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$99+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DSM - DTW)

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DTW
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$99
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$300 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
From Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 12/58:00 amDSM - DTW
1 stop23h 11mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/119:30 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 12/58:00 amDSM - DTW
1 stop23h 11mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/812:20 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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. 12/31:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/119:30 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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. 12/31:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/812:20 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$222
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mié. 10/152:37 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 22mFrontier
mié. 10/226:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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. 12/31:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/79:30 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
mar. 10/146:20 amDSM - DTW
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
mar. 10/217:25 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$234
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/252:25 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
lun. 9/296:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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. 12/42:56 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/79:30 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mar. 12/26:15 amDSM - DTW
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
mar. 12/96:45 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$244
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 10/76:20 amDSM - DTW
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
mar. 10/1412:45 pmDTW - DSM
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$250

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Detroit 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Detroit

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Depart

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Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mar. 10/14

6:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop3h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/22

7:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$234

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mar. 12/2

4:15 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 12/9

6:45 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$234

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

jue. 9/25

2:25 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 9/29

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$238

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mar. 10/7

6:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop3h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/14

7:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$239

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

vie. 10/24

8:30 am-8:13 am

1 stop22h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 10/26

4:50 pm-8:34 am

1 stop16h 44m

$268

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

jue. 9/25

6:30 am-8:34 pm

2 stops13h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 9/29

9:12 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$308

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

vie. 12/5

8:00 am-8:11 am

1 stop23h 11m

$102

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

vie. 12/12

8:00 am-8:11 am

1 stop23h 11m

$102

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

dom. 11/9

9:03 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop22h 31m

$106

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

vie. 11/7

8:40 am-8:19 am

1 stop22h 39m

$118

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 DSM to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Des Moines to Detroit?

    Booking a flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is your only option if you wish to fly from Des Moines to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 10 flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, all of which are around 1h 44m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Southwest and Frontier can get you from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in just under 3h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 532 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $329, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 29% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Consider Korean Air (92%), Delta (81%) or Endeavor Airlines (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $128. On average you can expect to pay $454. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $234.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit 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 Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Detroit. 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 11, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$329Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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