from Fargo to Des Moines (FAR - 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAR — DSM
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fargo to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fargo (FAR) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Delta)

One-way from

$193
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$278
From Fargo Hector Field to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Fargo to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fargo to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:53 amFAR - DSM
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Sun 9/212:49 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/17$229
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:31 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop23h 09mFrontier
Sun 10/52:25 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop23h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/312:30 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/55:11 amDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 8/294:07 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/315:12 amDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/225:45 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/265:13 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$345
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:20 amFAR - DSM
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/57:00 amDSM - FAR
2 stops13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$418
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2911:51 amFAR - DSM
1 stop10h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/317:00 amDSM - FAR
2 stops28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/175:45 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/218:00 amDSM - FAR
2 stops36h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/175:45 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/2211:35 amDSM - FAR
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$495
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 10/312:58 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/57:00 amDSM - FAR
2 stops13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$514

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fargo 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fargo to Des Moines that are best for you.

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FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop3h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

2:49 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$229

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 9/17

10:53 am-5:13 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

2:49 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$229

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 10/2

2:31 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

2:25 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop23h 21m

$279

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 10/3

12:30 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

5:11 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 40m

$289

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 10/3

12:30 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

5:04 am-10:54 am

1 stop5h 50m

$289

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 8/29

4:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

5:12 am-10:49 am

1 stop5h 37m

$329

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Mon 9/22

5:45 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Fri 9/26

5:13 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$345

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 10/2

10:20 am-7:57 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

7:00 am-8:24 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$418

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 8/29

11:51 am-10:42 pm

1 stop10h 51m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-11:01 am

2 stops28h 01m

$428

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 9/17

5:45 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

8:00 am-8:31 pm

2 stops36h 31m

$494

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Fargo to Des Moines

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FAR to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Fargo 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 August 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fargo to Des Moines in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Fargo to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fargo 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 Fargo to Des Moines?

    Airlines like Delta, Frontier, and American Airlines fly from Fargo to Des Moines in about 3h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 55m. There are 403 mi between Fargo and Des Moines. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Fargo to Des Moines round-trip?

    Delta, at $185, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fargo to Des Moines.. Delta is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fargo to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Fargo to Des Moines are Frontier ($193), Allegiant Air ($244), and Delta ($322).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fargo to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Fargo to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 Fargo to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Fargo 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 August 18, 2025.
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