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$96+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — DSM
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$390
From Maryland to Des Moines
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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 September 17, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:30 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/226:00 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$197
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:30 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:50 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$217
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/88:05 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/99:03 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop20h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$223
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 10/112:00 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/510:41 amDSM - PHL
1 stop21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$224
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:19 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/181:55 pmDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$225
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:30 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Thu 11/136:17 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/16$231
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.
Fri 10/107:19 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/1412:49 pmDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$232
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/154:00 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop18h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:47 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop24h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$233
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/238:30 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop13h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/268:47 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop24h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$235
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/267:40 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Tue 12/26:15 amDSM - PHL
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$236
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.
Wed 10/156:18 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Mon 10/205:56 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Deal found 9/15$245
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 10/14:00 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop18h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/58:47 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop24h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$247

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Return

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PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 12/23

7:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 12/30

6:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 25m

$217

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

12:00 pm-9:51 am

1 stop22h 51m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

10:41 am-9:32 am

1 stop21h 51m

$224

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 11/11

6:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

6:17 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 20m

$231

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 10/10

7:19 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

12:49 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$232

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 11/26

7:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

6:15 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$236

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 10/16

5:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

6:39 pm-12:52 am

1 stop5h 13m

$245

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 11/13

8:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

$245

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 10/15

6:50 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

2:13 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$245

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/15

4:00 pm-9:51 am

1 stop18h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

9:20 am-10:20 am

1 stop24h 00m

$252

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/15

8:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

9:19 am-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$286

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

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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Maryland to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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  • 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 $232, Southwest can have you in Des Moines from Maryland in 2h 54m. The distance from Maryland to Des Moines is about 969 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 Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $112 and $114 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines or Philadelphia - Des Moines, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Maryland 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 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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