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$120+ Cheap flights from Missoula to Des Moines (MSO - 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSO — DSM
Jul 10 — Jul 171
Fri 7/10
Fri 7/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Missoula to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Missoula to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Missoula to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 10, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/248:00 am
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Sat 11/283:30 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 42m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/235:40 am
MSO
-
DSM
2 stops7h 31m
Delta
Sat 11/283:30 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 42m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Sat 7/46:05 am
MSO
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DSM
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Fri 7/105:17 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/245:55 am
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Wed 7/16:03 pm
DSM
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MSO
1 stop6h 41m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$468
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/258:00 am
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Sat 11/283:30 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 42m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$495
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/248:00 am
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Sun 11/297:50 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop25h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 11/235:40 am
MSO
-
DSM
2 stops7h 31m
Delta
Sun 11/297:50 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop25h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/7$588

Find flight deals from Missoula to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Missoula (MSO) 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 June 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(Delta)

One-way from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Missoula 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 June 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Missoula to Des Moines that are best for you.

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MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 11/24

8:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Sat 11/28

3:30 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$359

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sat 7/4

6:05 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Fri 7/10

5:17 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$447

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Wed 6/24

5:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

6:03 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$468

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Wed 11/25

8:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Sat 11/28

3:30 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$495

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 11/24

8:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 11/29

7:50 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop25h 22m

$553
Cheapest one-way

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sun 8/16

3:52 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop27h 28m

$208

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sun 8/16

10:24 am-1:34 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$259

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Thu 8/20

5:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$291
Quickest one-way

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$304

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 7/21

5:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$304

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Compare providers for flights from Missoula to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Missoula to Des Moines in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Missoula-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Missoula-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Missoula-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Missoula-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Missoula-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 June 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Missoula 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,804 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,804 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,804 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Missoula to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Missoula to Des Moines in about 5h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 31m. The distance from Missoula to Des Moines is about 1073 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 Missoula to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $294, United Airlines will fly you from Missoula to Des Moines and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Missoula 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.

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Top airline flying from Missoula to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Missoula 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 June 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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