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$123+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Tampa (DSM - TPA)

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 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — TPA
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Wed 6/10
Wed 6/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/232:25 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop7h 05m
Delta
Tue 6/305:15 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/9$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/258:00 am
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 9/19:00 am
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops9h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/193:59 pm
DSM
-
TPA
2 stops42h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/262:01 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop26h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 10/311:30 am
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Wed 10/75:23 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/103:45 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Tue 6/164:40 pm
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/172:16 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop20h 18m
Frontier
Sun 6/218:22 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop18h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 5/2811:57 am
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Wed 6/37:50 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/7$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/165:00 am
DSM
-
TPA
2 stops8h 34m
American Airlines
Tue 6/307:15 am
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/9$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:41 pm
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/34:46 pm
TPA
-
DSM
2 stops31h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/65:12 pm
DSM
-
TPA
2 stops13h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/910:44 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop19h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:00 am
DSM
-
TPA
2 stops38h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/1812:54 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop9h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/276:00 am
DSM
-
TPA
1 stop5h 53m
American Airlines
Mon 8/3112:05 pm
TPA
-
DSM
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/6$331

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Tampa (TPA). 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 May 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$393

Good round-trip deal

$182 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Tampa flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Tampa
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One-way flight from Des Moines to Tampa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Tampa.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Tampa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Tampa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

12:25 pm-12:40 am

1 stop11h 15m

Tampa

Wed 6/3

3:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$342
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 6/22

4:40 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Tampa

Wed 6/24

4:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$376

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-7:51 pm

2 stops12h 51m

Tampa

Tue 6/2

5:25 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$389

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

3:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Tampa

Mon 6/15

3:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$404

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

3:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Tampa

Mon 6/22

4:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$418

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

3:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Tampa

Tue 6/30

4:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$432

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

5:25 am-3:35 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Tampa

Wed 6/3

4:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$438

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Fri 7/24

4:40 pm-12:15 am

2 stops6h 35m

Tampa

Sat 8/1

1:15 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$495

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Tue 7/21

3:01 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Tampa

Tue 7/28

8:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$517

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 7/29

6:00 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Tampa

Mon 8/3

12:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$525

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Tampa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Tampa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Tampa, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tampa (average of $318). Flying from Des Moines to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated May 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Tampa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,694 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
709 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,668 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,301 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Tampa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Tampa in 11h 15m. Fly via Southwest or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Des Moines and Tampa are separated by a distance of 1127 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Tampa is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $73 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Allegiant Air and Delta, starting at $115 and $236 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 80% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Tampa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Frontier flights start at $115 while deals on American Airlines start at $118 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tampa (average of $318). Flying from Des Moines to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Tampa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Tampa. 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 May 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$73Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$115Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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