Des Moines

$97+ Cheap flights from Utah 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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — DSM
Aug 7 — Aug 141
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Cheap flight deals from Utah to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Utah to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$188
(Frontier)

One-way from

$97
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$336
From Utah to Des Moines
One-way flight from Utah to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Utah to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Utah to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Mon 10/66:45 amSLC - DSM
1 stop5h 55mFrontier
Wed 10/83:30 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:29 amSLC - DSM
1 stop12h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/152:22 pmDSM - SLC
2 stops19h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/31:48 pmSLC - DSM
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Mon 9/296:30 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 7/31$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/289:45 amSLC - DSM
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/45:10 amDSM - SLC
2 stops12h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 8/245:25 amSLC - DSM
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/33:25 pmDSM - SLC
2 stops8h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$292

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Utah to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Utah

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Mon 10/6

6:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

3:30 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$188

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 9/11

9:29 am-10:41 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:22 pm-8:34 am

2 stops19h 12m

$214

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Wed 9/3

1:48 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

10:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$237

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 8/28

9:45 am-6:40 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 9/4

5:10 am-4:58 pm

2 stops12h 48m

$242

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 8/24

5:25 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 18m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

3:25 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops8h 17m

$292

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sat 8/30

9:59 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$97

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sat 8/30

8:42 am-11:17 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$124

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 8/31

3:02 pm-8:42 pm

3 stops28h 40m

$257

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Deals found on 8/1

Best time to book a flight from Utah to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Utah to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Utah 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 UT to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Utah 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 August 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Utah to Des Moines as you normally would.

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 August 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Utah to Des Moines, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Utah.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Utah to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Utah 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Utah to Des Moines

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$140Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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