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$130+ 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 9/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAR — DSM
Jul 19 — Jul 261
Sat 7/19
Sat 7/26
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 July 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(Delta)

One-way from

$130
(FlightHub)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$538
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 July 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/125:00 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Tue 8/192:49 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/13$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Tue 8/1212:21 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/135:12 amDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/12$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/127:30 amFAR - DSM
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/196:15 amDSM - FAR
2 stops17h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/13$479

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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 July 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fargo to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Fargo

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Tue 8/12

5:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

2:49 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$268

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Tue 8/12

12:21 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

5:12 am-10:49 am

1 stop5h 37m

$455

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Tue 8/12

7:30 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

6:15 am-11:41 pm

2 stops17h 26m

$479

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 9/18

2:31 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$130

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Tue 8/12

1:29 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$228

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 9/18

9:46 am-2:58 pm

3 stops29h 12m

$295

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 9/20

7:30 am-10:46 am

2 stops27h 16m

$299

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Deals found on 7/13

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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 July 14, 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.

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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 July 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines 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
7,956 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,261 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.

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

    Delta, at $268, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fargo to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is 29% 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 ($130), Delta ($228), and United Airlines ($299).

  • 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 $402). 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 July 14, 2025.
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