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$319+ Cheap flights from Missoula to Des Moines (MSO - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSO — DSM
Aug 13 — Aug 201
Thu 8/13
Thu 8/20
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 July 14, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/281:25 pm
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop9h 00m
American Airlines
Sun 8/306:10 am
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop7h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 10/316:15 am
MSO
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DSM
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 11/35:11 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/12$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:15 am
MSO
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DSM
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Sun 8/301:35 pm
DSM
-
MSO
2 stops9h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/13$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/116:15 am
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 8/155:21 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:25 am
MSO
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DSM
1 stop4h 52m
Delta
Thu 11/56:00 am
DSM
-
MSO
2 stops12h 44m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$508
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/11:45 pm
MSO
-
DSM
1 stop7h 34m
American Airlines
Thu 11/57:29 am
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop6h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/10$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Thu 10/86:15 am
MSO
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DSM
1 stop5h 16m
United Airlines
Mon 10/125:22 pm
DSM
-
MSO
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/11$525

Find flight deals from Missoula to Des Moines

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$454
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($157 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 July 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Missoula to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sat 10/31

6:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

5:11 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$409

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 8/28

6:15 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Sun 8/30

1:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$427

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 8/11

6:15 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

1:21 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops9h 12m

$522
Quickest round-trip

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Thu 10/8

6:15 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 10/12

5:22 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$525

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sun 11/1

5:30 am-4:56 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Des Moines

Thu 11/5

6:00 am-5:44 pm

2 stops12h 44m

$565

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 8/28

5:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 8/30

5:56 pm-12:18 am

2 stops7h 22m

$577
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Mon 9/7

6:15 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$348

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sun 7/26

12:34 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$470

MissoulaDes Moines

MSO - DSM

MSODSM

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 7/21

5:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$470

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Deals found on 7/13

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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 July.
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 July 14, 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
9,988 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,988 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,988 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this

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 American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Missoula to Des Moines in about 5h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 45m. 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 31% 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 July 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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