How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

For as low as $271, Frontier can have you in Des Moines from Philadelphia in 4h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 969 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

Frontier, at $131, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Frontier is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $102 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $118 and United Airlines from $133 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Des Moines on time: PSA Airlines (75%), American Airlines (58%), Qatar Airways (53%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the most popular airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Philadelphia-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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.

$81+ Flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Home Search by date Vacation packages Hotels Flight deals Car rental Travel tips & news

Find cheap flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Des Moines are usually found in October or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

jue. 12/258:27 amPHL - DSM

1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines

lun. 12/296:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$280

mié. 12/171:15 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines

jue. 12/183:00 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$301

mié. 12/173:05 pmPHL - DSM

2 stops7h 32mUnited Airlines

vie. 12/196:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$306

mié. 12/316:05 amPHL - DSM

1 stop6h 23mDelta

dom. 1/45:21 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 56mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$309

vie. 12/125:30 amPHL - DSM

1 stop6h 08mDelta

dom. 12/146:33 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop5h 18mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$315

lun. 12/1510:15 amPHL - DSM

2 stops11h 33mUnited Airlines

lun. 12/226:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$320

vie. 12/196:18 amPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 03mDelta

jue. 12/256:15 amDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 49mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$337

lun. 12/223:20 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop9h 38mUnited Airlines

vie. 1/26:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$343

sáb. 12/206:56 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines

jue. 12/256:40 amDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$344

mié. 12/3110:39 amPHL - DSM

2 stops10h 51mUnited Airlines

dom. 1/46:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$346

Best flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

vie. 3/610:00 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop15h 20mFrontier

lun. 3/97:58 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop8h 33mFrontier

Deal found 12/9

$209

lun. 1/195:30 amPHL - DSM

2 stops14h 53mMultiple Airlines

jue. 1/222:58 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop7h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$257

lun. 1/2610:10 amPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines

mié. 1/283:35 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$268

mié. 1/286:00 amPHL - DSM

1 stop4h 41mDelta

vie. 1/305:49 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$271

lun. 1/261:50 pmPHL - DSM

2 stops8h 20mSouthwest

mié. 1/288:35 amDSM - PHL

2 stops10h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/10

$278

vie. 3/68:35 amPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines

lun. 3/92:02 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$297

mar. 1/610:10 amPHL - DSM

2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines

vie. 1/98:10 amDSM - PHL

1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$276

lun. 1/195:17 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop4h 37mDelta

jue. 1/226:24 amDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 19mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$291

mié. 1/2810:10 amPHL - DSM

2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines

vie. 1/303:35 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$276

jue. 3/510:30 amPHL - DSM

1 stop6h 57mDelta

lun. 3/94:25 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop6h 34mDelta

Deal found 12/9

$297

jue. 12/258:27 amPHL - DSM

1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines

lun. 12/296:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$280

mar. 1/66:15 amPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 04mDelta

vie. 1/96:24 amDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 29mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$302

Last-minute flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines
Discover last-minute flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025 and is based on user searches.

mié. 12/171:15 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines

jue. 12/183:00 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$301

jue. 12/258:27 amPHL - DSM

1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines

lun. 12/296:46 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$280

mar. 1/610:10 amPHL - DSM

2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines

vie. 1/98:10 amDSM - PHL

1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$276

mar. 1/66:15 amPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 04mDelta

vie. 1/96:24 amDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 29mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$302

lun. 1/195:30 amPHL - DSM

2 stops14h 53mMultiple Airlines

jue. 1/222:58 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop7h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$257

lun. 1/195:17 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop4h 37mDelta

jue. 1/226:24 amDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 19mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$291

lun. 1/2611:36 amPHL - DSM

1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines

mié. 1/286:14 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$263

lun. 1/2610:10 amPHL - DSM

1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines

mié. 1/283:35 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$268

lun. 1/261:50 pmPHL - DSM

2 stops8h 20mSouthwest

mié. 1/288:35 amDSM - PHL

2 stops10h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/10

$278

mié. 1/286:00 amPHL - DSM

1 stop4h 41mDelta

vie. 1/305:49 pmDSM - PHL

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$271

One-way flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines
Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

lun. 1/121:05 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop7h 17mFrontier

Deal found 12/11

$81

lun. 3/910:38 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop12h 07mFrontier

Deal found 12/11

$87

mié. 1/78:54 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop26h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$94

jue. 1/812:23 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop11h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$97

mié. 3/1110:38 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop12h 07mFrontier

Deal found 12/9

$108

mié. 2/117:59 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop28h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$114

vie. 1/912:51 pmPHL - DSM

1 stop7h 31mFrontier

Deal found 12/11

$116

mar. 2/105:40 amPHL - DSM

1 stop6h 01mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$123

mar. 2/34:21 pmPHL - DSM

2 stops54h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$125

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$209 (Booking.com)
One-way from	$81 (Frontier)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$346

Provider with most accurate pricing for Philadelphia-Des Moines flight deals.

Search Deals

Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Philadelphia-Des Moines flights.

Search Deals

From Philadelphia to Des Moines

Search Deals

One-way flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

vie. 3/6

10:00 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Des Moines

lun. 3/9

7:58 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 33m

$209

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

lun. 1/19

5:30 am-7:23 pm

2 stops14h 53m

Des Moines

jue. 1/22

2:58 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$257

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

lun. 1/26

10:10 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Des Moines

mié. 1/28

3:35 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$268

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

mié. 1/28

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

vie. 1/30

5:49 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$271

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

mar. 1/6

10:10 am-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Des Moines

vie. 1/9

8:10 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$276

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

mié. 1/28

10:10 am-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Des Moines

vie. 1/30

3:35 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$276

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

lun. 1/26

1:50 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Des Moines

mié. 1/28

8:35 am-8:20 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$278

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

jue. 12/25

8:27 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Des Moines

lun. 12/29

6:46 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 59m

$280

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

lun. 1/19

5:17 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Des Moines

jue. 1/22

6:24 am-11:43 am

1 stop4h 19m

$291

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

vie. 3/6

8:35 am-1:17 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

lun. 3/9

2:02 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$297

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/11

Showing 1-10 of 20 results

Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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 Philadelphia-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.

Estimated round-trip price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines (average of $83). Flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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 PHL to DSM?

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Des Moines in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Philadelphia to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Delta

7.9

Good

8,008 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,095 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,050 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Frontier

5.8

Fair

3,084 reviews

Southwest

7.9

Good

4,253 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines?
For as low as $271, Frontier can have you in Des Moines from Philadelphia in 4h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 969 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines round-trip?
Frontier, at $131, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Frontier is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Des Moines one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $102 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $118 and United Airlines from $133 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Des Moines?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Des Moines on time: PSA Airlines (75%), American Airlines (58%), Qatar Airways (53%).
Can I find deals for flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Philadelphia to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Des Moines?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines (average of $83). Flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $256). 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.

See more FAQs

Altoona

Johnston

Boone

Ames

Clive

West Des Moines

Ankeny

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Alternative routes for Philadelphia to Des Moines

LaGuardia to Omaha flights

John F Kennedy Intl to Omaha flights

LaGuardia to Des Moines flights

Newark to Omaha flights

John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines flights

Dulles Intl to Omaha flights

Newark to Des Moines flights

Reagan-National to Omaha flights

Reagan-National to Des Moines flights

Dulles Intl to Des Moines flights

Dulles Intl to Cedar Rapids flights

Newark to Cedar Rapids flights

Newark to Moline flights

Reagan-National to Cedar Rapids flights

John F Kennedy Intl to Cedar Rapids flights

LaGuardia to Cedar Rapids flights

Philadelphia to Omaha flights

John F Kennedy Intl to Moline flights

Dulles Intl to Moline flights

LaGuardia to Moline flights

Pittsburgh to Omaha flights

State College to Cedar Rapids flights

Allentown to Des Moines flights

Pittsburgh to Des Moines flights

Reagan-National to Moline flights

Philadelphia to Cedar Rapids flights

Pittsburgh to Cedar Rapids flights

Harrisburg to Omaha flights

Scranton to Omaha flights

John F Kennedy Intl to La Crosse flights

Newark to La Crosse flights

Philadelphia to Moline flights

Harrisburg to Des Moines flights

LaGuardia to La Crosse flights

Scranton to Des Moines flights

State College to Moline flights

Newark to Sioux City flights

Allentown to Omaha flights

Reagan-National to Sioux City flights

Pittsburgh to Moline flights

Dulles Intl to Sioux City flights

LaGuardia to Sioux City flights

Allentown to Cedar Rapids flights

State College to Omaha flights

Reagan-National to La Crosse flights

Dulles Intl to La Crosse flights

Dulles Intl to Waterloo flights

Harrisburg to Cedar Rapids flights

State College to Des Moines flights

Other flights to Des Moines

Top 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$208	Average$337	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$236	Average$324	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Frontier	Cheapest$238	Average$297	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$251	Average$369	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$259	Average$359	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

$81+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines (PHL - 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Find cheap flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

2. Select your favorite providers

3. Compare prices and book

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Des Moines are usually found in October or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Most accurate provider

Most trusted provider

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines that are best for you.

Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Des Moines in December.

Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Philadelphia to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

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

How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

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

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

Traveling to a place near Des Moines?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Philadelphia to Des Moines

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.