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$350+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to State College (DSM - SCE)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SCE
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to State College (SCE). 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 July 1, 2025.

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$350
(United Airlines)
From Des Moines to State College University Park
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 12/108:00 amDSM - SCE
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1310:35 amSCE - DSM
2 stops10h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 12/55:51 amDSM - SCE
3 stops7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/76:24 amSCE - DSM
2 stops10h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$828

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DSM - SCE

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Des Moines

Wed 12/10

8:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 23m

State College University Park

Sat 12/13

10:35 am-8:31 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$350

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DSM - SCE

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Des Moines

Fri 12/5

5:51 am-2:39 pm

3 stops7h 48m

State College University Park

Sun 12/7

6:24 am-4:10 pm

2 stops10h 46m

$828

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to State College?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State College (average of $367). Flying from Des Moines to State College in March is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing State College

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to State College. 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 State College. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to State College by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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

    Currently priced at $350, United Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to State College and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $828.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to State College?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State College (average of $367). Flying from Des Moines to State College in March is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to State College

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to State College. 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 July 1, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$366Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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