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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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FSD
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
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 December 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/44:59 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Mon 12/86:05 amRAP - DSM
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/1$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/46:17 amDSM - RAP
2 stops10h 28mDelta
Tue 12/911:02 amRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/1$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/48:00 amDSM - RAP
2 stops11h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/95:15 amRAP - DSM
2 stops8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$416
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/48:00 amDSM - RAP
2 stops11h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/812:41 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$513
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/183:38 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/222:20 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/245:06 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/278:45 amRAP - DSM
1 stop14h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$629
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/188:00 amDSM - RAP
2 stops8h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2211:11 amRAP - DSM
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$646
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/36:50 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Thu 12/411:02 amRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/2$681
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/31:31 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/412:41 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$686

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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

Fri 1/16

6:54 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 19m

Rapid City

Fri 1/23

4:10 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$249

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

10:59 am-3:25 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

10:54 am-3:41 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$249

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

5:09 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

4:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$319

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

5:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 55m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

12:35 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$319

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

1:32 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Rapid City

Sun 2/22

5:40 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$399

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Deals found on 12/2

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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 December 4, 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
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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 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 fly from Des Moines to South Dakota in about 4h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 506 mi.

  • 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.

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

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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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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