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$98+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Maryland

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BWI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$205
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$98
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$327
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:00 amDSM - BWI
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/65:35 amBWI - DSM
1 stop8h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:07 amDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1410:06 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/87:01 amDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Mon 5/126:00 amPHL - DSM
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 7/166:00 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/216:35 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$255
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:30 amDSM - PHL
2 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/124:00 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop8h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/15:35 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Sat 7/56:35 amBWI - DSM
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:00 amDSM - BWI
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/106:15 amBWI - DSM
2 stops10h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/75:30 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Wed 6/116:00 amBWI - DSM
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/29$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:45 amDSM - PHL
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 11/1111:40 amPHL - DSM
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:25 amDSM - DCA
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Tue 7/296:55 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 7/129:54 amDSM - BWI
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/185:32 pmBWI - DSM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$324
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Fri 6/68:38 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop24h 21mFrontier
Thu 6/126:00 pmDCA - DSM
1 stop26h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$341

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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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Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-7:31 am

1 stop24h 31m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/6

5:35 am-12:46 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$205

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

2:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

$237

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

6:25 am-2:09 pm

2 stops6h 44m

Philadelphia

Sun 6/29

7:56 am-2:44 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$242

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Philadelphia

Mon 7/21

6:35 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$255

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

6:32 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops26h 02m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/13

1:25 pm-5:18 pm

2 stops28h 53m

$269

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Tue 7/1

5:35 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/5

6:35 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$271

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-4:13 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$276

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

5:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$284

Des MoinesWashington, D.C.

DSM - DCA

DSMDCA

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

7:25 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/29

6:55 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$313

Des MoinesBaltimore

DSM - BWI

DSMBWI

Des Moines

Sat 7/12

5:26 pm-12:37 am

1 stop6h 11m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 7/18

6:00 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

$324

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Maryland (average of $241). Flying from Des Moines to Maryland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Maryland as you normally would.

Rainfall in Maryland by month

Plan your trip to Maryland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maryland ranges from 2.9 - 4.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Maryland when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Maryland by month

Plan your trip to Maryland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Maryland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Maryland, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $119 and $130 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Maryland are Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Des Moines - Baltimore/Washington.

  • 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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  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Maryland (average of $241). Flying from Des Moines to Maryland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Maryland. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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