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$91+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salem, OR

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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PDX
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$91
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$338
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Salem
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/302:32 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop23h 24mFrontier
Sun 11/23:26 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop20h 21mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/132:41 pmDSM - PDX
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/309:44 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:47 amDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Tue 11/412:40 amPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/15$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/132:41 pmDSM - PDX
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2810:24 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/142:34 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop23h 22mFrontier
Sun 11/167:57 pmPDX - DSM
2 stops15h 50mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:16 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2912:49 amPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/125:42 amDSM - PDX
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/1611:59 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/47:03 amDSM - PDX
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Sat 11/86:20 amPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Deal found 10/14$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3012:51 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop26h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/712:51 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:07 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:49 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$363

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Salem 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 October 16, 2025.
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Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

2:41 pm-7:59 pm

2 stops31h 18m

Portland

Tue 12/30

9:44 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop14h 26m

$279

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

5:47 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Portland

Tue 11/4

12:40 am-10:26 am

1 stop7h 46m

$302

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

5:45 am-9:38 am

1 stop5h 53m

Portland

Sat 11/8

4:02 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$350

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

2:40 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Portland

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$375

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

12:51 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops29h 29m

Portland

Sun 12/7

12:51 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$377

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

6:05 am-6:36 pm

2 stops14h 31m

Portland

Wed 11/5

12:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$387

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

9:01 am-6:36 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Portland

Sun 11/16

4:02 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$390

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

7:00 am-8:48 am

Nonstop3h 48m

$91

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

2:32 pm-11:56 am

1 stop23h 24m

$102

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

2:16 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$131

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Salem

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Salem

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Salem. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Salem is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Salem?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salem (average of $119). Flying from Des Moines to Salem in January is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 SA8?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Salem. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Des Moines to Salem by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Salem 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
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
694 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,137 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Salem from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salem should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Salem from 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Salem flight route?

    This flight path from Des Moines to Salem was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Salem?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Salem in 5h 53m. Fly via Delta or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Des Moines and Salem is about 1466 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Salem are Allegiant Air ($91), Frontier ($102), and American Airlines ($131).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Salem?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Salem? While on average our users pay $127, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $50. The most popular route (Des Moines - Portland), is priced around $279.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Salem 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 Salem?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salem (average of $119). Flying from Des Moines to Salem in January is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Salem

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Salem. 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$128Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$203Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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