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$70+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Orlando (ORL)

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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ORL
Sep 11 — Sep 181
Fri 9/11
Fri 9/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Orlando are usually found in September or October, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Orlando
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Orlando. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 12, 2026.

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Wed 9/1612:44 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Wed 9/3010:00 am -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 8/10$157
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/79:00 am -
Nonstop2h 47m
Fri 11/136:25 am -
Nonstop2h 56m
Deal found 8/10$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1612:44 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Fri 9/257:15 am -
Nonstop2h 54m
Deal found 8/12$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/259:59 am -
Nonstop2h 44m
Fri 10/26:40 am -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 8/11$163
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:53 pm -
Nonstop2h 47m
Fri 8/287:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 56m
Deal found 8/9$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:28 pm -
Nonstop2h 47m
Mon 9/78:50 am -
Nonstop2h 54m
Deal found 8/8$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/192:31 pm -
1 stop9h 12m
Thu 10/226:33 am -
1 stop9h 09m
Deal found 8/11$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/148:30 pm -
1 stop27h 29m
Sat 9/1912:50 pm -
2 stops32h 07m
Deal found 8/11$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:53 pm -
Nonstop2h 47m
Mon 8/312:42 pm -
Nonstop2h 56m
Deal found 8/8$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 10/228:28 am -
1 stop4h 55m
Thu 10/295:29 pm -
1 stop21h 29m
Deal found 8/9$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 11/96:45 am -
1 stop14h 53m
Thu 11/125:29 pm -
1 stop22h 07m
Deal found 8/11$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sun 9/271:58 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Wed 9/306:43 pm -
1 stop20h 27m
Deal found 8/10$205

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$70
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$188 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Orlando 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 August 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Orlando that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Wed 9/16

12:44 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Wed 9/30

10:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$157

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Sat 11/7

9:00 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Fri 11/13

6:25 am-8:21 am

Nonstop2h 56m

$167

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Sat 1/23

1:04 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Sat 1/30

10:05 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$218

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

12:44 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Wed 9/30

10:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$219

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - MCO Orlando

DSMMCO

Des Moines

Tue 10/27

5:35 am-1:45 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Orlando

Tue 11/3

6:35 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$286

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - MCO Orlando

DSMMCO

Des Moines

Wed 10/28

12:10 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Orlando

Sat 10/31

9:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$288

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Fri 1/15

1:57 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Fri 1/22

6:32 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$288

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Fri 11/13

9:11 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Mon 11/16

8:35 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$299

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Mon 9/28

10:24 am-2:08 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Sat 10/3

1:31 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$305

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM Des Moines - SFB Orlando Sanford Intl

DSMSFB

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

12:44 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Orlando Sanford Intl

Mon 9/28

7:40 am-9:34 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$344

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Orlando in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Orlando flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Orlando flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Orlando flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Orlando 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-Orlando flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Orlando

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Orlando from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Orlando (average of $322). Flying from Des Moines to Orlando in February is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 ORL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Orlando. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 12, 2026.

When flying from Des Moines to Orlando, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Orlando?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Orlando flights typically cost between $188 and $379 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $157 on Allegiant Air (Sep 16-Sep 30).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Orlando?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Des Moines to Orlando chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Des Moines to Orlando on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Orlando?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Des Moines to Orlando, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $196.

What’s the fastest layover option from Des Moines to Orlando?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Orlando, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 42m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Des Moines to Orlando?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Orlando, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 18m.

How often are flights from Des Moines to Orlando delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Des Moines and Orlando have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Orlando flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Des Moines to Orlando flights?

Over the last year, Allegiant Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Orlando?

Booking 5 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Orlando. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Orlando?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Orlando. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Orlando flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Orlando

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orlando. 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 Orlando. Reviews last updated August 12, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air from Des Moines to Orlando. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,115 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
679 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,915 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,701 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,505 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Orlando. 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 Orlando?

    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 Orlando. 6 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Orlando on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Orlando should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Orlando per day.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Orlando can take about 2h 44m. Allegiant Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $157. The distance from Des Moines to Orlando is about 1123 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Orlando is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $113 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $118 and $274 round-trip. Users have found that Allegiant Air is 63% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $50. Allegiant Air flights start at $71 while deals on United Airlines start at $114 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Des Moines to Orlando. The cheapest flight overall is $234 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Orlando) is currently priced at $180.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Orlando (average of $322). Flying from Des Moines to Orlando in February is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Orlando

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Orlando. 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 August 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$113Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$274Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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