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$169+ 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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BDL
Feb 18 — Feb 251
Wed 2/18
Wed 2/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 January 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$337
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$169
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$551
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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 January 19, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/143:24 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 2/214:43 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/123:20 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop5h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 5/196:00 am
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/103:35 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop4h 54m
United Airlines
Sat 2/144:43 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/297:15 am
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop28h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/192:27 pm
BDL
-
DSM
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 8/63:41 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Wed 8/125:20 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/243:15 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop5h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 5/302:48 pm
BDL
-
DSM
2 stops9h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/141:29 pm
DSM
-
BDL
1 stop9h 20m
United Airlines
Wed 2/184:43 pm
BDL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$417

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Hartford that are best for you.

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Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

3:24 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 2/21

4:43 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$337

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

3:35 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Sat 2/14

4:43 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$368

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

7:15 am-1:11 pm

1 stop28h 56m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Thu 2/19

2:27 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops28h 52m

$387

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Wed 2/18

4:43 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$417

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

3:24 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Hartford Bradley Intl

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$428

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$169

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

4:30 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops49h 36m

$211

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

4:25 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$244

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:24 am-12:07 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$244

Des MoinesHartford

DSM - BDL

DSMBDL

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

6:07 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 31m

$244

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Deals found on 1/17

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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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.

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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 January 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Hartford, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American 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
8,075 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,075 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,075 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,176 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,075 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7.2
Good
11,160 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,075 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 4h 42m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $337. The distance from Des Moines to Hartford is about 1078 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Hartford is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $296 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $298 and $312 round-trip. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 January 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$312Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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