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$139+ Cheap flights from Reno to Des Moines (RNO - 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — DSM
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Reno to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Reno to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Thu 4/28:38 pm
RNO
-
DSM
1 stop22h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/57:30 am
DSM
-
RNO
1 stop11h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 5/59:16 am
RNO
-
DSM
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Wed 5/61:35 pm
DSM
-
RNO
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/147:10 pm
RNO
-
DSM
2 stops11h 16m
American Airlines
Mon 5/185:19 am
DSM
-
RNO
1 stop6h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7$430
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 7/1511:00 am
RNO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Tue 7/216:25 am
DSM
-
RNO
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 5/65:30 am
RNO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 5/95:17 pm
DSM
-
RNO
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$454

Find flight deals from Reno to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$139
(Kiwi.com)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to Des Moines that are best for you.

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RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Tue 5/5

9:16 am-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

1:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$417

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Wed 7/15

6:20 am-3:05 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 7/21

7:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$427

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Thu 5/14

7:10 pm-8:26 am

2 stops11h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 5/18

5:19 am-9:20 am

1 stop6h 01m

$430

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-12:54 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

5:17 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$454
Cheapest one-way

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Sun 5/31

8:52 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$212

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Fri 7/24

10:50 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 24m

$224

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Mon 7/20

10:50 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 24m

$224

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Mon 6/8

10:50 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops13h 17m

$229

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Sun 6/7

8:52 pm-4:47 pm

3 stops41h 55m

$238

RenoDes Moines

RNO - DSM

RNODSM

Reno

Sun 7/19

8:47 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$255

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Compare providers for flights from Reno 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 Reno to Des Moines in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Reno-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Reno-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Reno-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Reno-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 Reno-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 Reno to Des Moines

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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 March 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Reno to Des Moines, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reno 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 Reno to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Reno to Des Moines in 4h 59m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Reno and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 1373 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Reno to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $316, United Airlines will fly you from Reno to Des Moines and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reno to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reno to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reno to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reno to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reno to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reno 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.

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Top airline flying from Reno to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Reno 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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