Pennsylvania

$43+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Pennsylvania

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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PHL
Mar 29 — Apr 51
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Pennsylvania

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 27, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 5/284:41 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/318:47 pm
PHL
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/26$123
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Sat 4/116:00 am
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop4h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop8h 17m
Frontier
Sun 4/128:25 pm
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 5/284:41 pm
DSM
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/315:59 pm
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$181
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Fri 5/297:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Fri 6/511:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/25$190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Mon 4/136:31 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop5h 28m
Delta
Mon 4/205:32 pm
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 2/27$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/156:31 pm
DSM
-
PHL
1 stop5h 28m
Delta
Wed 4/226:05 am
PHL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/268:30 am
DSM
-
LGA
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/294:37 pm
LGA
-
DSM
1 stop30h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Fri 4/175:45 pm
DSM
-
MDT
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Tue 4/214:19 pm
MDT
-
DSM
1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Deal found 2/26$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:16 pm
DSM
-
SCE
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 5/37:34 pm
SCE
-
DSM
1 stop4h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/27$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 9/96:15 am
DSM
-
EWR
1 stop7h 02m
United Airlines
Sat 9/126:00 am
EWR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 8/255:45 am
DSM
-
EWR
1 stop5h 38m
Delta
Sat 8/296:00 am
EWR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 15m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$279

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Pennsylvania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Pennsylvania flight deals. Data was last updated February 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$43
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$342

Good round-trip deal

$386 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Philadelphia flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Pennsylvania
One-way flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania 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 February 27, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sat 7/11

6:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 55m

Philadelphia

Sat 7/18

6:00 am-9:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

$197

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

7:04 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 41m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/18

6:17 am-4:15 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$226

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 5/21

6:41 pm-12:57 am

1 stop5h 16m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/23

4:06 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$248

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Thu 5/14

6:15 am-12:14 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/20

6:10 am-10:37 am

1 stop5h 27m

$252

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Tue 7/28

5:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/5

5:30 am-10:14 am

1 stop5h 44m

$265

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

6:15 am-11:41 am

1 stop4h 26m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/18

11:35 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$266

Des MoinesHarrisburg

DSM - MDT

DSMMDT

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

Harrisburg

Mon 4/20

6:43 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$269

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 3/25

11:26 am-5:55 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Newark

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 8/18

6:45 pm-12:42 am

1 stop4h 57m

Newark

Sat 8/22

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

6:41 pm-12:59 am

1 stop5h 18m

Newark

Sun 5/10

6:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$279

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania (average of $127). Flying from Des Moines to Pennsylvania in January is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 Pennsylvania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania. Reviews last updated February 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Pennsylvania to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Pennsylvania will take you 4h 23m. The distance from Des Moines to Pennsylvania is about 886 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Pennsylvania for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Pennsylvania?

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,496 for a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. The cheapest flight overall is $91 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - New York LaGuardia) is currently priced at $261.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania (average of $127). Flying from Des Moines to Pennsylvania in January is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Pennsylvania

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. 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 February 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$232Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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