Des Moines

$154+ Cheap flights from Pensacola to Des Moines (PNS - DSM)

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PNS — DSM
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheap flight deals from Pensacola to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pensacola (PNS) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$154
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$329
From Pensacola to Des Moines
One-way flight from Pensacola to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 35% potential increase in price ($298 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 17% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Pensacola to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pensacola to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/74:39 pmPNS - DSM
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amDSM - PNS
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/216:00 amPNS - DSM
2 stops12h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/49:39 amDSM - PNS
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/215:59 pmPNS - DSM
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Sun 8/244:09 pmDSM - PNS
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/30$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/303:49 pmPNS - DSM
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/66:02 amDSM - PNS
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$337

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Pensacola

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PensacolaDes Moines

PNS - DSM

PNSDSM

Pensacola

Tue 10/7

4:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$259

PensacolaDes Moines

PNS - DSM

PNSDSM

Pensacola

Mon 7/21

6:00 am-6:06 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

9:39 am-6:29 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$263

PensacolaDes Moines

PNS - DSM

PNSDSM

Pensacola

Thu 8/21

5:59 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

4:09 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$281

PensacolaDes Moines

PNS - DSM

PNSDSM

Pensacola

Wed 7/30

3:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

6:02 am-2:11 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$337

PensacolaDes Moines

PNS - DSM

PNSDSM

Pensacola

Thu 8/7

6:36 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$154

PensacolaDes Moines

PNS - DSM

PNSDSM

Pensacola

Fri 8/8

4:37 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$184

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Deals found on 6/30

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pensacola to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Pensacola to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 PNS to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Pensacola 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 July 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Pensacola to Des Moines at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Pensacola to Des Moines to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $237, Delta will fly you from Pensacola to Des Moines and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $242 and $337, respectively. Delta is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pensacola to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Pensacola to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 2 airlines flying from Pensacola to Des Moines

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$246Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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