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$67+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Maryland

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DSM — BWI
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Maryland

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Maryland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Maryland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:15 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Wed 12/314:49 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/16$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 amDSM - BWI
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Wed 1/286:00 amBWI - DSM
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/16$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/173:18 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/206:56 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/2512:53 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/288:10 pmDCA - DSM
Nonstop3h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/255:30 amDSM - BWI
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2810:05 amBWI - DSM
2 stops11h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/233:55 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:10 amPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:15 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Fri 12/2611:33 amPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/17$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/318:00 amDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/610:10 amPHL - DSM
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/206:46 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/223:20 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop9h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/259:00 amDSM - BWI
2 stops11h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:15 amBWI - DSM
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/2411:35 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/278:27 amPHL - DSM
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/313:14 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:10 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$399

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Maryland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Maryland flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$216
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$67
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$377
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From Des Moines to Maryland
One-way flight from Des Moines to Maryland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Des Moines

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Maryland

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

8:00 am-12:51 am

2 stops39h 51m

Philadelphia

Thu 1/8

12:23 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$220

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-8:41 am

1 stop16h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/3

8:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

$241

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

4:30 pm-11:19 am

2 stops41h 49m

Philadelphia

Sun 2/8

8:45 am-10:19 am

1 stop26h 34m

$242

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

3:00 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/28

10:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$245

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

1:03 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

$245

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

3:04 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

5:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$249

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

4:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

3:07 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$253

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

6:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

12:15 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$254

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

1:02 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

$268

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

11:09 am-10:31 am

2 stops22h 22m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/4

8:08 pm-10:46 pm

3 stops27h 38m

$290

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Maryland

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Maryland (average of $232). Flying from Des Moines to Maryland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $412). 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 MD?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Maryland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Maryland is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 62% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Maryland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Maryland. 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 Maryland. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Maryland to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Maryland?

    If you book a flight to Maryland from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Maryland can take about 6h 37m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $245. Airlines will cover a distance of 969 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Maryland?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Maryland (average of $232). Flying from Des Moines to Maryland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $412). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Maryland

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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