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$146+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Hartford (DSM - BDL)

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BDL
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Hartford

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Hartford
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Hartford. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 5/98:00 am
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop5h 18m
United Airlines
Mon 5/116:32 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18$391
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 5/95:35 am
DSM
-
BDL
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:20 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:06 am
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Mon 4/137:29 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:09 am
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 4/266:45 am
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/103:00 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop7h 06m
American Airlines
Mon 4/137:29 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:29 am
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop6h 48m
American Airlines
Wed 8/127:31 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/61:05 pm
DSM
-
BDL
2 stops9h 54m
United Airlines
Tue 8/1112:45 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$452
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2311:23 am
DSM
-
BDL
2 stops11h 36m
United Airlines
Tue 6/306:36 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/14$468
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:10 pm
DSM
-
BDL
2 stops12h 00m
Southwest
Mon 4/277:20 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/15$471
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1711:09 am
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop6h 20m
American Airlines
Tue 5/196:22 am
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$475

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Hartford

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Hartford (BDL). 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 March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$391
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$562
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Hartford 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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Hartford that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 8/11

12:45 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$452

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 4/23

7:10 pm-8:10 am

2 stops12h 00m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Mon 4/27

7:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$471

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Sun 5/17

11:09 am-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 5/19

7:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$475

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

1:32 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Wed 4/8

5:10 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$505

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

5:20 am-5:50 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 6/30

2:35 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$512
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

6:20 am-2:08 pm

2 stops6h 48m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 4/7

6:49 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$512

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

1:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Fri 5/8

6:32 pm-12:39 am

1 stop7h 07m

$527

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

6:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Wed 8/12

6:00 am-5:02 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$532
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

1:23 pm-11:09 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$146

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

11:23 am-5:42 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$176

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Hartford

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 Hartford in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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-Hartford flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Hartford flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Hartford flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Hartford 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-Hartford 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 Hartford

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Hartford (average of $96). Flying from Des Moines to Hartford in December is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 Hartford

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hartford. 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 Hartford. Reviews last updated March 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Hartford, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. 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
8,292 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
8,292 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,292 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,292 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,472 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,292 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 Hartford. 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 Hartford?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Hartford can take about 6h 20m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $475. The distance from Des Moines to Hartford is about 1078 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Hartford is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $253 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $256 and $312 round-trip. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Hartford one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $138. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Hartford for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Hartford (average of $96). Flying from Des Moines to Hartford in December is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Hartford

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Hartford. 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$312Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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