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$81+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Michigan

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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DTW
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Michigan

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

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.
Tue 12/306:52 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/21:29 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$219
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 12/318:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/24:31 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$235
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/298:10 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$249
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.
Wed 12/311:25 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/159:40 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$263
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:29 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Mon 12/296:35 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/15$269
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.
Wed 12/313:26 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/21:29 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$278
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.
Tue 12/236:46 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2712:59 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:35 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/172:50 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$289
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.
Wed 12/175:01 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/117:35 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$290
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.
Wed 12/248:47 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/251:29 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$308
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:17 amDSM - MDW
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Sat 1/105:00 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/15$309
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.
Fri 12/192:59 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Sat 1/106:15 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/16$309

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Southwest)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$557

Good round-trip deal

$376 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Michigan 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Michigan that are best for you.

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Michigan

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Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

3:15 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/8

10:00 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

7:45 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

8:04 am-9:39 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

8:00 am-9:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

9:09 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

6:19 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

11:40 am-1:04 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

6:48 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

1:09 pm-2:33 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

6:37 am-8:20 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

11:42 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

6:48 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

8:20 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

6:55 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

9:15 am-10:53 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:46 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/6

1:09 pm-2:33 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$204

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

6:24 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/24

5:00 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan (average of $147). Flying from Des Moines to Michigan in November is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 MI?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Michigan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 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 Michigan as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. 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 Michigan. Reviews last updated December 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Michigan to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 Michigan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Michigan.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Michigan in 1h 20m. Fly via Southwest, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Des Moines and Michigan are separated by a distance of 305 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    $97 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $118 and $123, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Michigan are Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Des Moines - Chicago Midway.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Michigan?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Des Moines to Michigan on time: Korean Air (80%), WestJet (75%), KLM (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Michigan?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Michigan is generally $385, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $122. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan (average of $147). Flying from Des Moines to Michigan in November is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 Michigan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Michigan. 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$153Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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