$130+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City (DSM - SLC)
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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Salt Lake City
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Salt Lake City (SLC). 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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $201 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $130 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $426 |
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake CityExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Wed 7/2
12:25 pm-7:24 pm
1 stop7h 59m
Salt Lake City
Thu 7/17
9:52 pm-12:25 pm
1 stop13h 33m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Mon 9/8
8:41 pm-10:19 pm
1 stop26h 38m
Salt Lake City
Sun 9/14
9:43 pm-7:56 pm
1 stop21h 13m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Thu 8/21
6:30 pm-12:55 am
1 stop7h 25m
Salt Lake City
Tue 8/26
1:48 pm-8:59 pm
1 stop6h 11m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Thu 8/21
7:32 am-12:31 pm
1 stop5h 59m
Salt Lake City
Tue 8/26
12:16 pm-11:17 pm
2 stops10h 01m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Fri 8/22
1:55 pm-9:20 pm
2 stops8h 25m
Salt Lake City
Mon 8/25
6:35 am-4:45 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Fri 8/1
5:12 pm-8:37 pm
1 stop4h 25m
Salt Lake City
Mon 8/4
4:10 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop5h 50m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Wed 10/8
7:30 am-2:10 pm
1 stop7h 40m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Sat 7/26
7:47 pm-12:26 am
1 stop5h 39m
Des MoinesSalt Lake City
DSM - SLC
DSMSLC
Des Moines
Sun 10/26
6:10 pm-12:15 am
2 stops7h 05m
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Des Moines to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 SLC?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Salt Lake City in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Salt Lake City?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Salt Lake City flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in Salt Lake City by month
Plan your trip to Salt Lake City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salt Lake City ranges from 0.6 - 2.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salt Lake City when rainfall is around 0.6 in.
Temperature in Salt Lake City by month
Plan your trip to Salt Lake City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salt Lake City, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Salt Lake City
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salt Lake City. 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 Salt Lake City. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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Entertainment
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Food
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Overall
Entertainment
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Salt Lake City
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$125 | Average$259 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$322 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$268 | Average$435 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$286 | Average$367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$313 | Average$391 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |