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$92+ 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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — DSM
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$168
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$92
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$441
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 septiembre 17, 2025.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/29:38 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
dom. 10/57:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 9/259:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
dom. 9/287:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$162
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
dom. 9/289:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
jue. 10/27:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/17$168
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
jue. 10/99:38 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
dom. 10/127:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 10/88:43 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop15h 09mFrontier
lun. 10/132:39 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop23h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 10/29:38 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/62:25 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop23h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 9/286:05 amPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mFrontier
lun. 9/292:25 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop11h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$179
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
jue. 10/239:38 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
dom. 10/267:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$186
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 9/219:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
jue. 9/257:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
mar. 10/71:02 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop22h 50mFrontier
lun. 10/132:39 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop23h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$195
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
vie. 10/36:05 amPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mFrontier
lun. 10/132:39 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop23h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$198
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
jue. 10/169:38 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
jue. 10/237:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$199

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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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to Des Moines that are best for you.

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SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mar. 10/14

1:02 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Des Moines

lun. 10/20

2:39 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$245

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

vie. 12/5

12:32 am-10:21 am

1 stop7h 49m

Des Moines

mié. 12/10

4:59 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$261

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mié. 10/29

12:58 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop22h 49m

Des Moines

vie. 11/7

2:32 pm-8:18 am

2 stops19h 46m

$266

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

dom. 10/12

9:38 am-2:53 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Des Moines

vie. 10/17

2:37 pm-11:48 am

1 stop23h 11m

$285

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

lun. 10/13

9:52 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Des Moines

jue. 10/16

7:00 am-8:48 am

Nonstop3h 48m

$290

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

mar. 10/21

6:20 am-1:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

jue. 10/23

11:06 am-5:27 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$291

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

vie. 10/10

10:07 pm-3:36 pm

1 stop15h 29m

Des Moines

lun. 10/13

2:39 pm-11:48 am

1 stop23h 09m

$291

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

jue. 10/30

1:18 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop22h 29m

Des Moines

vie. 11/7

2:32 pm-8:18 am

2 stops19h 46m

$309

PascoDes Moines

PSC - DSM

PSCDSM

Pasco Tri Cities

mié. 10/8

7:06 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops16h 46m

Des Moines

mié. 10/15

7:30 am-6:16 pm

1 stop12h 46m

$309

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

vie. 10/3

6:05 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

lun. 10/6

2:25 pm-11:48 am

1 stop23h 23m

$316

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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 $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 WA to DSM?

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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 7h 49m. 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?

    $92 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Allegiant Air, with prices starting from $120 and $122, 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 $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 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 septiembre 17, 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$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$450Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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