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$49+ Cheap flights from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — DSM
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines are usually found in April or November, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:30 am
PHX
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Sat 3/212:56 pm
DSM
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$110
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1611:17 am
PHX
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Wed 3/185:41 pm
DSM
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$117
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1611:17 am
PHX
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Sat 3/212:56 pm
DSM
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:30 am
PHX
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Mon 3/164:43 pm
DSM
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$153
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1311:17 am
PHX
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Mon 3/164:43 pm
DSM
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 2/256:51 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop22h 51m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop17h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$170
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1611:17 am
PHX
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Mon 3/234:43 pm
DSM
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Sat 3/77:50 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop10h 26m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop19h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 2/269:17 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop19h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Wed 2/256:51 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop22h 51m
Frontier
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop14h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$179

Find flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 February 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(Frontier)

One-way from

$49
(Super.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 February 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Sky Harbor Intl

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

10:55 pm-9:43 am

1 stop8h 48m

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

5:28 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$239

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 3/6

10:24 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop19h 52m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

11:00 am-11:54 am

2 stops26h 54m

$242

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

9:52 am-7:16 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

11:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$246

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/3

6:50 am-7:14 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

8:14 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$250

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

8:21 pm-11:53 am

2 stops16h 32m

$255

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/14

7:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 3/17

12:15 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$259

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/10

8:37 am-5:58 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

9:07 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops41h 48m

$280

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/25

9:08 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Des Moines

Tue 8/4

5:12 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$289

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/6

12:59 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 7/14

5:35 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$289

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 3/13

11:17 am-3:58 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Des Moines

Tue 3/17

10:40 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$289

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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 Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-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 Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Sky Harbor Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on February 18, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of $144). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 PHX to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 February 19, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

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 February 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
9,322 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,313 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
710 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
5.7
Fair
3,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl?

    For a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Delta and Frontier can get you from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines in just under 8h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 04m. There are 1147 mi between Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Des Moines. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($67), Frontier ($135), and Delta ($164) offers the cheapest pricing from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines. These flights start at 81% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $61. Frontier flights start at $84 while deals on American Airlines start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines on time: SkyWest Airlines (80%), American Airlines (72%), Alaska Airlines (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    While on average a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines is generally $322, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $76. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $239 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of $144). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 6 airlines flying from Sky Harbor Intl to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 February 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$67Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$135Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$222Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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