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$249+ 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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FSD
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:32 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Fri 11/144:25 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/12$249
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:14 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/185:15 amRAP - DSM
2 stops8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1911:30 amDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/268:45 amRAP - DSM
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$324
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/175:13 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/1911:15 amRAP - DSM
1 stop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$339
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/279:01 amDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/42:55 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:04 amDSM - RAP
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/3112:18 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:14 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/32:55 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:45 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/1412:27 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:45 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/315:15 amRAP - DSM
2 stops8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$411

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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

5:32 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Rapid City

Fri 11/14

4:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$249

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

5:14 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Rapid City

Tue 11/18

5:15 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$249

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

7:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

Rapid City

Sat 3/7

4:00 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$284

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

9:01 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Rapid City

Thu 12/4

2:55 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$349

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

5:04 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 44m

Rapid City

Fri 10/31

12:18 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$381

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Deals found on 10/12

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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 October 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to South Dakota, such as Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,976 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 4h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 52m. 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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  • 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to South Dakota

Discover the top 2 airlines 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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