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$54+ Cheap flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines (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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DSM
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
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Cheap flight deals from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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Round-trip from

$92
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$54
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$421

Good round-trip deal

$294 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 12/86:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/3$92
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/246:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/2$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/1412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/246:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/31$124
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Mon 12/87:58 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Fri 11/1412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:00 amDSM - EWR
2 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 12/58:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Fri 12/127:58 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop25h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Mon 11/1712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/246:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/31$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/2110:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/248:00 amDSM - EWR
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Tue 11/186:45 pmEWR - DSM
2 stops38h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/246:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 12/128:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Mon 12/157:58 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/1412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Wed 11/268:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/31$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:30 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/87:58 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$212

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pennsylvania 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 12/5

10:55 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

6:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$92

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 11/21

10:55 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

6:40 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$103

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 11/14

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

6:40 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$124

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/5

8:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop12h 03m

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

7:58 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 01m

$174

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 11/21

10:55 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

8:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$195

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 11/17

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Thu 11/20

9:19 am-12:31 am

1 stop14h 12m

$245

HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 2/24

5:24 am-11:15 am

1 stop4h 51m

$249

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/6

8:15 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

2:32 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$250

HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Thu 12/25

6:15 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

6:46 pm-12:07 am

1 stop4h 21m

$254

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 1/13

5:40 am-10:41 am

1 stop6h 01m

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

6:24 am-11:54 am

1 stop4h 30m

$266

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Best time to book a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines (average of $173). Flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 PA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Pennsylvania 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 November 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Pennsylvania to Des Moines in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Pennsylvania to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pennsylvania to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Departing from Pennsylvania to Des Moines will take you 3h. Pennsylvania and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 1013 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Pennsylvania 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 $60. Users have also found prices from $119 and $123 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Pennsylvania to Des Moines are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Des Moines, New York LaGuardia - Des Moines and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Pennsylvania to Des Moines?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines consider choosing Republic Airways (88%), American Airlines (82%) or PSA Airlines (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines is generally $309, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $285. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $305 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines (average of $173). Flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 Pennsylvania to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Pennsylvania 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$204Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$238Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$251Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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