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$149+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Portland, ME (DSM - PWM)

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PWM
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Portland are usually found in February or March, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland (PWM). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$479
From Des Moines to Portland
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 8/2712:44 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/38:02 amPWM - DSM
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/233:15 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 10/2810:00 amPWM - DSM
2 stops7h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/28$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:00 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/313:20 pmPWM - DSM
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:00 amDSM - PWM
2 stops13h 00mSouthwest
Mon 9/298:25 amPWM - DSM
2 stops12h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/26$489
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/228:00 amDSM - PWM
2 stops26h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/263:15 pmPWM - DSM
3 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$491

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DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

12:44 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Portland

Wed 9/3

8:02 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$297

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Thu 10/23

3:15 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Portland

Tue 10/28

10:00 am-4:52 pm

2 stops7h 52m

$302

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Thu 10/23

1:00 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Portland

Fri 10/31

3:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$312

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Fri 9/26

6:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops13h 00m

Portland

Mon 9/29

8:25 am-8:20 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$489

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

8:00 am-11:31 am

2 stops26h 31m

Portland

Sun 10/26

3:15 pm-2:50 pm

3 stops24h 35m

$491

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

3:50 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$149

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

11:17 am-12:34 am

2 stops12h 17m

$154

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Sat 8/23

3:25 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$189

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

2:12 pm-5:38 pm

3 stops26h 26m

$315

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Deals found on 7/28

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Portland. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Des Moines to Portland, Maine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Portland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Portland, Maine round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($297), Delta ($302), and United Airlines ($312) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Portland, Maine. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Portland, Maine one-way?

    $149 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $154 and $189, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Portland 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 Portland, Maine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Des Moines to Portland, Maine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 Portland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Portland. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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