Cheap flights from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - DSM) from $77

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PDX — DSM
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Portland to Des Moines are usually found in April or September, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Portland (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM)

All the information you need to plan the best PDX to DSM flight in 2023: compare Portland to Des Moines flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Des Moines.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$347

One-way from

$193
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 57% potential price drop
From Portland to Des Moines
One-way flight from Portland to Des Moines

PDX - DSM

Price

$347 - $524

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

DSM

Rainfall

1 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland to Des Moines?

Flights from Portland to Des Moines are found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Des Moines.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to Des Moines?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 28 days in advance to save up to 35% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 28 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Portland to Des Moines 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $483, or $614 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Des Moines?

April can be a great time to fly to Des Moines from Portland with a flight ticket averaging about $420. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of April for as cheap as $95. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - DSM)?

When flying from Portland to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 50% versus a flight in the evening.

Cheap Allegiant Air flights from Portland to Des Moines

Consider these cheap Allegiant Air flights we've found departing from Portland to Des Moines. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria

Cheap Frontier flights from Portland to Des Moines

Some of the best deals we've found on Frontier flights traveling from Portland to Des Moines. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.

Cheap Portland to Des Moines flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for PDX to DSM flights for September, October
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Portland to Des Moines 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Des Moines from Portland found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Des Moines from Portland

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Portland to Des Moines flights leaving soon

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One-way flights to Des Moines from Portland

The cheapest one-way flights from Portland to Des Moines
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Thu 10/19

Nonstop3h 25m

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Sun 10/22

Nonstop3h 39m

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Thu 10/19

Nonstop3h 25m

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Thu 10/26

Nonstop3h 39m

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Wed 10/11

1 stop17h 59m

Des Moines

Thu 10/19

1 stop13h 41m

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Thu 10/12

Nonstop3h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 10/22

Nonstop3h 39m

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Portland

Thu 10/19

1 stop23h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 10/24

1 stop14h 27m

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Portland

Wed 11/15

1 stop25h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 11/19

1 stop6h 04m

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Portland

Thu 10/19

1 stop23h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 10/24

2 stops13h 24m

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Tue 11/14

1 stop8h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 11/20

1 stop6h 00m

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PDX - DSM

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Portland

Mon 11/13

1 stop8h 39m

Des Moines

Sat 11/18

1 stop8h 07m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Allegiant Air, Frontier and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Portland to Des Moines flights.

Can I find flights from Portland to Des Moines for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland to Des Moines for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Allegiant Air for just $136, but on average you can expect to pay $215.

Are there nonstop flights from Portland to Des Moines for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from Portland to Des Moines under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Portland to Des Moines is less than $318.

Are there last-minute flights available from Portland to Des Moines for under $200?

There are currently 16+ open flights from Portland to Des Moines within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland to Des Moines round-trip?

According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($136), and Frontier ($165) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland to Des Moines. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Des Moines one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $77 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $86 and United Airlines from $194 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland to Des Moines?

What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Des Moines?

On average you can expect to pay $167 for a flight from Portland to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $85 while the most popular route, (Portland - Des Moines) is currently priced at $160.

What does PDX to DSM mean?

This is defined as Portland Airport (PDX) and Des Moines Airport (DSM). Codes like Des Moines Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

Top 6 airlines flying from Portland to Des Moines

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Portland to Des Moines choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$91Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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FrontierCheapest$168Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$329Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$441Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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