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$140+ Cheap flights from Tucson to Des Moines (TUS - 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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — DSM
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tucson to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tucson (TUS) 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 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$977
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Find flight deals from Tucson to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Tucson to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tucson to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/265:00 pmTUS - DSM
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/25:25 amDSM - TUS
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/261:42 pmTUS - DSM
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Mon 2/210:21 amDSM - TUS
2 stops13h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/5$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/201:25 pmTUS - DSM
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/245:30 amDSM - TUS
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/239:46 amTUS - DSM
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/265:21 amDSM - TUS
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Sat 1/179:50 amTUS - DSM
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/201:35 pmDSM - TUS
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/4$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 3/266:50 amTUS - DSM
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Mon 3/307:10 pmDSM - TUS
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$371

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Tucson 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 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tucson to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Tucson

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Mon 1/26

1:42 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

10:21 am-11:01 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$312

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Fri 1/23

9:46 am-5:33 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

5:21 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 39m

$353

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Sat 1/17

9:50 am-4:28 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

1:35 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$361

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Thu 3/26

6:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

7:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$371

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Mon 1/19

5:35 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 30m

$399

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Mon 1/19

2:38 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

10:21 am-11:01 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$404

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Fri 1/30

10:55 am-7:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

12:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$408

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Thu 3/26

6:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

8:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 35m

$409

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Mon 3/23

11:17 am-7:16 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$140

TucsonDes Moines

TUS - DSM

TUSDSM

Tucson

Sun 2/15

9:20 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops20h 12m

$142

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Compare providers for flights from Tucson 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 Tucson to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Tucson-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Tucson-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tucson-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tucson-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Tucson-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 Tucson to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to Des Moines (average of $113). Flying from Tucson to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $342). 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 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Tucson 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,084 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Tucson to Des Moines will take you 5h 38m. There are 1152 mi between Tucson 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 cheapest airlines flying from Tucson to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $199, United Airlines will fly you from Tucson to Des Moines and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $284. Users have found that United Airlines is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to Des Moines (average of $113). Flying from Tucson to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $342). 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 Tucson to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Tucson 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 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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