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$271+ Cheap flights from Syracuse to Des Moines (SYR - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYR — DSM
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Syracuse to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Syracuse to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Syracuse to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/75:50 am
SYR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
Tue 3/175:47 pm
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop4h 22m
Delta
Deal found 1/29$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 3/73:25 pm
SYR
-
DSM
2 stops9h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 3/172:00 pm
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 2/215:24 pm
SYR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 15m
American Airlines
Thu 2/265:00 am
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop5h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$279
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.
Wed 2/116:29 pm
SYR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 39m
American Airlines
Sun 2/155:00 am
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop5h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$309
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.
Fri 4/245:12 pm
SYR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 41m
American Airlines
Sun 4/266:00 am
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 5/157:20 pm
SYR
-
DSM
1 stop17h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 5/191:38 pm
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$359

Find flight deals from Syracuse to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Syracuse (SYR) 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 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
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Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$394
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Syracuse 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Syracuse to Des Moines that are best for you.

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SyracuseDes Moines

SYR - DSM

SYRDSM

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Sat 3/7

5:50 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Tue 3/17

5:47 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$271

SyracuseDes Moines

SYR - DSM

SYRDSM

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Sat 3/7

3:25 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 3/17

2:00 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$276

SyracuseDes Moines

SYR - DSM

SYRDSM

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Sat 2/21

5:24 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 2/26

5:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

$279

SyracuseDes Moines

SYR - DSM

SYRDSM

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Wed 2/11

6:29 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

5:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$309

SyracuseDes Moines

SYR - DSM

SYRDSM

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Fri 4/24

5:12 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop4h 06m

$357

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Deals found on 1/27

Compare providers for flights from Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 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 Syracuse-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Syracuse-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Syracuse-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Syracuse-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 Syracuse-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Syracuse to Des Moines (average of $190). Flying from Syracuse to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Syracuse 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
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
8,128 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
11,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Syracuse to Des Moines in 5h 19m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Syracuse and Des Moines is about 901 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $206, American Airlines will fly you from Syracuse to Des Moines and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $273, respectively. You may be able to fly from Syracuse to Des Moines for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Des Moines?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Syracuse to Des Moines (average of $190). Flying from Syracuse to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 3 airlines flying from Syracuse to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Syracuse 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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