$155+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (PIT - DSM)
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PIT — DSM
Oct 10 — Oct 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Des MoinesExplore 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 September 10, 2026.
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 September 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/236:00 pm -
1 stop4h 23m
Mon 10/266:45 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/97:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Fri 10/163:11 pm -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/237:45 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Mon 10/265:10 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Mon 10/56:55 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/95:50 am -
2 stops6h 20m
Fri 10/164:30 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$408
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/251:25 pm -
1 stop9h 43m
Sun 9/271:58 pm -
2 stops29h 01m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 12/301:04 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Sun 1/33:26 pm -
1 stop4h 33m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$444
Best flights from Pittsburgh to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
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1 stop4h 31m
Fri 10/163:11 pm -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/237:45 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Mon 10/265:10 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/17:46 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Mon 10/56:55 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$389
Last-minute flights from Pittsburgh to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/251:25 pm -
1 stop9h 43m
Sun 9/271:58 pm -
2 stops29h 01m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/17:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Mon 10/56:55 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/97:00 am -
1 stop4h 31m
Fri 10/163:11 pm -
1 stop4h 25m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/95:50 am -
2 stops6h 20m
Fri 10/164:30 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/236:00 pm -
1 stop4h 23m
Mon 10/266:45 pm -
1 stop4h 14m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/237:45 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Mon 10/265:10 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$360
One-way flights from Pittsburgh to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/18:47 pm -
1 stop4h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$155
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/301:34 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/251:25 pm -
1 stop9h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/16:30 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$200
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sun 10/45:16 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sun 10/46:45 am -
2 stops7h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Tue 10/276:27 pm -
3 stops45h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/162:42 pm -
2 stops30h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/263:20 pm -
1 stop6h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$239
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 September 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $332 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $155 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $386 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
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PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Thu 10/1
8:47 pm-12:04 am
1 stop4h 17m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$155
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Tue 10/27
5:59 pm-9:43 pm
1 stop4h 44m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$189
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Tue 10/27
4:40 pm-10:00 pm
2 stops6h 20m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$194
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Thu 10/1
6:30 am-2:15 pm
2 stops8h 45m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$200
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Sun 10/4
6:45 am-1:35 pm
2 stops7h 50m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$214
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Tue 10/27
6:27 pm-2:42 pm
3 stops45h 15m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$225
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Wed 9/16
2:42 pm-7:57 pm
2 stops30h 15m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$233
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Sat 9/26
3:20 pm-8:50 pm
1 stop6h 30m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$239
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Fri 10/9
7:00 am-10:31 am
1 stop4h 31m
Des Moines
Fri 10/16
3:11 pm-8:36 pm
1 stop4h 25m
$355
PittsburghDes Moines
PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines
PITDSM
Pittsburgh
Fri 10/23
7:45 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop4h 30m
Des Moines
Mon 10/26
5:10 am-12:55 pm
2 stops6h 45m
$360
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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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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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (average of $296). Flying from Pittsburgh to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $666). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Pittsburgh to Des Moines flights typically cost between $367 and $572 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $332 on United Airlines (Oct 23-Oct 26).
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 September 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySteven,Sep 2026
OGG - HNL
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Discover the top 4 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$256 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$281 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$441 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$457 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |