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$99+ Cheap flights from Memphis to Des Moines (MEM - 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — DSM
Jul 30 — Aug 61
Wed 7/30
Wed 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Memphis to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Memphis (MEM) 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 July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$208
(Delta)

One-way from

$99
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$297
From Memphis to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Memphis to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:25 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Mon 9/156:30 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/24$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/266:08 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/273:46 pmDSM - MEM
2 stops7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/3010:55 amMEM - DSM
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 9/16:00 amDSM - MEM
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/24$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:30 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/153:25 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$318
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1110:06 pmMEM - DSM
2 stops17h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/177:15 pmDSM - MEM
2 stops25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$394

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Fri 9/12

6:25 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

6:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$208

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Fri 9/26

6:08 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 9/27

3:46 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops7h 13m

$213

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Sat 8/30

10:55 am-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$287

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Fri 9/12

7:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

3:25 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$318

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Mon 8/11

10:06 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops17h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

7:15 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$394

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Mon 8/18

7:30 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$99

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Tue 8/5

1:17 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$224

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Tue 8/5

3:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$229

MemphisDes Moines

MEM - DSM

MEMDSM

Memphis

Tue 8/5

5:34 pm-9:41 pm

3 stops28h 07m

$430

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Deals found on 7/23

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

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 July 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Memphis to Des Moines in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Memphis to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,876 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Memphis 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Memphis to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $208, Delta will fly you from Memphis to Des Moines and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $213 and $287, respectively. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. American Airlines flights start at $224 while deals on Southwest start at $229 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Memphis to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 Memphis to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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 July 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$231Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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