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$274+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Dakota

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FSD
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to South Dakota

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 5/265:12 pm
DSM
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RAP
1 stop6h 12m
United Airlines
Sat 5/3010:13 am
RAP
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DSM
1 stop4h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/104:22 pm
DSM
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RAP
1 stop7h 06m
Delta
Sat 2/144:29 pm
RAP
-
DSM
1 stop3h 51m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/181:32 pm
DSM
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RAP
1 stop6h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 4/222:42 pm
RAP
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DSM
1 stop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 2/33:35 pm
DSM
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RAP
2 stops7h 54m
United Airlines
Sat 2/72:40 pm
RAP
-
DSM
1 stop4h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 2/103:35 pm
DSM
-
RAP
2 stops7h 54m
United Airlines
Sat 2/1410:55 am
RAP
-
DSM
2 stops9h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Fri 5/15:30 am
DSM
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RAP
1 stop4h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 5/310:00 am
RAP
-
DSM
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 5/18:01 pm
DSM
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RAP
2 stops17h 37m
American Airlines
Sun 5/311:44 am
RAP
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DSM
1 stop6h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$543
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 5/266:29 pm
DSM
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RAP
2 stops16h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 5/304:58 pm
RAP
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DSM
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Fri 2/133:24 pm
DSM
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RAP
2 stops22h 49m
United Airlines
Mon 2/165:40 pm
RAP
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DSM
1 stop5h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$552

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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

4:22 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Rapid City

Sat 2/14

4:29 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$279

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

1:32 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Rapid City

Wed 4/22

2:42 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$339

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 2/13

9:04 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Rapid City

Mon 2/16

5:40 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$339

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

3:35 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Rapid City

Sat 2/14

10:55 am-9:41 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$360

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

5:30 am-9:23 am

1 stop4h 53m

Rapid City

Sun 5/3

10:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$417

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

8:01 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops17h 37m

Rapid City

Sun 5/3

11:44 am-7:31 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$543

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to South Dakota, such as United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For a flight from Des Moines to South Dakota, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to South Dakota?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Des Moines to South Dakota in about 6h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 36m. Airlines will cover a distance of 506 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to South Dakota by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to South Dakota

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to South Dakota. 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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