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$122+ Cheap flights from Ontario to Des Moines (ONT - 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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ONT — DSM
Apr 4 — Apr 111
Sat 4/4
Sat 4/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Ontario to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Ontario to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ontario to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:20 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:14 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop5h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 2/27$190
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:20 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Mon 4/202:04 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop11h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 3/186:15 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Mon 3/238:21 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/3$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 3/136:15 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Mon 3/238:21 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/1$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/136:15 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Mon 3/168:21 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/27$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1712:59 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:56 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop19h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/810:03 pm
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop17h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop23h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/279:11 pm
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop21h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Thu 4/3012:59 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
-
ONT
2 stops24h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 3/1$317

Find flight deals from Ontario to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ontario (ONT) 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 March 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(Frontier)

One-way from

$122
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$420
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One-way flight from Ontario to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Ontario 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 March 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ontario to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Fri 3/13

6:15 am-7:16 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Des Moines

Mon 3/16

8:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$290

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Sat 5/2

5:00 am-12:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

5:17 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$371

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Sat 3/7

6:15 am-7:16 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

8:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$380

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Sat 3/28

6:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

5:05 am-11:36 am

2 stops8h 31m

$390

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Sat 5/2

8:40 am-6:00 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

4:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$395

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Fri 5/1

12:40 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

4:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$416

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Wed 3/25

11:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 31m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

1:32 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 13m

$459

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Des Moines

Tue 5/26

5:17 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$472

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Thu 4/9

6:00 am-4:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

3:21 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$490

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Wed 3/25

1:50 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

9:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$528

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Compare providers for flights from Ontario 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 Ontario to Des Moines in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Ontario-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ontario-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ontario-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ontario-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 Ontario-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 Ontario to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Ontario with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ontario to Des Moines

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ontario to Des Moines (average of $120). Flying from Ontario to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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.

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 March 5, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Ontario to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,306 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,306 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,306 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,388 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,306 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,380 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,306 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ontario 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 Ontario to Des Moines?

    For as low as $390, Frontier can have you in Des Moines from Ontario in 5h 32m. Ontario and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 1399 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $297. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $317 and $330, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $138. Users have also found prices from $168 and $198 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ontario to Des Moines (average of $120). Flying from Ontario to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 3 airlines flying from Ontario to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Ontario 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 March 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$317Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$330Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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