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$126+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (PIT - 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — DSM
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 6/56:35 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop17h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/74:01 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop6h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 5/121:00 pm
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Sat 5/166:41 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 5/116:00 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop7h 24m
Delta
Tue 5/195:28 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop5h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/66:30 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop4h 16m
Delta
Mon 4/135:45 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop4h 11m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 6/266:07 pm
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop29h 45m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/26:00 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop15h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/7$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 5/105:30 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Wed 5/206:41 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 5/116:25 pm
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Fri 5/155:28 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop5h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 5/266:11 pm
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 5/306:00 am
DSM
-
PIT
2 stops7h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/68:45 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop6h 39m
United Airlines
Sun 5/105:00 am
DSM
-
PIT
2 stops8h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 6/267:00 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop4h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 6/295:00 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 5/612:50 pm
PIT
-
DSM
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Sun 5/105:20 am
DSM
-
PIT
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:12 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop6h 18m
American Airlines
Sun 4/1211:09 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop6h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$367

Find flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$264
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$585
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($67 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 5/6

8:45 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

5:00 am-2:02 pm

2 stops8h 02m

$355

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sat 7/25

7:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

5:10 am-12:30 pm

2 stops6h 20m

$372

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 8/21

6:10 am-12:19 pm

2 stops7h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 8/23

8:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$372

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 6/26

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

Des Moines

Thu 7/2

5:00 am-2:03 pm

2 stops8h 03m

$372

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 6/26

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

5:00 am-2:03 pm

2 stops8h 03m

$372
Quickest round-trip

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 6/18

6:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 6/22

5:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$377

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 6/26

6:05 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

6:30 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 54m

$387

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 6/26

8:10 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

5:10 am-12:30 pm

2 stops6h 20m

$392

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 5/14

7:05 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 32m

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

6:15 am-2:02 pm

2 stops6h 47m

$397

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 4/10

5:45 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

5:20 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 40m

$399

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Compare providers for flights from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Des Moines in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Pittsburgh-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Pittsburgh-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Pittsburgh-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-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 Pittsburgh-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 Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (average of $173). Flying from Pittsburgh to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $430). 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.

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 March 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,414 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $317, Delta can have you in Des Moines from Pittsburgh in 5h 22m. The distance between Pittsburgh and Des Moines is about 702 mi. 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 Pittsburgh to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Pittsburgh to Des Moines is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $173 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $256 and $275 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Pittsburgh to Des Moines for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (average of $173). Flying from Pittsburgh to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $430). 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 3 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$173Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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