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$96+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Minnesota

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DSM — MSP
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Minnesota

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(Southwest)

One-way from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$518

Good round-trip deal

$422 or less

Good one-way deal

$369 or less
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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 January 6, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/38:35 amDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Tue 2/107:45 amMSP - DSM
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/4$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:59 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop27h 58mFrontier
Mon 3/26:45 amMSP - DSM
1 stop11h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 2/207:17 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop28h 40mFrontier
Fri 2/276:45 amMSP - DSM
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Mon 2/234:40 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Wed 2/252:30 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 1/214:00 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/256:52 amFAR - DSM
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 2/34:22 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Tue 2/107:55 pmMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/4$259
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/68:21 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop27h 36mFrontier
Mon 3/91:47 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/37:00 amDSM - MSP
1 stop9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/48:20 amMSP - DSM
1 stop11h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Thu 2/197:44 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/267:34 amMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 3/272:04 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/298:13 amMSP - DSM
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Wed 2/184:20 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop3h 21mDelta
Wed 2/255:00 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Deal found 1/4$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/204:21 pmDSM - FAR
1 stop3h 22mDelta
Sat 1/245:00 amFAR - DSM
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/5$295

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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 January 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Minnesota that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Minnesota

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

3:20 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 2/10

11:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$221

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/27

6:45 am-7:04 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$227

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

5:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/25

2:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$257

Des MoinesFargo

DSM - FAR

DSMFAR

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

4:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Fargo Hector Field

Sun 1/25

6:52 am-11:12 am

1 stop4h 20m

$259

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/31

9:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$259

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

10:57 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/27

2:21 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$259

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

11:02 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/29

2:26 pm-3:42 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$259

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Thu 4/2

11:02 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/5

7:50 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$259

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/4

8:20 am-8:02 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$273

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

11:30 am-5:01 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/31

5:15 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Minnesota

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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 $292). 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 January 6, 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 January 6, 2026.

The most flights from DSM to USMN are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, 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 January 6, 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
8,018 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,018 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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 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 8 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?

    Southwest, Frontier, and American Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Minnesota in just under 6h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 10m. 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 Aeromexico (82%), Korean Air (80%) or WestJet (76%) 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 $156. On average you can expect to pay $584. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $211.

  • 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 $292). 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 January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$199Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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