$171+ Cheap flights from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - DSM)
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PDX — DSM
Sep 30 — Oct 71
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 31, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 31, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/612:20 pm -
1 stop23h 14m
Sun 9/1311:29 am -
1 stop26h 14m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/412:35 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Sat 9/127:00 am -
1 stop7h 37m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/201:03 pm -
2 stops8h 45m
Tue 10/271:27 pm -
1 stop6h 42m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:40 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Tue 11/37:00 am -
2 stops10h 35m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 11/2212:45 am -
1 stop7h 34m
Fri 11/274:00 pm -
1 stop8h 03m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/206:50 am -
2 stops11h 50m
Tue 10/277:05 am -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/201:03 pm -
2 stops8h 45m
Fri 10/305:12 pm -
1 stop6h 01m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/2511:30 pm -
1 stop9h 01m
Fri 10/25:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/206:50 am -
2 stops11h 50m
Fri 10/302:00 pm -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/105:30 am -
2 stops8h 49m
Thu 9/175:45 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/2511:30 pm -
1 stop10h 00m
Fri 10/24:30 pm -
2 stops10h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/264:07 pm -
1 stop5h 41m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$401
Best flights from Portland to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Portland to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Portland to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/216:40 am -
2 stops12h 00m
Sat 10/316:20 am -
2 stops7h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/2511:30 pm -
1 stop9h 01m
Fri 10/25:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/412:25 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Thu 10/87:51 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 8/31![Delta logo]()
$421
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:00 am -
2 stops12h 35m
Tue 10/277:05 am -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 8/26![Southwest logo]()
$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/261:13 pm -
2 stops8h 35m
Sun 9/275:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/206:50 am -
2 stops11h 50m
Fri 10/302:00 pm -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/46:00 am -
1 stop6h 06m
Thu 10/87:51 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 8/31![Delta logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 10/14:07 pm -
1 stop5h 41m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/45:30 am -
1 stop6h 05m
Wed 10/76:35 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 12/264:28 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Fri 1/15:12 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/112:10 pm -
2 stops8h 00m
Sat 10/31:20 pm -
2 stops10h 05m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$449
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Thu 11/1911:40 am -
2 stops8h 20m
Sun 11/225:25 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$454
Last-minute flights from Portland to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Portland to Des Moines. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Portland to Des Moines. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/512:45 pm -
1 stop5h 41m
Fri 9/111:35 pm -
1 stop6h 14m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/612:20 pm -
1 stop23h 14m
Sun 9/1311:29 am -
1 stop26h 14m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sun 9/68:15 am -
1 stop7h 13m
Fri 9/111:23 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/105:30 am -
2 stops8h 49m
Thu 9/175:45 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1611:08 pm -
1 stop7h 31m
Sun 9/205:39 pm -
1 stop7h 33m
Deal found 8/26![American Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/238:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Wed 9/308:03 am -
1 stop11h 49m
Deal found 8/30![American Airlines logo]()
$421
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/248:00 am -
2 stops11h 20m
Thu 10/12:00 pm -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/2511:30 pm -
1 stop9h 01m
Fri 10/25:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/2511:30 pm -
1 stop10h 00m
Fri 10/24:30 pm -
2 stops10h 50m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/264:07 pm -
1 stop5h 41m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$401
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/269:00 am -
2 stops9h 50m
Sat 10/32:30 pm -
2 stops8h 10m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$431
One-way flights from Portland to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Portland to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Portland to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/112:24 pm -
1 stop20h 33m
Deal found 8/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/1711:08 pm -
1 stop7h 31m
Deal found 8/27![American Airlines logo]()
$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 11/512:31 pm -
1 stop31h 04m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/1712:38 pm -
2 stops29h 10m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/26:30 am -
1 stop9h 56m
Deal found 8/27![American Airlines logo]()
$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/212:38 pm -
2 stops24h 48m
Deal found 8/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 11/1912:31 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 8/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/266:50 am -
2 stops10h 40m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$216
Find flight deals from Portland to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 August 31, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $355 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $171 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $366 |
Good one-way deal | $247 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 August 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Des Moines that are best for you.
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PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Wed 10/21
6:40 am-8:40 pm
2 stops12h 00m
Des Moines
Sat 10/31
6:20 am-12:10 pm
2 stops7h 50m
$371
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 10/20
6:00 am-8:35 pm
2 stops12h 35m
Des Moines
Tue 10/27
7:05 am-3:05 pm
2 stops10h 00m
$371
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Fri 9/25
11:30 pm-10:31 am
1 stop9h 01m
Des Moines
Fri 10/2
5:45 am-9:36 am
1 stop5h 51m
$385
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 10/20
6:50 am-8:40 pm
2 stops11h 50m
Des Moines
Fri 10/30
2:00 pm-9:15 pm
2 stops9h 15m
$386
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Sat 9/26
1:13 pm-11:48 pm
2 stops8h 35m
Des Moines
Sun 9/27
5:45 am-9:36 am
1 stop5h 51m
$411
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Sun 10/4
12:25 am-10:17 am
1 stop7h 52m
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
7:51 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop5h 53m
$421
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Sun 10/4
6:00 am-2:06 pm
1 stop6h 06m
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
7:51 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop5h 53m
$439
Quickest round-trip
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Thu 10/1
4:07 pm-11:48 pm
1 stop5h 41m
Des Moines
Sun 10/4
5:45 am-9:36 am
1 stop5h 51m
$439
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Sun 10/4
5:30 am-1:35 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Des Moines
Wed 10/7
6:35 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop5h 40m
$439
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Thu 10/1
12:10 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Des Moines
Sat 10/3
1:20 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops10h 05m
$449
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Compare providers for flights from Portland 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 Portland to Des Moines in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-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 Portland to Des Moines
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Des Moines
How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Des Moines?
The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 4 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to Des Moines?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Des Moines (average of $261). Flying from Portland to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $729). 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 Portland to Des Moines?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Portland to Des Moines flights typically cost between $180 and $474 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $355 on American Airlines (Sep 23-Sep 30).
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 August 31, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Portland 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$92 | Average$258 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$238 | Average$422 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$251 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$504 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$346 | Average$482 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |