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$161+ 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PWM
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Tue 1/14
Tue 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Portland are usually found in September or January, booked 50 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 January 9, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$161
(American Airlines)

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December

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September

Average price

$398
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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 January 9, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Wed 2/58:00 amDSM - PWM
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/124:10 pmPWM - DSM
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 6/42:09 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/104:14 pmPWM - DSM
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Wed 5/285:00 pmDSM - PWM
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Wed 6/45:40 amPWM - DSM
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 1/9$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 7/276:05 amDSM - PWM
2 stops12h 10mSouthwest
Sat 8/25:30 amPWM - DSM
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/9$742

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DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

8:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Portland

Wed 2/12

4:10 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$303

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

2:09 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Portland

Tue 6/10

4:14 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$387

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

5:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Portland

Wed 6/4

5:40 am-1:26 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$423

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

3:40 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Portland

Fri 5/30

11:40 am-11:05 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$752

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Thu 2/6

5:55 am-12:06 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$161

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Thu 2/6

5:34 am-4:44 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$166

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Thu 2/6

4:40 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops23h 30m

$232

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Portland

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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 January 3, 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 50 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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.

Rainfall in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland, Maine ranges from 2.9 - 4.5 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Portland, Maine when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

Plan your trip to Portland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, Maine, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 January 9, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,501 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,942 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,650 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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, United Airlines ($303), American Airlines ($387), and Delta ($423) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Portland, Maine. These flights start at 37% 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?

    $161 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 $166 and $194, 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?

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

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 January 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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