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$71+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$204
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$71
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$461
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:50 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/83:33 pmDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$204
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:02 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/103:29 pmDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/306:00 amSEA - DSM
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Mon 5/57:20 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:30 amPSC - DSM
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Tue 8/262:53 pmDSM - PSC
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 5/1$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/112:20 amSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/811:25 amDSM - SEA
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:05 amPDX - DSM
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/275:30 amDSM - PDX
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/231:10 amSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/3111:53 amDSM - SEA
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/2411:10 pmGEG - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Mon 6/305:52 pmDSM - GEG
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/29$327
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:35 amPDX - DSM
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Mon 5/268:20 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop5h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1711:00 pmSEA - DSM
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Tue 9/236:30 amDSM - SEA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 7/211:53 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Mon 7/75:23 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/29$344
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/116:00 amSEA - DSM
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/167:20 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop7h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$378

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 5/29

5:50 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

3:33 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$204

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 8/7

6:02 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 8/10

3:29 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$213

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/11

12:21 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop28h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

7:20 pm-12:44 am

1 stop7h 24m

$248

PascoDes Moines

PSC - DSM

PSCDSM

Pasco Tri Cities

Thu 8/21

6:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

2:53 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$269

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/1

12:20 am-10:32 am

1 stop8h 12m

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

11:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$299

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Tue 5/20

5:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

5:30 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 20m

$299

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/23

1:10 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

11:53 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$317

SpokaneDes Moines

GEG - DSM

GEGDSM

Spokane

Tue 6/24

11:10 pm-10:39 am

1 stop9h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 6/30

5:52 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$327

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Fri 5/23

6:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

8:20 pm-12:17 am

1 stop5h 57m

$330

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 7/2

11:53 pm-10:19 am

1 stop8h 26m

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

5:23 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$344

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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 $422). 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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington to Des Moines have to say. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington 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 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.

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

    $71 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 $105 and $150, 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 $422). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$115Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$167Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$311Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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