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$127+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Sarasota (DSM - SRQ)

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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SRQ
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Sarasota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sarasota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 16, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 10/810:17 am
DSM
-
SRQ
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Sun 10/118:01 am
SRQ
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 57m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:00 am
DSM
-
SRQ
Nonstop2h 45m
Allegiant Air
Sun 4/196:34 am
SRQ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/14$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/18:20 am
DSM
-
SRQ
1 stop6h 27m
United Airlines
Wed 4/84:18 pm
SRQ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$237
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/308:00 am
DSM
-
SRQ
Nonstop2h 52m
Allegiant Air
Sat 6/63:14 pm
SRQ
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/512:56 pm
DSM
-
SRQ
2 stops30h 36m
Allegiant Air
Sat 7/412:38 pm
SRQ
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 52m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/12$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/255:01 pm
DSM
-
SRQ
1 stop5h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 4/288:46 am
SRQ
-
DSM
1 stop6h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 6/26:41 pm
DSM
-
SRQ
1 stop4h 37m
Delta
Tue 6/94:55 pm
SRQ
-
DSM
1 stop6h 31m
Delta
Deal found 3/11$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Mon 4/273:00 pm
DSM
-
SRQ
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 5/22:30 pm
SRQ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:00 am
DSM
-
SRQ
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/198:01 am
SRQ
-
DSM
2 stops30h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$312

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Sarasota

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sarasota (SRQ). 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 March 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$127
(WAYA)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$414

Good round-trip deal

$308 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sarasota 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 March 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Sarasota that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

12:01 pm-12:34 am

2 stops11h 33m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 4/28

12:45 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$322

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

8:00 am-3:18 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 5/15

9:05 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$332

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

8:15 am-4:02 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 5/16

5:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$364

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

5:30 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 5/16

6:25 am-8:55 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$377

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

10:51 am-8:57 pm

2 stops9h 06m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 4/8

8:15 am-4:54 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$378

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

1:04 pm-12:18 am

2 stops10h 14m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 6/9

11:08 am-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$378

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

1:10 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 4/24

4:20 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$412
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Mon 5/18

6:41 pm-12:18 am

1 stop4h 37m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 5/22

5:51 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$416

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

1:10 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 4/17

4:20 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$437

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

5:30 am-3:16 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 4/13

5:04 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$469

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Sarasota in March.
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-Sarasota flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Sarasota flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Sarasota flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sarasota 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-Sarasota flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Sarasota

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sarasota. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Sarasota is 35 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 Sarasota?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sarasota (average of $74). Flying from Des Moines to Sarasota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 SRQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Sarasota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 16, 2026.

When flying from Des Moines to Sarasota, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 69% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sarasota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sarasota. 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 Sarasota. Reviews last updated March 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Sarasota, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
712 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,466 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,296 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Sarasota. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The Des Moines to Sarasota Bradenton Intl flight path was viewed by 2 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 Sarasota?

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest fly from Des Moines to Sarasota in about 6h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 15m. The distance between Des Moines and Sarasota is about 1161 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Sarasota round-trip?

    Flying on Allegiant Air is currently your cheapest option to Sarasota, with prices starting at $98. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $118 and $193, respectively. Allegiant Air is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $259. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Sarasota Bradenton Intl) can be booked for $282 on average, our data indicates $422 when flying from Des Moines to Sarasota.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sarasota (average of $74). Flying from Des Moines to Sarasota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sarasota

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sarasota. 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 March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$98Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$260Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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