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$109+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Pigeon Forge, TN

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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — TYS
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge are usually found in January or July, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge

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Round-trip from

$236
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$109
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$373
From Des Moines to Pigeon Forge
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/166:30 amDSM - TYS
1 stop9h 14mAllegiant Air
Sat 10/252:20 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop18h 42mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/104:59 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Sat 12/138:45 amTYS - DSM
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/16$271
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 11/610:50 amDSM - TYS
1 stop10h 43mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/99:00 amTYS - DSM
1 stop6h 01mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/271:43 pmDSM - TYS
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/307:00 amTYS - DSM
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/279:24 amDSM - TYS
1 stop9h 36mAllegiant Air
Thu 10/309:00 amTYS - DSM
1 stop6h 01mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/62:32 pmDSM - TYS
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/97:00 amTYS - DSM
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/179:20 amDSM - TYS
1 stop21h 30mAllegiant Air
Sat 10/252:20 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop18h 42mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$296
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/166:30 amDSM - TYS
1 stop9h 14mAllegiant Air
Sun 10/199:50 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop11h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:12 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/218:09 amTYS - DSM
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/3110:54 amDSM - TYS
1 stop11h 12mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/77:20 amTYS - DSM
1 stop8h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$302

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Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Thu 10/16

6:30 am-4:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/25

2:20 pm-8:02 am

1 stop18h 42m

$236

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

1:43 pm-10:33 am

2 stops19h 50m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 10/30

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$281

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

10:55 am-10:14 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 11/9

9:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$296

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Fri 10/17

9:20 am-7:50 am

1 stop21h 30m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/25

2:20 pm-8:02 am

1 stop18h 42m

$296

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

6:05 am-11:04 am

1 stop3h 59m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 10/26

7:11 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 54m

$304

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

10:55 am-10:14 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 11/16

9:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$312

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Thu 10/16

6:30 am-4:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 10/19

9:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop11h 40m

$320

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

3:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 10/19

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$329

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Fri 11/21

1:53 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 11/25

6:30 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$329

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Fri 11/21

1:53 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 11/23

6:30 am-1:16 pm

2 stops7h 46m

$334

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 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 Pigeon Forge?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge (average of $295). Flying from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 PG9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Pigeon Forge

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pigeon Forge. 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 Pigeon Forge. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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

    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 Pigeon Forge. 3 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Pigeon Forge per day.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge?

    Departing from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge will take you 3h 59m. The distance from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge is about 654 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $109 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $169 and Delta from $169 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge 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 Pigeon Forge?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge (average of $295). Flying from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Pigeon Forge

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Pigeon Forge. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$243Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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