$42+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia (DSM - PHL)
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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PHL
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to PhiladelphiaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/75:02 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/219:08 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/8![Allegiant Air logo]()
$85
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/75:02 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/149:08 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 6/215:02 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/258:03 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/7![Allegiant Air logo]()
$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 5/284:41 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/318:47 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$97
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/43:37 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/79:08 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 6/253:57 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/27:43 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/7![Allegiant Air logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 6/253:57 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/289:08 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/7![Allegiant Air logo]()
$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 7/163:37 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Sun 7/199:03 pm
PHL
- DSM
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$145
Best flights from Des Moines to PhiladelphiaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:30 am
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/155:50 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/296:41 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Mon 6/15:45 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 3/211:30 pm
DSM
- PHL
2 stops9h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 3/258:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop6h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/205:25 am
DSM
- PHL
2 stops10h 20m
Southwest
Fri 4/246:00 pm
PHL
- DSM
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5![Southwest logo]()
$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/75:25 am
DSM
- PHL
2 stops10h 20m
Southwest
Sat 5/97:45 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/282:15 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop7h 03m
Delta
Sat 8/85:15 pm
PHL
- DSM
1 stop4h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/41:30 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop10h 10m
Southwest
Mon 6/85:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/25:00 am
DSM
- PHL
1 stop6h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 7/96:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop7h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/95:25 am
DSM
- PHL
2 stops10h 20m
Southwest
Sun 4/128:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$298
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to PhiladelphiaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 3/275:20 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop6h 37m
Delta
Sun 3/296:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 3/271:52 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
Sat 3/282:48 pm
PHL
- DSM
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7![American Airlines logo]()
$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 3/305:47 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 13m
Delta
Tue 3/316:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/68:14 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop8h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/86:08 pm
PHL
- DSM
1 stop28h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/116:00 am
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 39m
American Airlines
Sun 4/126:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop5h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5![American Airlines logo]()
$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/162:44 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop7h 06m
Delta
Sun 4/196:00 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/195:20 am
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Thu 4/232:15 pm
PHL
- DSM
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$234
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:25 am
DSM
- PHL
2 stops10h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/276:00 pm
PHL
- DSM
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/212:16 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 4/289:02 am
PHL
- DSM
1 stop5h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7![American Airlines logo]()
$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/225:30 am
DSM
- PHL
2 stops10h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/296:20 am
PHL
- DSM
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/265:20 am
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/27:45 am
PHL
- DSM
2 stops14h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$190
One-way flights from Des Moines to PhiladelphiaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sun 6/75:02 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/6![Allegiant Air logo]()
$42
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 5/284:41 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$48
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/215:02 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/8![Allegiant Air logo]()
$49
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/43:37 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/8![Allegiant Air logo]()
$54
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sun 9/61:58 pm
DSM
- PHL
Nonstop2h 22m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/6![Allegiant Air logo]()
$61
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop8h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:30 am
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$90
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/54:15 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$99
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 5/65:45 pm
DSM
- PHL
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$109
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Philadelphia
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $85 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $42 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $496 |
Good round-trip deal | $224 or less |
Good one-way deal | $193 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia 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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia that are best for you.
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Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Wed 4/8
5:30 am-10:50 am
1 stop4h 20m
Philadelphia
Wed 4/15
5:50 am-2:05 pm
1 stop9h 15m
$179
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Mon 4/20
5:25 am-4:45 pm
2 stops10h 20m
Philadelphia
Fri 4/24
6:00 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop6h 05m
$184
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Thu 5/7
5:25 am-4:45 pm
2 stops10h 20m
Philadelphia
Sat 5/9
7:45 am-11:30 am
1 stop4h 45m
$184
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Fri 5/29
6:41 pm-12:57 am
1 stop5h 16m
Philadelphia
Mon 6/1
5:45 am-12:24 pm
1 stop7h 39m
$197
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Tue 7/28
2:15 pm-10:18 pm
1 stop7h 03m
Philadelphia
Sat 8/8
5:15 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop4h 30m
$241
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Thu 6/4
1:30 pm-12:40 am
1 stop10h 10m
Philadelphia
Mon 6/8
5:00 am-12:50 pm
1 stop8h 50m
$287
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Thu 4/9
5:25 am-4:45 pm
2 stops10h 20m
Philadelphia
Sun 4/12
8:00 am-11:25 am
1 stop4h 25m
$298
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Sat 3/21
1:30 pm-12:16 am
2 stops9h 46m
Philadelphia
Wed 3/25
8:00 am-1:23 pm
1 stop6h 23m
$340
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Thu 7/2
5:00 am-12:25 pm
1 stop6h 25m
Philadelphia
Thu 7/9
6:00 am-12:30 pm
1 stop7h 30m
$349
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesPhiladelphia
DSM - PHL
DSMPHL
Des Moines
Mon 6/8
4:40 pm-12:15 am
2 stops6h 35m
$95
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Philadelphia
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 Philadelphia in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Philadelphia 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-Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Philadelphia (average of $82). Flying from Des Moines to Philadelphia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 Philadelphia
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated March 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Philadelphia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
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