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$43+ Cheap flights from Maryland to Des Moines (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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Wed 4/1
Wed 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Maryland to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Maryland to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 2, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 8/229:50 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 8/296:00 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$139
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/255:35 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Mon 4/274:20 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1$148
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 5/66:00 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 26m
American Airlines
Wed 5/271:44 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/244:30 pm
PHL
-
DSM
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Sun 4/265:20 am
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/27$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Thu 5/217:58 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 5/256:02 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 10/1712:50 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 03m
American Airlines
Mon 10/196:00 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 5/277:07 pm
PHL
-
DSM
2 stops43h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/314:41 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Thu 4/166:00 am
IAD
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Sun 4/196:31 pm
DSM
-
IAD
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 2/27$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Wed 5/65:30 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop6h 35m
Delta
Wed 5/272:33 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Deal found 2/27$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Sat 6/206:10 am
DCA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Sat 7/45:25 pm
DSM
-
DCA
1 stop4h 26m
Delta
Deal found 2/27$197
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/218:47 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/264:25 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop17h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Thu 8/279:50 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 9/26:00 am
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$209

Find flight deals from Maryland to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Maryland to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated March 2, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$139
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One-way from

$43
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Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$615
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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 March 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Sun 5/10

7:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

5:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$164

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

5:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 20m

$197

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

10:39 am-6:46 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$197

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 3/26

6:05 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

5:20 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 25m

$238

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 6/3

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

5:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$285

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Sat 5/23

4:54 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$291

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 3/27

8:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

6:20 am-2:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$293

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/7

6:50 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 4/9

6:20 am-2:02 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$302

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/1

5:55 am-1:46 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

11:09 am-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$312

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/25

5:40 am-9:46 am

1 stop5h 06m

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

5:20 pm-12:53 am

1 stop6h 33m

$327

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Des Moines (average of $145). Flying from Maryland to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Maryland 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Maryland?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Maryland, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    For as low as $197, Southwest can have you in Des Moines from Maryland in 4h 46m. The distance from Maryland to Des Moines is about 871 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maryland to Des Moines one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $134. Users have also found prices from $142 and $148 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Maryland to Des Moines?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Des Moines or Baltimore/Washington - Des Moines, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines is the most popular route from Maryland to Des Moines.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Maryland to Des Moines.

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Des Moines (average of $145). Flying from Maryland to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 4 airlines flying from Maryland to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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 March 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$151Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$236Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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