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$86+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Minnesota

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSP
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Tue 4/7
Tue 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Minnesota

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Minnesota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Minnesota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 8, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/202:04 pm
DSM
-
MSP
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:45 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/21:10 pm
DSM
-
FAR
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 4/99:02 am
FAR
-
DSM
1 stop7h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 3/211:30 pm
DSM
-
FAR
1 stop6h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 3/257:35 am
FAR
-
DSM
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/214:23 pm
DSM
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 16m
Delta
Mon 4/278:57 am
MSP
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 19m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/135:44 am
DSM
-
FAR
1 stop6h 13m
American Airlines
Mon 5/187:26 pm
FAR
-
DSM
1 stop4h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/185:35 am
DSM
-
MSP
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/216:55 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/2112:00 pm
DSM
-
MSP
1 stop10h 21m
American Airlines
Mon 4/278:19 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop24h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/188:03 pm
DSM
-
MSP
1 stop3h 56m
American Airlines
Sat 4/255:18 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop5h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/218:03 pm
DSM
-
MSP
1 stop3h 56m
American Airlines
Tue 4/285:18 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop6h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/1611:09 am
DSM
-
MSP
1 stop6h 25m
American Airlines
Thu 4/238:19 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop5h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/104:20 pm
DSM
-
MSP
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Mon 4/134:25 pm
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/208:15 pm
DSM
-
MSP
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/276:45 am
MSP
-
DSM
1 stop6h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$302

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Minnesota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Minnesota flight deals. Data was last updated March 8, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Frontier)

One-way from

$86
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$649

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Minnesota 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 March 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Minnesota that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesFargo

DSM - FAR

DSMFAR

Des Moines

Thu 4/2

1:10 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 4/9

9:02 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$269

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

10:56 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/26

8:57 am-10:16 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$279

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

6:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 50m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/21

6:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$279

Des MoinesFargo

DSM - FAR

DSMFAR

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

1:30 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Fargo Hector Field

Wed 3/25

7:35 am-2:22 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$279

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

4:25 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/13

8:57 am-10:16 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$279
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Fri 6/19

2:35 pm-3:47 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/21

9:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$279

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Thu 6/25

2:35 pm-3:47 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/27

9:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$279

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

10:56 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/25

7:59 pm-9:12 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$279

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

4:23 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/27

2:30 pm-3:41 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$279

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Thu 4/16

7:00 am-8:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/23

8:57 am-10:16 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Minnesota

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Minnesota (average of $199). Flying from Des Moines to Minnesota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 MN?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Minnesota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 8, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Minnesota

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Minnesota. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 8, 2026.

The most flights from DSM to USMN are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minnesota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minnesota. 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 Minnesota. Reviews last updated March 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Des Moines to Minnesota 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
8,272 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
8,272 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,272 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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 Minnesota. 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 Minnesota?

    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 Minnesota.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Minnesota flight route?

    The Des Moines to Minnesota flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Minnesota in just under 1h 17m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 28m. Airlines will cover a distance of 232 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Consider Air France (85%), Aeromexico (85%) or Korean Air (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Minnesota.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Minnesota is $170. On average you can expect to pay $508. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $279.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Minnesota (average of $199). Flying from Des Moines to Minnesota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Minnesota

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Minnesota. 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 March 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$199Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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