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$78+ Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN to Des Moines (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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — DSM
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Saint Paul to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Saint Paul to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$259
From Saint Paul to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:45 amMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Mon 10/62:25 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:49 pmMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Mon 10/202:40 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 9/18$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:15 amMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Tue 11/116:15 amDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1512:45 pmMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Sat 10/1811:06 amDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 09mDelta
Deal found 9/17$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Fri 10/177:55 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Fri 10/246:15 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/18$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Sun 11/162:32 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Fri 10/179:49 pmMSP - DSM
2 stops40h 03mFrontier
Fri 10/242:37 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/74:25 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 10/84:45 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 11/210:15 amMSP - DSM
1 stop27h 32mFrontier
Sun 11/92:32 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop18h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$278

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines that are best for you.

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MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/2

6:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

2:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$186

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/2

9:14 am-10:26 am

Nonstop1h 12m

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:50 am-8:14 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/17

4:05 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

5:32 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/14

7:45 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

2:45 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/16

9:14 am-10:26 am

Nonstop1h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 10/23

11:06 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/18

7:49 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

2:40 pm-3:52 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/10

5:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

6:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/15

12:45 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

11:06 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$229

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/17

7:10 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

6:07 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$249

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 10/24

7:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 55m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Saint Paul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Saint Paul to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SA1 to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

When flying from Saint Paul to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Saint Paul to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

The most flights from SA1 to DSM are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 September 19, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Saint Paul?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines. 1 airline have flights to Des Moines from Saint Paul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 13 inbound flights from Saint Paul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines?

    Airlines like Frontier and Delta fly from Saint Paul to Des Moines in about 1h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 43m. There are 232 mi between Saint Paul and Des Moines. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Saint Paul to Des Moines?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (97%), KLM (90%) or Korean Air (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Saint Paul to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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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