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$261+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Dakota

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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FSD
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mar. 8/26
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to South Dakota

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Round-trip from

$299
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$261
(Delta)
From Des Moines to South Dakota
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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 agosto 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 9/264:09 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
vie. 10/35:00 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
sáb. 8/233:49 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/265:02 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 8/2810:18 amDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 27mDelta
jue. 9/46:25 amRAP - DSM
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 8/14$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 8/296:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/15:30 amRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 10/35:25 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 05mDelta
lun. 10/66:05 amRAP - DSM
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 8/12$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
vie. 8/296:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/25:30 amRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
jue. 8/286:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/15:30 amRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 10/35:13 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
lun. 10/68:30 amRAP - DSM
1 stop25h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
sáb. 8/238:00 amDSM - RAP
2 stops11h 50mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/265:59 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$384

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to South Dakota that are best for you.

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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

vie. 9/26

4:09 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Rapid City

vie. 10/3

5:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$299

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

sáb. 8/23

3:49 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Rapid City

mar. 8/26

5:02 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$309

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

jue. 8/28

10:18 am-3:45 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Rapid City

jue. 9/4

6:25 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$314

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

vie. 8/29

6:00 am-9:06 am

1 stop4h 06m

Rapid City

lun. 9/1

5:30 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 13m

$327

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

vie. 10/3

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Rapid City

lun. 10/6

6:05 am-1:59 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$349

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

vie. 10/3

5:13 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Rapid City

lun. 10/6

4:35 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$364

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

vie. 8/29

6:00 am-9:06 am

1 stop4h 06m

Rapid City

mar. 9/2

5:30 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 16m

$364

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

jue. 8/28

6:00 am-9:06 am

1 stop4h 06m

Rapid City

lun. 9/1

5:30 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 13m

$366

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

sáb. 8/23

8:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Rapid City

mar. 8/26

5:59 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$384

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

lun. 8/25

5:25 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$261

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Deals found on 8/14

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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 agosto 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
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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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.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Des Moines to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 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 agosto 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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