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$259+ Cheap flights from North Dakota to Des Moines (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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAR — DSM
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Dakota to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 11/199:01 amFAR - DSM
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/235:45 amDSM - FAR
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/2011:32 amBIS - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Sun 11/233:30 pmDSM - BIS
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/5$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/197:10 amFAR - DSM
2 stops9h 09mDelta
Sun 11/233:30 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/4$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/215:05 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/256:56 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/217:40 amBIS - DSM
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Tue 11/2511:00 amDSM - BIS
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/5$399
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/2112:14 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/257:30 amDSM - FAR
2 stops27h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$406
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/265:00 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Sat 11/296:50 amDSM - FAR
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Deal found 11/5$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/215:15 pmBIS - DSM
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/2511:26 amDSM - BIS
2 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 11/176:27 pmMOT - DSM
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/215:14 pmDSM - MOT
1 stop24h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$567
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:17 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop17h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/299:30 amDSM - FAR
2 stops26h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:00 amBIS - DSM
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Thu 11/204:59 pmDSM - BIS
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/6$721
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/175:00 amMOT - DSM
2 stops11h 19mDelta
Fri 11/216:17 amDSM - MOT
2 stops10h 41mDelta
Deal found 11/5$999

Cheap flight deals from North Dakota to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Dakota to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$266
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Dakota 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Dakota to Des Moines that are best for you.

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North Dakota

Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 11/19

9:01 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

5:45 am-12:51 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$259

BismarckDes Moines

BIS - DSM

BISDSM

Bismarck

Thu 11/20

11:32 am-5:12 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

3:30 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$279

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 11/19

7:10 am-4:19 pm

2 stops9h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

3:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$292

BismarckDes Moines

BIS - DSM

BISDSM

Bismarck

Tue 3/3

5:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

10:57 am-4:49 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$304

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 11/21

5:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

6:56 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 14m

$356

BismarckDes Moines

BIS - DSM

BISDSM

Bismarck

Fri 11/21

7:40 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

11:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$399

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 11/21

12:14 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

7:30 am-11:19 am

2 stops27h 49m

$406

MinotDes Moines

MOT - DSM

MOTDSM

Minot

Mon 5/4

5:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

5:35 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop26h 21m

$413

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Mon 4/6

5:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

10:55 am-10:12 am

1 stop23h 17m

$479

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Mon 4/6

7:30 am-2:11 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

6:45 pm-11:02 am

1 stop16h 17m

$486

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

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It’s optimal to fly from North Dakota to Des Moines at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Dakota 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from North Dakota?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from North Dakota.

  • How long is the flight from North Dakota to Des Moines?

    A quick flight from North Dakota to Des Moines can take about 5h 40m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $279. The distance between North Dakota and Des Moines is about 504 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Dakota to Des Moines?

    Most travelers choose Bismarck - Des Moines, Minot - Des Moines or Fargo Hector Field - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from North Dakota to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Dakota 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 North Dakota to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from North Dakota 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 November 6, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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