$170+ 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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PWM
Sep 6 — Sep 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to PortlandExplore 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 August 7, 2026.
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 August 7, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:11 pm -
1 stop6h 18m
Wed 9/166:00 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sun 10/46:00 am -
1 stop5h 17m
Wed 10/75:09 pm -
1 stop5h 32m
Deal found 8/5![American Airlines logo]()
$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/301:24 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Sat 10/106:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/307:00 am -
1 stop7h 51m
Sun 10/44:31 pm -
1 stop6h 06m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/143:22 pm -
1 stop5h 01m
Sat 9/196:00 am -
2 stops11h 19m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 10/21:09 pm -
1 stop7h 46m
Sun 10/44:31 pm -
1 stop6h 06m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/102:44 pm -
2 stops8h 01m
Thu 9/176:30 am -
1 stop8h 29m
Deal found 8/6![American Airlines logo]()
$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/293:20 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Tue 9/15:03 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/237:05 am -
2 stops7h 46m
Mon 9/285:29 pm -
1 stop5h 08m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$433
Best flights from Des Moines to PortlandDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Portland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Portland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:11 pm -
1 stop6h 18m
Wed 9/166:00 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/56:00 am -
1 stop4h 57m
Tue 11/106:00 am -
2 stops11h 49m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$390
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2110:22 am -
2 stops12h 13m
Sat 10/246:01 am -
2 stops9h 24m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$395
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to PortlandDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Portland. Data last updated August 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Portland. Data last updated August 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 8/293:20 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Tue 9/15:03 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:11 pm -
1 stop6h 18m
Wed 9/166:00 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/102:44 pm -
2 stops8h 01m
Thu 9/176:30 am -
1 stop8h 29m
Deal found 8/6![American Airlines logo]()
$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/143:22 pm -
1 stop5h 01m
Sat 9/196:00 am -
2 stops11h 19m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/237:05 am -
2 stops7h 46m
Mon 9/285:29 pm -
1 stop5h 08m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/301:24 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Sat 10/106:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/307:00 am -
1 stop7h 51m
Sun 10/44:31 pm -
1 stop6h 06m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$411
One-way flights from Des Moines to PortlandSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Portland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Portland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/612:08 pm -
1 stop8h 23m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$170
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/33:11 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sun 9/66:10 am -
2 stops9h 23m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/65:45 am -
2 stops10h 57m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:00 am -
1 stop5h 17m
Deal found 8/4![American Airlines logo]()
$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/39:00 am -
3 stops54h 55m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$304
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Portland
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 August 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $385 (Delta) |
One-way from | $170 (Delta) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $506 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Portland 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 August 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Portland that are best for you.
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Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Wed 9/9
4:11 pm-11:29 pm
1 stop6h 18m
Portland
Wed 9/16
6:00 am-1:49 pm
1 stop8h 49m
$385
Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Thu 11/5
6:00 am-11:57 am
1 stop4h 57m
Portland
Tue 11/10
6:00 am-4:49 pm
2 stops11h 49m
$390
Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Wed 10/21
10:22 am-11:35 pm
2 stops12h 13m
Portland
Sat 10/24
6:01 am-2:25 pm
2 stops9h 24m
$395
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Sun 9/6
12:08 pm-9:31 pm
1 stop8h 23m
$170
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Sat 10/3
3:11 pm-9:46 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$193
Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Sun 9/6
6:10 am-4:33 pm
2 stops9h 23m
$201
Des MoinesPortland
DSM Des Moines - PWM Portland
DSMPWM
Des Moines
Sun 9/6
5:45 am-5:42 pm
2 stops10h 57m
$220
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Portland in August.
| 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-Portland, Maine flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Portland, Maine flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Portland, Maine flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Portland, Maine 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-Portland, Maine flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 August 7, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$271 | Average$487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$332 | Average$458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |