HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Fresno

$179+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Fresno (DSM - FAT)

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FAT
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to Fresno with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Fresno

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Fresno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Fresno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:21 amDSM - FAT
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amFAT - DSM
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$694
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:00 amDSM - FAT
1 stop16h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:15 amFAT - DSM
2 stops10h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$747
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:46 pmDSM - FAT
1 stop29h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:58 pmFAT - DSM
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$762
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:21 amDSM - FAT
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2911:55 pmFAT - DSM
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$774
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/275:40 amDSM - FAT
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Mon 12/2910:55 amFAT - DSM
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$912
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:14 pmDSM - FAT
1 stop9h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2611:53 pmFAT - DSM
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,172
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/181:18 pmDSM - FAT
2 stops11h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/264:24 pmFAT - DSM
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,221

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Fresno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Fresno (FAT). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$358
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$586
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Fresno Airterminal flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Des Moines-Fresno Airterminal flights.
Search Deals
From Des Moines to Fresno Airterminal
Search Deals
One-way flight from Des Moines to Fresno Airterminal
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Fresno 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Fresno that are best for you.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Fresno

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sun 1/25

11:35 am-5:37 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/1

1:07 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$429

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

3:15 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 5/7

6:02 am-8:32 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$432

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

4:20 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 5/7

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$437

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

7:50 am-5:46 pm

2 stops11h 56m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 1/31

12:45 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$442

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

1:35 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/28

5:10 am-12:52 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$444

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

4:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$179

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sun 1/25

4:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$214

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

7:50 am-9:51 pm

3 stops16h 01m

$229

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sun 1/25

8:00 am-9:51 pm

3 stops15h 51m

$264

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

5:21 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$419

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/9

Showing 1-10 of 11 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Fresno

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Fresno in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Fresno flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Fresno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Fresno flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Fresno flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Fresno flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Fresno

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fresno from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fresno (average of $295). Flying from Des Moines to Fresno in December is currently the most expensive (average of $586). 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 FAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Fresno. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Des Moines to Fresno by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fresno

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fresno. 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 Fresno. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Fresno by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Fresno?

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Des Moines to Fresno in just under 8h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 23m. There are 1428 mi between Des Moines and Fresno. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Fresno round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $294, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Fresno.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Fresno 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 Fresno?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fresno (average of $295). Flying from Des Moines to Fresno in December is currently the most expensive (average of $586). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Fresno?

Book flights to Fresno if you plan to visit one of these locations
Madera
Kingsburg
Oakhurst
Clovis

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to Fresno

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Omaha to Las Vegas flights
Des Moines to Las Vegas flights
Cedar Rapids to Las Vegas flights
Des Moines to Los Angeles flights
Omaha to Los Angeles flights
Omaha to San Francisco flights
Omaha to San Diego flights
Cedar Rapids to San Diego flights
Des Moines to San Francisco flights
Des Moines to San Diego flights
Des Moines to Ontario flights
Omaha to Reno flights
Cedar Rapids to San Francisco flights
Cedar Rapids to Palm Springs flights
Des Moines to Palm Springs flights
Cedar Rapids to Los Angeles flights
Omaha to Ontario flights
Moline to Las Vegas flights
Moline to Los Angeles flights
Omaha to Palm Springs flights
Cedar Rapids to Ontario flights
Cedar Rapids to San Jose flights
Des Moines to Sacramento flights
Des Moines to Reno flights
Des Moines to San Jose flights
Des Moines to Santa Ana flights
Moline to San Diego flights
Cedar Rapids to Reno flights
Cedar Rapids to Santa Ana flights
Moline to Palm Springs flights
Moline to San Jose flights
Omaha to Santa Ana flights
Moline to San Francisco flights
Des Moines to Burbank flights
Moline to Santa Ana flights
Omaha to Oakland flights
Moline to Ontario flights
Omaha to Monterey flights
Omaha to San Jose flights
Cedar Rapids to Sacramento flights
Des Moines to Santa Barbara flights
Moline to Sacramento flights
Omaha to Burbank flights
Omaha to Long Beach flights
Cedar Rapids to Burbank flights
Cedar Rapids to Oakland flights
Omaha to Santa Barbara flights
Moline to Reno flights
Sioux City to Las Vegas flights
Cedar Rapids to Fresno flights

Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Fresno

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Fresno. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.