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$74+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Michigan

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DSM — DTW
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$74
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$557

Good round-trip deal

$286 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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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 July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/147:32 amDSM - GRR
1 stop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/216:05 amGRR - DSM
1 stop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/151:36 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/2210:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/163:45 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 8/205:40 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/166:10 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 8/207:00 amORD - DSM
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/65:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/97:00 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 8/177:15 pmDSM - ORD
2 stops23h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/248:12 pmORD - DSM
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 8/136:00 amDSM - MDW
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Mon 8/189:15 amMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/2$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 8/176:00 amDSM - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Sun 8/246:10 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/3$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/186:50 pmDSM - GRR
1 stop4h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/216:39 pmGRR - DSM
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 10/18:25 amDSM - DTW
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Tue 10/77:25 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/315:00 amDSM - DTW
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/15:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 7/246:50 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/289:29 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$251

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Michigan that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Michigan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesGrand Rapids

DSM - GRR

DSMGRR

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

7:32 am-11:41 am

1 stop3h 09m

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Thu 8/21

6:05 am-8:37 am

1 stop3h 32m

$178

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

1:36 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

10:00 am-8:41 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$183

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Sat 8/16

3:45 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

5:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sat 8/16

6:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

7:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$189

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

5:00 am-6:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/9

7:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$190

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

7:15 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops23h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

8:12 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$193

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/18

9:15 am-2:09 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$209

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

6:10 am-10:18 am

1 stop4h 08m

$209

Des MoinesGrand Rapids

DSM - GRR

DSMGRR

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

6:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Thu 8/21

6:39 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$237

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

8:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

7:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$242

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from Des Moines to Michigan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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 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.

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

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $89 and $98, 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 - Chicago Midway and Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • 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: Virgin Atlantic (93%), Korean Air (93%), Delta (89%).

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

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Michigan is generally $362, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $177 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from Des Moines to Michigan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$153Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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