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$44+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Des Moines (BNA - 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — DSM
May 3 — May 101
Sat 5/3
Sat 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to Des Moines are usually found in May or October, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 April 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$79
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$44
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$256

Good round-trip deal

$81 or less

Good one-way deal

$45 or less
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 6/137:43 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/226:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 34mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/27$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/167:13 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/188:00 amDSM - BNA
1 stop26h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$152
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/307:29 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/25:27 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 7/177:20 amBNA - DSM
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Tue 7/225:25 amDSM - BNA
2 stops6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/27$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sat 6/146:00 amBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Fri 6/2011:24 amDSM - BNA
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/26$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 11/68:20 amBNA - DSM
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/118:00 amDSM - BNA
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$307

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

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Nashville

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 6/13

7:43 pm-9:24 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 6/22

6:32 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$78

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/16

7:13 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

8:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop26h 18m

$152

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/30

7:29 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

5:27 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$257

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/17

7:20 am-10:30 am

1 stop3h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 7/22

5:25 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 00m

$262

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Sat 6/14

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Des Moines

Fri 6/20

11:24 am-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$294

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/5

11:55 am-9:22 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

3:01 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$402

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/23

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$44

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/8

7:52 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 38m

$111

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/23

6:00 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$119

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Tue 5/27

4:43 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$129

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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 Nashville to Des Moines in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Nashville-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Nashville-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Des Moines

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nashville to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Nashville to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nashville to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 45 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Nashville to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 BNA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 April 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to Des Moines in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 April 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nashville to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nashville 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 popular is this Nashville to Des Moines flight route?

    Within the past month, 17 users have taken a look at flights from Nashville Intl to Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nashville to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Nashville to Des Moines is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $79 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $257 and $402 round-trip. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $44. Users have also found prices from $111 and $129 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Nashville to Des Moines is $41. On average you can expect to pay $71. The most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $78.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Nashville to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 5 airlines flying from Nashville to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 April 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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