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$172+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Palm Springs (DSM - PSP)

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PSP
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Palm Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Palm Springs (PSP). 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$323
(Southwest)

One-way from

$172
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$468
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Palm Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Palm Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:00 amDSM - PSP
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:14 amPSP - DSM
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sun 11/236:56 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop17h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/2710:00 amPSP - DSM
1 stop25h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/212:40 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/262:38 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/233:30 pmDSM - PSP
2 stops8h 18mDelta
Thu 11/2712:33 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/27$472
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:00 amDSM - PSP
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Thu 11/277:20 amPSP - DSM
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/283:38 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/302:55 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/2611:26 amDSM - PSP
2 stops10h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/28:30 amPSP - DSM
2 stops10h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:50 amDSM - PSP
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Fri 11/2112:33 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/30$507
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/172:19 pmDSM - PSP
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/211:10 pmPSP - DSM
2 stops7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$517

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

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Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

5:51 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Palm Springs

Sun 1/18

6:39 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$323

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

5:30 am-9:13 am

1 stop5h 43m

Palm Springs

Mon 1/26

1:05 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$343

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

1:35 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Palm Springs

Mon 1/26

4:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$343

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

12:05 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Palm Springs

Mon 1/26

8:55 am-7:20 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$353

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

6:56 pm-10:49 am

1 stop17h 53m

Palm Springs

Thu 11/27

10:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop25h 22m

$419

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 12/21

6:20 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Palm Springs

Fri 12/26

12:55 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$432

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

3:30 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Palm Springs

Thu 11/27

12:33 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$472

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

9:03 am-5:28 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Palm Springs

Sun 1/18

7:20 am-9:50 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$475

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

8:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Palm Springs

Thu 11/27

7:20 am-1:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$478

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:17 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$172

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Palm Springs

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 Palm Springs in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Palm Springs flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Palm Springs flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Palm Springs flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Palm Springs flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Palm Springs

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Palm Springs. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Palm Springs is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Palm Springs (average of $100). Flying from Des Moines to Palm Springs in December is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 Palm Springs

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Springs. 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 Palm Springs. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Palm Springs have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Palm Springs. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Palm Springs?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from Des Moines to Palm Springs in about 5h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1352 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Palm Springs round-trip from $324. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $335, and Southwest, from $371. American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $172 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $177 and United Airlines from $177 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Palm Springs (average of $100). Flying from Des Moines to Palm Springs in December is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Palm Springs

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Palm Springs. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$324Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$335Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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