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$153+ 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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — DSM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 December 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:00 amPIT - DSM
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2311:09 amDSM - PIT
2 stops21h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/119:30 amPIT - DSM
1 stop24h 11mAllegiant Air
Thu 12/187:10 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop17h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/10$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:00 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Fri 1/235:16 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/10$472
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/193:55 pmPIT - DSM
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Fri 1/238:35 amDSM - PIT
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$482
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1110:53 amPIT - DSM
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/187:10 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$504
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/268:45 amPIT - DSM
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/308:00 amDSM - PIT
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$517
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/153:40 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop8h 32mAllegiant Air
Thu 12/187:10 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop17h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/10$519

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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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$601
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines that are best for you.

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PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 2/19

5:56 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

6:49 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$311

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 1/8

3:25 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

7:43 am-2:41 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$314

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 12/19

8:00 am-9:13 pm

1 stop14h 13m

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

11:09 am-9:40 am

2 stops21h 31m

$322

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

5:15 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$325

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/2

7:19 am-2:27 pm

2 stops8h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

6:49 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$330

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 2/19

5:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops6h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

6:10 am-6:30 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$335

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Mon 1/5

8:32 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

11:42 am-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$341

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/2

2:36 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-1:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$346

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sun 2/15

12:45 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:45 pm-10:50 am

1 stop14h 05m

$358

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sun 2/15

5:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops6h 20m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

5:10 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

$372

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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 Pittsburgh to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Pittsburgh-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 PIT to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 12, 2025.
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
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

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 $311, United Airlines can have you in Des Moines from Pittsburgh in 4h 55m. 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 $256 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines for 58% 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $425). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$204Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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