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$194+ Cheap flights from Madison to Des Moines (MSN - 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — DSM
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Madison to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madison (MSN) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$219
(Delta)

One-way from

$194
(United Airlines)
From Madison Truax Field to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Madison to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 10/216:30 amMSN - DSM
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/411:26 amDSM - MSN
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 9/308:15 amMSN - DSM
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/48:00 amDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/208:15 amMSN - DSM
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/226:25 pmDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/236:30 amMSN - DSM
1 stop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/261:05 pmDSM - MSN
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/12:51 pmMSN - DSM
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/56:36 pmDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/12:54 pmMSN - DSM
1 stop3h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/55:00 amDSM - MSN
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 10/212:42 pmMSN - DSM
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Tue 11/42:40 pmDSM - MSN
2 stops5h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/17$393
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/19:48 amMSN - DSM
2 stops24h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/52:25 pmDSM - MSN
1 stop28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/309:27 amMSN - DSM
2 stops7h 46mDelta
Sat 10/47:00 amDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 14mDelta
Deal found 9/15$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/242:31 pmMSN - DSM
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/258:00 amDSM - MSN
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/29:00 amMSN - DSM
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/26:36 pmDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$501

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madison 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madison to Des Moines that are best for you.

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MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Tue 2/10

10:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

6:20 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$219

MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Tue 9/30

8:15 am-12:19 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

8:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$229

MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

5:32 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$229

MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Wed 10/1

2:51 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

6:36 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$368

MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Sun 10/19

6:30 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$194

MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Sun 10/19

6:36 pm-2:50 pm

3 stops20h 14m

$582

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Deals found on 9/16

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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 September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and United Airlines from Madison to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. 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
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 Madison 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 Madison to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Madison to Des Moines in 4h 40m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Madison to Des Moines is about 247 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $218, Delta will fly you from Madison to Des Moines and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $289.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Madison 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 2 airlines flying from Madison to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Madison 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$218Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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