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$141+ 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
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 January 26, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/76:30 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop4h 47m
Delta
Mon 3/95:20 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop5h 57m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 4/812:30 pm
PIT
-
DSM
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Sat 4/115:35 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/24$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 4/156:50 am
PIT
-
DSM
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Sat 4/185:35 am
DSM
-
PIT
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/24$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/184:45 pm
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop5h 34m
American Airlines
Fri 2/207:44 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop14h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 2/147:00 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop4h 53m
United Airlines
Wed 2/187:52 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop6h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/23$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 7/166:00 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop5h 14m
Delta
Sun 7/196:20 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop3h 51m
Delta
Deal found 1/23$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 6/186:00 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop5h 14m
Delta
Mon 6/225:25 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop4h 13m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 8/810:01 am
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop6h 16m
American Airlines
Sun 8/167:29 am
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop6h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 6/156:05 pm
PIT
-
DSM
1 stop6h 54m
American Airlines
Fri 6/192:27 pm
DSM
-
PIT
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$416

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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$321
(Delta)

One-way from

$141
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$371
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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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Price

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 4/15

7:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

8:04 am-1:05 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$321

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 4/15

6:50 am-2:05 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

5:35 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 30m

$326

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 4/8

12:30 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

5:35 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 30m

$326

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/18

4:45 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:44 pm-11:08 am

1 stop14h 24m

$333

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

7:52 am-3:45 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$367

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/18

4:42 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

3:24 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 51m

$417

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Tue 2/24

5:45 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops45h 33m

$141

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 47m

$149

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

$149

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-2:18 pm

2 stops33h 18m

$152

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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 January.
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

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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 January 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American 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
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
9,199 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 $321, United Airlines can have you in Des Moines from Pittsburgh in 4h 44m. 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 $236 and $275 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines for 55% 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$173Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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