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$264+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Gainesville (DSM - GNV)

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 3/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — GNV
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Gainesville

Best flights from Des Moines to Gainesville
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Gainesville that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1412:28 pmDSM - GNV
2 stops9h 08mDelta
Sat 2/216:00 amGNV - DSM
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/30$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Sat 2/143:58 pmDSM - GNV
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/216:24 amGNV - DSM
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 1/137:40 amDSM - GNV
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/176:35 amGNV - DSM
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Mon 3/307:00 amDSM - GNV
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/37:17 amGNV - DSM
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$527

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Gainesville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Gainesville (GNV). 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 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$383
(Delta)

One-way from

$264
(American Airlines)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Gainesville that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Gainesville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

12:28 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops9h 08m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$383

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

3:58 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/21

6:24 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$386

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

7:40 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Gainesville Regional

Sat 1/17

6:35 am-4:24 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$440

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

7:00 am-2:43 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Gainesville Regional

Fri 4/3

7:17 am-2:56 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$527

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Mon 3/30

3:26 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$264

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Deals found on 12/30

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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 Gainesville 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-Gainesville flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Gainesville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Gainesville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Gainesville 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-Gainesville 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 Gainesville

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Gainesville (average of $42). Flying from Des Moines to Gainesville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Gainesville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gainesville. 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 Gainesville. Reviews last updated December 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Des Moines to Gainesville to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Gainesville. 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 Gainesville?

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Gainesville in about 6h 02m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 06m. The distance from Des Moines to Gainesville is about 1036 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Gainesville round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Gainesville, with prices starting at $253.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Gainesville (average of $42). Flying from Des Moines to Gainesville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 Gainesville

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Gainesville. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$336Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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