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$125+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Memphis (DSM - MEM)

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Memphis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Memphis (MEM). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$246
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$400
From Des Moines to Memphis
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Memphis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Memphis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/262:58 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/277:30 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/185:29 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/232:13 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/268:25 amDSM - MEM
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/273:30 pmMEM - DSM
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/79:30 amDSM - MEM
1 stop21h 46mAllegiant Air
Thu 7/108:48 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop11h 52mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/276:30 amDSM - MEM
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/17:45 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/145:40 amDSM - MEM
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Sat 6/145:55 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/10$695

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Memphis 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 June 12, 2025.
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DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

2:58 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Memphis

Wed 8/27

7:30 am-12:23 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$246

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

5:29 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Memphis

Sat 8/23

2:13 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$251

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

8:25 am-5:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Memphis

Wed 8/27

3:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$261

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

9:30 am-7:16 am

1 stop21h 46m

Memphis

Thu 7/10

8:48 pm-8:40 am

1 stop11h 52m

$272

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Fri 6/27

6:30 am-5:31 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Memphis

Tue 7/1

7:45 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 50m

$283

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

7:09 am-1:58 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$125

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

7:30 am-1:46 pm

2 stops30h 16m

$142

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

7:00 am-7:30 am

1 stop24h 30m

$154

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

1:45 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$259

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Memphis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Memphis from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Des Moines to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 MEM?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Memphis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Memphis in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Memphis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Memphis ranges from 3.2 - 5.5 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Memphis when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Memphis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Memphis, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Memphis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Memphis. 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 Memphis. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Memphis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Memphis is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $246 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $251 and $261 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Memphis for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Memphis are American Airlines ($125), Allegiant Air ($154), and Southwest ($199).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Des Moines to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Memphis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Memphis. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$207Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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