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$86+ 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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Des Moines are usually found in September or April, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$171
(Delta)

One-way from

$86
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$492

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 8/96:00 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Tue 8/1210:18 amDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/9$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/187:30 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Sat 9/206:10 amDSM - PHL
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$205
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/219:47 amPHL - DSM
1 stop9h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:15 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop19h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 6/206:15 amPHL - DSM
2 stops9h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/236:45 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/210:35 amPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/86:01 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$245

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines that are best for you.

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PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Sat 8/9

6:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

10:18 am-4:19 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$171

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 9/18

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:10 am-1:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$205

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 8/21

9:47 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

7:15 pm-4:03 pm

1 stop19h 48m

$211

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 7/3

12:19 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

6:24 am-2:08 pm

2 stops6h 44m

$242

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 7/2

10:35 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

6:01 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 34m

$245

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$86

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Mon 9/22

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$102

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Mon 9/22

6:19 am-7:56 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$123

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 8/6

8:15 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$131

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 7/4

7:05 am-5:16 pm

2 stops35h 11m

$144

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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.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 63 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 $336). Flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Des Moines at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Philadelphia to Des Moines have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Des Moines?

    Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Des Moines from 5 different airlines. 2h 50m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Delta, at $171, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Delta is priced at 56% 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 $86 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $102 and Frontier from $123 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $464, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $294. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Des Moines), is priced around $171.

  • 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 $336). Flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 Philadelphia to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$133Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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