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$171+ Cheap flights from Rochester to Des Moines (ROC - 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ROC — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Rochester to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/176:50 pm
ROC
-
DSM
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Sat 3/214:35 pm
DSM
-
ROC
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 3/177:00 am
ROC
-
DSM
2 stops7h 18m
American Airlines
Sat 3/2110:04 am
DSM
-
ROC
1 stop6h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/26:00 am
ROC
-
DSM
1 stop4h 46m
Delta
Sun 4/56:15 am
DSM
-
ROC
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/167:05 pm
ROC
-
DSM
1 stop5h 35m
American Airlines
Fri 2/205:00 am
DSM
-
ROC
1 stop5h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$518
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/105:23 pm
ROC
-
DSM
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Sat 2/148:00 am
DSM
-
ROC
1 stop4h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 2/164:00 pm
ROC
-
DSM
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Fri 2/205:10 am
DSM
-
ROC
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/24$557
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/265:07 pm
ROC
-
DSM
1 stop6h 04m
American Airlines
Tue 1/275:01 pm
DSM
-
ROC
1 stop5h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$627

Find flight deals from Rochester to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$364
(Southwest)

One-way from

$171
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Rochester

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 3/17

6:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

4:35 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$364

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-1:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

10:04 am-5:50 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$369

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 4/2

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

6:15 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 05m

$387

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 2/16

7:05 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

5:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

$518

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 2/10

5:23 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$537

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 2/16

4:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

5:10 am-1:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$557

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 4/2

6:20 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

8:04 am-5:24 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$691

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 3/12

5:53 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$171

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 3/12

7:00 am-1:18 pm

2 stops7h 18m

$177

RochesterDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 3/12

10:23 am-7:16 pm

3 stops33h 53m

$268

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Deals found on 1/26

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rochester to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to Des Moines?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Des Moines (average of $119). Flying from Rochester to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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.

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 January 26, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Rochester to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $364, Southwest can have you in Des Moines from Rochester in 4h 15m. The distance from Rochester to Des Moines is about 822 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Delta, at $236, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester to Des Moines. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester to Des Moines?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to Des Moines (average of $119). Flying from Rochester to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Rochester to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$236Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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