$249+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh (DSM - PIT)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PIT
Nov 8 — Nov 151
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 9, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:15 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Mon 11/28:27 pm -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 10/8![American Airlines logo]()
$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 11/276:45 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Tue 12/16:10 am -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 10/9![Delta logo]()
$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:00 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Tue 12/15:30 pm -
2 stops7h 49m
Deal found 10/9![American Airlines logo]()
$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/125:25 am -
1 stop3h 55m
Fri 11/134:55 pm -
2 stops7h 10m
Deal found 10/7![Southwest logo]()
$296
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Fri 12/43:30 pm -
1 stop4h 10m
Mon 12/75:35 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Deal found 10/4![Southwest logo]()
$298
Best flights from Des Moines to PittsburghDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Pittsburgh that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Pittsburgh that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 9, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 11/276:45 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Tue 12/16:10 am -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 10/9![Delta logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 12/43:30 pm -
1 stop4h 10m
Mon 12/75:35 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Deal found 10/6![Southwest logo]()
$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/88:00 am -
1 stop6h 03m
Wed 12/98:45 am -
1 stop4h 54m
Deal found 10/7![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 12/45:29 pm -
1 stop4h 28m
Wed 12/93:55 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 10/7![Delta logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/47:00 am -
2 stops10h 50m
Wed 12/96:50 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 10/7![Southwest logo]()
$301
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to PittsburghDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. Data last updated October 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. Data last updated October 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:15 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Mon 11/28:27 pm -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 10/8![American Airlines logo]()
$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Sat 10/312:01 pm -
2 stops8h 10m
Mon 11/25:34 pm -
2 stops7h 52m
Deal found 10/7![American Airlines logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/125:25 am -
1 stop3h 55m
Fri 11/134:55 pm -
2 stops7h 10m
Deal found 10/7![Southwest logo]()
$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 11/276:45 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Tue 12/16:10 am -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 10/9![Delta logo]()
$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:00 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Tue 12/15:30 pm -
2 stops7h 49m
Deal found 10/9![American Airlines logo]()
$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Fri 11/276:45 am -
1 stop4h 17m
Thu 12/35:09 pm -
1 stop6h 29m
Deal found 10/8![Delta logo]()
$289
One-way flights from Des Moines to PittsburghSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 9, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 10/196:54 pm -
1 stop4h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Delta logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 10/195:10 am -
2 stops11h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Sun 10/188:28 am -
2 stops33h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Sun 10/183:54 pm -
1 stop25h 54m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Mon 10/198:00 am -
3 stops13h 38m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![United Airlines logo]()
$429
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Pittsburgh
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Pittsburgh (PIT). 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 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $255 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $249 (Delta) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $388 |
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Depart
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Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
5:10 am-5:20 pm
2 stops11h 10m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$260
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Fri 11/27
6:45 am-12:02 pm
1 stop4h 17m
Pittsburgh
Tue 12/1
6:10 am-9:50 am
1 stop4h 40m
$282
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
5:29 pm-10:57 pm
1 stop4h 28m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/9
3:55 pm-9:31 pm
1 stop6h 36m
$289
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
3:30 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop4h 10m
Pittsburgh
Mon 12/7
5:35 am-11:25 am
2 stops6h 50m
$296
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
7:00 am-6:50 pm
2 stops10h 50m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/9
6:50 am-2:15 pm
2 stops8h 25m
$301
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Sun 10/18
3:54 pm-6:48 pm
1 stop25h 54m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$325
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Tue 12/8
8:00 am-3:03 pm
1 stop6h 03m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/9
8:45 am-12:39 pm
1 stop4h 54m
$355
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Sun 10/18
6:00 am-2:22 pm
3 stops31h 22m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$381
Des MoinesPittsburgh
DSM Des Moines - PIT Pittsburgh
DSMPIT
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
8:00 am-10:38 pm
3 stops13h 38m
Pittsburgh
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$429
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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 Pittsburgh in October.
| 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-Pittsburgh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Pittsburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Pittsburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Pittsburgh 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-Pittsburgh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh (average of $341). Flying from Des Moines to Pittsburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $656). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Pittsburgh?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Pittsburgh flights typically cost between $365 and $481 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $255 on American Airlines (Oct 28-Nov 2).
Reviews of airlines servicing Pittsburgh
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh. Reviews last updated October 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentPatricia,Oct 2026
DAL - TPA
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentPatricia,Oct 2026
DAL - TPA
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentPatricia,Oct 2026
DAL - TPA
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentPatricia,Oct 2026
DAL - TPA
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentPatricia,Oct 2026
DAL - TPA
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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 9, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$272 | Average$422 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$515 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$314 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |