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$228+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Monterey (DSM - MRY)

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MRY
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Monterey

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Monterey (MRY). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$228
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$418
From Des Moines to Monterey Regional
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Monterey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Monterey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 11/75:10 amDSM - MRY
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/134:26 pmMRY - DSM
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/128:00 amDSM - MRY
3 stops17h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/165:15 amMRY - DSM
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$479

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Monterey that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesMonterey

DSM - MRY

DSMMRY

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

5:10 am-9:22 am

1 stop6h 12m

Monterey Regional

Thu 11/13

4:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$289

Des MoinesMonterey

DSM - MRY

DSMMRY

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

8:00 am-11:44 pm

3 stops17h 44m

Monterey Regional

Sat 8/16

5:15 am-12:51 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$479

Des MoinesMonterey

DSM - MRY

DSMMRY

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

5:30 am-9:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

$228

Des MoinesMonterey

DSM - MRY

DSMMRY

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-9:07 pm

1 stop17h 07m

$337

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Deals found on 7/28

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Des Moines to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Monterey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Monterey. 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 Monterey. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Monterey have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Monterey round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Monterey round-trip from $289. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Monterey (average of $376). Flying from Des Moines to Monterey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 Monterey

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Monterey. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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