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$84+ Cheap flights from Washington 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — DSM
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Mi 8/27
Mi 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 22, 2025.

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$136
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$84
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$464
From Washington to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Washington to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 22, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 8/315:07 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
So 9/77:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/20$108
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 8/315:07 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Do 9/47:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/20$114
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Do 10/99:38 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Do 10/167:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/20$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 9/259:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
So 9/287:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/21$141
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 9/189:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
Do 9/257:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/19$162
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 11/812:58 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop22h 49mFrontier
Fr 11/142:32 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop23h 41mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$175
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 9/247:15 amPDX - DSM
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
So 9/287:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Do 9/49:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mo 9/83:30 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop21h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$195
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 9/256:05 amPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
So 9/287:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Do 9/259:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mo 9/293:30 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop21h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
So 9/289:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mo 9/293:30 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop21h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$208
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 9/116:12 amSEA - DSM
1 stop5h 28mFrontier
Fr 9/122:25 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop12h 05mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$210

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 August 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to Des Moines that are best for you.

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PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 10/9

9:38 am-2:53 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Des Moines

Do 10/16

7:00 am-8:48 am

Nonstop3h 48m

$136

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 9/25

9:28 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

So 9/28

7:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$141

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 9/18

9:28 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Do 9/25

7:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$162

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Mi 9/24

7:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Des Moines

So 9/28

7:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$194

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 9/4

9:28 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Mo 9/8

3:30 pm-11:11 am

1 stop21h 41m

$195

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 9/25

6:05 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

So 9/28

7:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$199

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 9/25

9:28 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Mo 9/29

3:30 pm-11:11 am

1 stop21h 41m

$200

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

So 9/28

9:28 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Mo 9/29

3:30 pm-11:11 am

1 stop21h 41m

$208

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 9/18

9:28 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Do 9/25

2:25 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 47m

$214

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Do 10/23

9:38 am-2:53 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Des Moines

Mo 10/27

3:40 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop29h 56m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from Washington to Des Moines

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from State of Washington to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 WA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 22, 2025.

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

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

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Washington. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from State of Washington to Des Moines?

    Departing from State of Washington to Des Moines will take you 3h 15m. The distance between State of Washington and Des Moines is about 1466 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Des Moines one-way?

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $108 and $136, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from State of Washington to Des Moines consider Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Des Moines, Portland - Des Moines or Spokane - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from State of Washington to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 August 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$115Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$433Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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