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$67+ 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DSM
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Pennsylvania to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$67
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$321

Good round-trip deal

$300 or less

Good one-way deal

$304 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 September 15, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/14$101
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 10/138:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/13$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/2612:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/298:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$114
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/2912:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Mon 10/68:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$132
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/2412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 10/278:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/178:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/13$151
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2212:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/298:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/13$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/178:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/13$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/34:15 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop17h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/68:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 12/237:30 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:50 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/289:47 amPHL - DSM
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/26:30 amDSM - PHL
1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/88:30 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/1512:49 pmDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$225

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines that are best for you.

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NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 10/10

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$108

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 9/26

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

8:25 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$114

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 9/29

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$132

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 10/3

4:15 pm-8:29 am

1 stop17h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$186

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 11/7

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

7:30 am-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$195

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Sat 10/11

9:00 pm-9:51 am

1 stop13h 51m

Des Moines

Fri 10/17

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$202

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 9/29

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

5:51 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop24h 08m

$209

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 9/29

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$220

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

12:00 pm-9:51 am

1 stop22h 51m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

8:47 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop25h 42m

$238

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

4:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

6:20 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 00m

$244

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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 $336). Flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

The most flights from USPA to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 2h 55m. 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 $72. Users have also found prices from $89 and $100 on Southwest and American Airlines, 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, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - 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 Qatar Airways (88%), American Airlines (75%) or PSA Airlines (75%) 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 $330, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $271. 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 $336). Flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$158Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$204Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$251Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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