$178+ Cheap flights from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - 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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — DSM
Sep 19 — Sep 261
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 20, 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 20, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/511:02 pm -
1 stop9h 24m
Sun 9/65:21 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/111:00 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Tue 9/155:45 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/1112:38 pm -
2 stops42h 11m
Thu 9/1711:29 am -
1 stop26h 14m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/151:03 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Tue 9/221:35 pm -
1 stop6h 34m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Sat 9/1212:10 pm -
2 stops11h 15m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 12/102:34 pm -
1 stop6h 31m
Thu 12/175:30 am -
1 stop9h 26m
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/235:15 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Fri 11/277:12 am -
1 stop7h 18m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/112:34 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Fri 11/131:27 pm -
2 stops9h 35m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$375
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/296:35 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Tue 10/63:00 pm -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$376
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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
Sun 10/411:29 am -
1 stop26h 14m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/85:00 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Fri 9/1111:33 am -
2 stops8h 46m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/158:00 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Tue 9/227:15 am -
2 stops8h 50m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$385
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 20, 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 20, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/118:40 am -
1 stop5h 39m
Sat 9/195:21 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/296:35 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Tue 10/63:00 pm -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 11/54:25 pm -
1 stop5h 17m
Mon 11/95:12 pm -
2 stops9h 32m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/158:00 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Tue 9/227:15 am -
2 stops8h 50m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/204:07 pm -
1 stop5h 41m
Sat 10/241:27 pm -
2 stops9h 33m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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
Mon 9/285:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 11/117:30 am -
2 stops11h 15m
Sun 11/156:40 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/151:03 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Tue 9/221:35 pm -
1 stop6h 34m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/235:00 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$406
Last-minute flights from Portland to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Portland to Des Moines. Data last updated August 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Portland to Des Moines. Data last updated August 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/511:02 pm -
1 stop9h 24m
Sun 9/65:21 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/510:50 am -
1 stop7h 36m
Mon 9/76:00 am -
1 stop7h 28m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sat 9/512:20 pm -
2 stops22h 48m
Mon 9/72:19 pm -
1 stop28h 52m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/85:00 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Fri 9/1111:33 am -
2 stops8h 46m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Sat 9/1212:10 pm -
2 stops11h 15m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/111:00 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Tue 9/155:45 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/1112:38 pm -
2 stops42h 11m
Thu 9/1711:29 am -
1 stop26h 14m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/151:03 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Tue 9/221:35 pm -
1 stop6h 34m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/158:00 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Tue 9/227:15 am -
2 stops8h 50m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/186:30 am -
1 stop9h 56m
Mon 9/214:14 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Deal found 8/19![American Airlines logo]()
$370
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/2412:38 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Sun 9/279:56 pm -
1 stop15h 58m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/296:35 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Tue 10/63:00 pm -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$376
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 20, 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 20, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/156:00 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 10/1111:49 am -
1 stop29h 41m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/151:03 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$183
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/1612:45 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 8/19![United Airlines logo]()
$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/78:45 pm -
2 stops12h 25m
Deal found 8/20![Southwest logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/1612:25 pm -
3 stops48h 17m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 8/265:56 pm -
2 stops25h 04m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/1111:30 pm -
1 stop9h 01m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$274
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 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $350 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $178 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $365 |
Good round-trip deal | $418 or less |
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 20, 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
Fri 9/11
8:40 am-4:19 pm
1 stop5h 39m
Des Moines
Sat 9/19
5:21 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop5h 44m
$355
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Thu 11/5
4:25 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop5h 17m
Des Moines
Mon 11/9
5:12 pm-12:44 am
2 stops9h 32m
$360
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 10/20
4:07 pm-11:48 pm
1 stop5h 41m
Des Moines
Sat 10/24
1:27 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops9h 33m
$360
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Sat 9/26
1:13 pm-11:48 pm
2 stops8h 35m
Des Moines
Mon 9/28
5:45 am-9:36 am
1 stop5h 51m
$360
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 9/15
1:03 pm-11:33 pm
2 stops8h 30m
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
1:35 pm-6:09 pm
1 stop6h 34m
$360
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 9/29
6:35 am-5:45 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Des Moines
Tue 10/6
3:00 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops9h 10m
$376
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 9/15
8:00 am-9:05 pm
2 stops11h 05m
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
7:15 am-2:05 pm
2 stops8h 50m
$395
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Wed 9/23
5:00 am-12:32 pm
1 stop5h 32m
Des Moines
Sun 10/4
5:45 am-9:36 am
1 stop5h 51m
$406
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Wed 11/11
7:30 am-8:45 pm
2 stops11h 15m
Des Moines
Sun 11/15
6:40 am-3:00 pm
2 stops10h 20m
$422
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
PortlandDes Moines
PDX Portland - DSM Des Moines
PDXDSM
Portland
Wed 10/7
5:20 am-3:11 pm
1 stop7h 51m
$178
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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 18 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 $308). 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 $210 and $466 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $350 on United Airlines (Sep 5-Sep 6).
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 20, 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLibby,Jun 2026
TUS - LAS
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