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$274+ Cheap flights from Gainesville to Des Moines (GNV - 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GNV — DSM
Mar 29 — Apr 51
Sun 3/29
Sun 4/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Gainesville to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Gainesville to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/243:07 pm
GNV
-
DSM
1 stop8h 11m
American Airlines
Sat 4/2512:03 pm
DSM
-
GNV
2 stops10h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/26$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 3/104:54 pm
GNV
-
DSM
1 stop5h 27m
American Airlines
Sat 3/1412:28 pm
DSM
-
GNV
2 stops10h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$732

Find flight deals from Gainesville to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gainesville (GNV) 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 February 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$446
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$274
(American Airlines)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Gainesville to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GainesvilleDes Moines

GNV - DSM

GNVDSM

Gainesville Regional

Fri 4/24

6:30 am-1:11 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

12:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 59m

$446

GainesvilleDes Moines

GNV - DSM

GNVDSM

Gainesville Regional

Tue 3/10

4:54 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Des Moines

Sat 3/14

12:28 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$732

GainesvilleDes Moines

GNV - DSM

GNVDSM

Gainesville Regional

Thu 5/7

7:05 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$284

GainesvilleDes Moines

GNV - DSM

GNVDSM

Gainesville Regional

Sat 5/9

10:11 am-1:37 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$284

GainesvilleDes Moines

GNV - DSM

GNVDSM

Gainesville Regional

Thu 5/7

6:30 am-1:46 pm

2 stops8h 16m

$319

GainesvilleDes Moines

GNV - DSM

GNVDSM

Gainesville Regional

Sat 3/14

5:34 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$540

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Deals found on 2/24

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Compare providers for flights from Gainesville to Des Moines

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 Gainesville to Des Moines in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Gainesville-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Gainesville-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Gainesville-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Gainesville-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 Gainesville-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 Gainesville to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Gainesville to Des Moines?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to Des Moines (average of $47). Flying from Gainesville to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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.

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 February 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Gainesville 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,357 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,357 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,357 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Gainesville to Des Moines?

    Departing from Gainesville to Des Moines will take you 7h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1036 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Gainesville to Des Moines round-trip from $394.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to Des Moines (average of $47). Flying from Gainesville to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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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