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$88+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines (MSP - 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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — DSM
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$153
(Frontier)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$259
From Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Sun 11/162:32 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$153
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 9/296:45 amMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Fri 10/32:25 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 9/286:45 amMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Thu 10/22:25 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$188
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.
Fri 11/148:55 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sun 11/162:45 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/15$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/177:55 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Wed 10/226:20 amDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$219
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.
Mon 10/139:14 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Mon 10/202:40 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 9/15$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/255:15 amMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Mon 12/15:30 amDSM - MSP
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$254
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 10/1311:59 amMSP - DSM
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/206:07 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop15h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$275
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.
Tue 9/309:00 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Sat 10/47:00 amDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/15$299

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines that are best for you.

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MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

2:32 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 42m

$153

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/29

6:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

2:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$182

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/28

6:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$188

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/14

8:55 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

2:45 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/16

4:05 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

11:06 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/17

7:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

6:20 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 25m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 11/25

5:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

6:35 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$249

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/18

12:45 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

11:06 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$249

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/13

9:14 am-10:26 am

Nonstop1h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

2:40 pm-3:52 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$249

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/13

11:59 am-8:11 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

6:07 pm-9:15 am

1 stop15h 08m

$275

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 15, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight at noon.

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 September 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Minneapolis to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minneapolis 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 airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to Des Moines?

    If you book a flight from Minneapolis to Des Moines, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines. Flights to Des Moines (DSM) from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) take 1h 12m for a nonstop flight. There are 13 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines per day from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Minneapolis to Des Moines will take you 1h 25m. Minneapolis and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 232 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Minneapolis to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines round-trip from $199. Delta is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Des Moines?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Minneapolis to Des Moines on time: SkyWest Airlines (96%), WestJet (91%), KLM (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $448, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Des Moines), is priced around $199.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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