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$224+ Cheap flights from Jacksonville, NC to Des Moines (OAJ - 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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAJ — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Jacksonville to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jacksonville (OAJ) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$583
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$224
(American Airlines)
From Jacksonville Albert J Ellis to Des Moines
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Fri 6/276:01 pmOAJ - DSM
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/297:00 amDSM - OAJ
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$583

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JacksonvilleDes Moines

OAJ - DSM

OAJDSM

Jacksonville Albert J Ellis

Fri 6/27

6:01 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Des Moines

Sun 6/29

7:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$583

JacksonvilleDes Moines

OAJ - DSM

OAJDSM

Jacksonville Albert J Ellis

Thu 7/3

6:01 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$224

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($583), offers the cheapest pricing from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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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