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$95+ 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 27, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:15 amDCA - DSM
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Thu 12/116:05 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/166:15 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/25$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sun 11/910:10 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/137:30 amDSM - PHL
1 stop16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 11/59:36 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - BWI
2 stops21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$275
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Tue 11/116:00 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sat 11/156:25 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/25$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 10/3110:25 amPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sun 10/267:55 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Fri 10/318:25 amDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/25$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 12/85:45 amIAD - DSM
2 stops16h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:15 amDSM - IAD
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 12/79:43 pmBWI - DSM
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:56 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 12/79:20 pmIAD - DSM
2 stops18h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:15 amDSM - IAD
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Thu 11/68:00 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Wed 11/124:15 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/24$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 12/87:59 pmDCA - DSM
Nonstop3h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1112:57 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$293

Cheap 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 October 27, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Frontier)

One-way from

$95
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$417
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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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Maryland

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 12/11

6:05 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

$245

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

6:24 am-11:54 am

1 stop4h 30m

$255

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 11/11

6:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

6:25 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 05m

$277

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Sun 11/9

10:10 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop15h 37m

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

7:30 am-12:19 am

2 stops15h 49m

$286

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/8

5:45 am-9:13 pm

2 stops16h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

7:15 am-4:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$287

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/7

9:20 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops18h 38m

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

7:15 am-4:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$291

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

7:59 pm-10:04 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

12:57 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$293

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 10/31

10:25 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

4:02 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$294

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/8

11:48 am-9:13 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

2:56 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$294

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 11/11

6:01 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$295

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to Des Moines

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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 $148). Flying from Maryland to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $537). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MD to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Maryland to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

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 $293, Southwest can have you in Des Moines from Maryland in 3h 05m. The distance from Maryland to Des Moines is about 895 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $114. Users have also found prices from $123 and $131 on Delta and American Airlines, 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 $148). Flying from Maryland to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $537). 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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