$289+ Cheap flights from Madison to Des Moines (MSN - DSM)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — DSM
Sep 18 — Sep 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 19, 2026.
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:05 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Mon 9/217:58 pm -
1 stop4h 19m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 8/295:00 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Wed 9/27:49 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 8/216:53 pm -
1 stop5h 27m
Sun 8/237:56 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$339
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.
Tue 10/204:10 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Sat 10/241:27 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:00 am -
1 stop5h 52m
Sun 9/61:21 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$374
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.
Wed 9/26:30 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Sun 9/61:21 pm -
1 stop3h 52m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:53 pm -
1 stop5h 27m
Thu 9/37:49 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$487
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Fri 9/2511:27 am -
1 stop3h 37m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$533
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.
Tue 9/12:50 pm -
3 stops23h 24m
Sat 9/511:32 am -
1 stop3h 27m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$568
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.
Fri 8/215:00 am -
3 stops16h 23m
Sun 8/238:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$718
Best flights from Madison to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Madison to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Madison to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/36:30 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Mon 9/76:00 am -
1 stop6h 03m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 8/295:00 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Wed 9/27:49 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$319
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.
Tue 9/13:55 pm -
1 stop5h 28m
Sat 9/511:32 am -
1 stop3h 27m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1912:41 pm -
1 stop4h 47m
Sun 9/206:24 am -
1 stop3h 16m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$359
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.
Tue 10/204:10 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Sat 10/241:27 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$359
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.
Wed 9/26:30 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Sun 9/61:21 pm -
1 stop3h 52m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/142:44 pm -
2 stops8h 49m
Mon 9/216:24 am -
1 stop3h 16m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$772
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:43 am -
1 stop3h 33m
Sun 9/65:45 am -
2 stops7h 57m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,109
Last-minute flights from Madison to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Madison to Des Moines. Data last updated August 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Madison to Des Moines. Data last updated August 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 8/216:53 pm -
1 stop5h 27m
Sun 8/237:56 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$339
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.
Fri 8/215:00 am -
3 stops16h 23m
Sun 8/238:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$718
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 8/295:00 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Wed 9/27:49 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:53 pm -
1 stop5h 27m
Thu 9/37:49 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$487
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.
Tue 9/12:50 pm -
3 stops23h 24m
Sat 9/511:32 am -
1 stop3h 27m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$568
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.
Wed 9/26:30 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Sun 9/61:21 pm -
1 stop3h 52m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/35:00 am -
1 stop5h 52m
Sun 9/61:21 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$374
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:05 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Mon 9/217:58 pm -
1 stop4h 19m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$289
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Fri 9/2511:27 am -
1 stop3h 37m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$533
Find 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 August 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $289 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $488 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
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MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Thu 9/3
6:30 am-10:26 am
1 stop3h 56m
Des Moines
Mon 9/7
6:00 am-12:03 pm
1 stop6h 03m
$319
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Sat 8/29
5:00 am-10:00 am
1 stop5h 00m
Des Moines
Wed 9/2
7:49 pm-12:10 am
1 stop4h 21m
$319
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Tue 9/1
3:55 pm-9:23 pm
1 stop5h 28m
Des Moines
Sat 9/5
11:32 am-2:59 pm
1 stop3h 27m
$319
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Sat 9/19
12:41 pm-5:28 pm
1 stop4h 47m
Des Moines
Sun 9/20
6:24 am-9:40 am
1 stop3h 16m
$359
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Tue 10/20
4:10 pm-9:23 pm
1 stop5h 13m
Des Moines
Sat 10/24
1:27 pm-9:07 pm
1 stop7h 40m
$359
Quickest round-trip
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Wed 9/2
6:30 am-10:26 am
1 stop3h 56m
Des Moines
Sun 9/6
1:21 pm-5:13 pm
1 stop3h 52m
$389
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Mon 9/14
2:44 pm-11:33 pm
2 stops8h 49m
Des Moines
Mon 9/21
6:24 am-9:40 am
1 stop3h 16m
$772
MadisonDes Moines
MSN Madison Truax Field - DSM Des Moines
MSNDSM
Madison Truax Field
Thu 9/3
10:43 am-2:16 pm
1 stop3h 33m
Des Moines
Sun 9/6
5:45 am-1:42 pm
2 stops7h 57m
$1,109
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Madison to Des Moines in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Madison-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madison-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madison-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madison-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 Madison-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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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 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American 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.
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Food
6.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Food
6.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Food
6.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$258 | Average$488 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$278 | Average$293 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |