$125+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee (DSM - MKE)
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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MKE
Oct 3 — Oct 101
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 3, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/306:10 am -
1 stop4h 55m
Thu 10/15:30 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/15:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sat 10/172:50 pm -
2 stops6h 00m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Mon 9/285:40 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 10/58:15 am -
2 stops15h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/164:30 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Fri 10/235:00 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Tue 10/610:57 am -
1 stop5h 34m
Thu 10/86:30 am -
1 stop3h 41m
Deal found 9/2![Delta logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/85:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 10/132:30 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/15:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 10/45:10 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/145:35 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Wed 10/212:30 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$309
Best flights from Des Moines to MilwaukeeDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/143:11 pm -
1 stop3h 59m
Wed 10/217:18 am -
1 stop5h 16m
Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/306:10 am -
2 stops13h 50m
Thu 10/15:30 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/286:55 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Mon 10/57:18 am -
1 stop5h 16m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/15:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 10/45:10 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Fri 10/234:30 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Sun 10/255:10 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/179:55 am -
1 stop3h 37m
Wed 11/1812:03 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/145:35 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Wed 10/212:30 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Fri 9/255:40 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Sun 9/275:45 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$328
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to MilwaukeeDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Data last updated September 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Data last updated September 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Mon 9/285:40 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 10/58:15 am -
2 stops15h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/306:10 am -
1 stop4h 55m
Thu 10/15:30 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/15:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sat 10/172:50 pm -
2 stops6h 00m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/15:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 10/45:10 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Tue 10/610:57 am -
1 stop5h 34m
Thu 10/86:30 am -
1 stop3h 41m
Deal found 9/2![Delta logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/85:10 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 10/132:30 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/145:35 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Wed 10/212:30 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/164:30 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Fri 10/235:00 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$281
One-way flights from Des Moines to MilwaukeeSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Milwaukee. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Sat 10/1711:27 am -
1 stop3h 44m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$125
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:50 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$136
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Fri 9/185:40 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$150
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sun 9/275:59 pm -
1 stop3h 10m
Deal found 9/2![Delta logo]()
$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/202:48 pm -
1 stop4h 38m
Deal found 9/1![Delta logo]()
$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Fri 9/1811:32 am -
1 stop5h 58m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Sun 9/1310:35 am -
1 stop3h 41m
Deal found 9/1![American Airlines logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/133:50 pm -
2 stops6h 05m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:04 pm -
3 stops42h 18m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sun 9/273:50 pm -
2 stops6h 05m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$353
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Milwaukee (MKE). 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 September 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $249 (Delta) |
One-way from | $125 (United Airlines) |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
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Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Wed 10/14
3:11 pm-7:10 pm
1 stop3h 59m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Wed 10/21
7:18 am-12:34 pm
1 stop5h 16m
$249
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Mon 9/28
6:55 pm-10:59 pm
1 stop4h 04m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Mon 10/5
7:18 am-12:34 pm
1 stop5h 16m
$249
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Wed 9/30
6:10 am-8:00 pm
2 stops13h 50m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Thu 10/1
5:30 am-1:20 pm
1 stop7h 50m
$260
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Thu 10/1
5:10 am-10:45 am
1 stop5h 35m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Sun 10/4
5:10 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$308
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Fri 10/23
4:30 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Sun 10/25
5:10 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$308
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Wed 10/14
5:35 am-3:55 pm
2 stops10h 20m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Wed 10/21
2:30 pm-10:00 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$313
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Tue 11/17
9:55 am-1:32 pm
1 stop3h 37m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Wed 11/18
12:03 pm-5:28 pm
1 stop5h 25m
$319
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
5:40 am-11:00 am
1 stop5h 20m
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Sun 9/27
5:45 am-11:35 am
1 stop5h 50m
$328
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Sat 10/17
11:27 am-3:11 pm
1 stop3h 44m
$125
Des MoinesMilwaukee
DSM Des Moines - MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
DSMMKE
Des Moines
Fri 9/18
5:40 am-11:00 am
1 stop5h 20m
$150
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Milwaukee in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Milwaukee flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Milwaukee flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Milwaukee flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Milwaukee flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Milwaukee flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Milwaukee
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Milwaukee. 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 Milwaukee. Reviews last updated September 3, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Milwaukee, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$190 | Average$374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |