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$151+ 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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FAT
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Tue 6/16
Tue 6/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop17h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/162:06 pm
FAT
-
DSM
2 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 9/109:56 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop12h 03m
Allegiant Air
Mon 9/1410:49 am
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop7h 52m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/12$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/59:56 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/162:06 pm
FAT
-
DSM
2 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop17h 58m
Allegiant Air
Tue 6/162:06 pm
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop20h 49m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/14$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/59:56 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop17h 20m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/113:31 pm
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop27h 35m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Wed 6/31:45 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop26h 56m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/113:31 pm
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop27h 35m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/59:56 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop17h 20m
Allegiant Air
Tue 6/162:06 pm
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop20h 49m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/59:56 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/146:50 pm
FAT
-
DSM
2 stops16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 9/1010:00 am
DSM
-
FAT
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1410:49 am
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop7h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Wed 6/31:45 pm
DSM
-
FAT
1 stop26h 56m
Allegiant Air
Tue 6/162:06 pm
FAT
-
DSM
1 stop20h 49m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$372

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 May 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$292
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$402
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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 May 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Fresno that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Thu 9/10

9:56 pm-7:59 am

1 stop12h 03m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 9/14

10:49 am-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$323

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

9:17 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop17h 58m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 6/16

2:06 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$342

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Thu 9/10

10:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 9/14

10:49 am-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$371

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

7:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 9/1

9:40 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$387

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

6:25 am-12:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 7/7

6:25 am-6:20 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$397
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

7:20 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 10m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 8/29

12:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$409

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

3:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 8/22

12:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$409

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

2:39 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 8/22

12:53 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 22m

$414

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Sat 6/27

12:15 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 7/4

12:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$414

Des MoinesFresno

DSM - FAT

DSMFAT

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

4:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops9h 25m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 7/6

10:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$419

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Deals found on 5/13

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Fresno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.

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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 May 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,730 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,654 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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?

    Allegiant Air and Southwest can get you from Des Moines to Fresno in just under 6h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 18m. 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 $296, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Fresno.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Southwest. Users have found that American Airlines is 31% 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.

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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 May 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$353Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$382Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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