$99+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Tampa (DSM - TPA)
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DSM — TPA
Sep 8 — Sep 151
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to TampaExplore 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 August 9, 2026.
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 August 9, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/22:51 pm -
1 stop13h 28m
Thu 11/52:39 pm -
1 stop24h 17m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:43 pm -
1 stop5h 39m
Sat 9/128:31 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Deal found 8/5![American Airlines logo]()
$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:10 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 9/211:30 am -
1 stop7h 22m
Deal found 8/5![American Airlines logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/201:58 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
1 stop14h 57m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/118:30 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Mon 9/146:15 am -
1 stop14h 18m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/61:58 pm -
1 stop20h 28m
Sun 9/137:15 am -
2 stops27h 19m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/131:58 pm -
1 stop17h 46m
Fri 9/186:15 am -
1 stop14h 18m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$264
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/42:19 pm -
1 stop20h 16m
Wed 9/97:02 am -
1 stop28h 42m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$274
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:19 pm -
1 stop14h 13m
Thu 9/39:02 pm -
1 stop17h 32m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$276
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:30 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Mon 9/286:15 am -
1 stop14h 18m
Deal found 8/8![Frontier logo]()
$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/42:19 pm -
2 stops33h 16m
Wed 9/94:25 pm -
1 stop28h 32m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$283
Best flights from Des Moines to TampaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 9, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Mon 9/1411:30 am -
2 stops11h 45m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$326
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/259:15 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Tue 9/297:26 am -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Wed 9/232:34 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Wed 9/308:45 am -
1 stop6h 04m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/166:10 am -
2 stops7h 45m
Wed 9/232:45 pm -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/21:35 pm -
1 stop7h 14m
Sat 9/57:00 am -
1 stop8h 14m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Mon 9/283:50 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Fri 10/212:55 pm -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/46:00 am -
2 stops13h 08m
Wed 9/97:00 am -
2 stops11h 28m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:24 am -
2 stops8h 04m
Mon 9/214:20 pm -
1 stop8h 13m
Deal found 8/5![United Airlines logo]()
$444
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/255:40 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Tue 9/292:45 pm -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:45 am -
1 stop8h 23m
Fri 9/184:23 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$450
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to TampaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa. Data last updated August 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa. Data last updated August 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:10 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 9/211:30 am -
1 stop7h 22m
Deal found 8/5![American Airlines logo]()
$247
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:19 pm -
1 stop14h 13m
Thu 9/39:02 pm -
1 stop17h 32m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$276
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/42:19 pm -
1 stop20h 16m
Wed 9/97:02 am -
1 stop28h 42m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/42:19 pm -
2 stops33h 16m
Wed 9/94:25 pm -
1 stop28h 32m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:43 pm -
1 stop5h 39m
Sat 9/128:31 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Deal found 8/5![American Airlines logo]()
$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/61:58 pm -
1 stop20h 28m
Sun 9/137:15 am -
2 stops27h 19m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$263
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/118:30 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Mon 9/146:15 am -
1 stop14h 18m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/131:58 pm -
1 stop17h 46m
Fri 9/186:15 am -
1 stop14h 18m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/201:58 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
1 stop14h 57m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:30 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Mon 9/286:15 am -
1 stop14h 18m
Deal found 8/8![Frontier logo]()
$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:30 pm -
1 stop26h 56m
Sun 9/278:01 pm -
1 stop24h 32m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$286
One-way flights from Des Moines to TampaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Tampa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Tampa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 9/101:58 pm -
1 stop17h 46m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$99
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:19 pm -
1 stop14h 13m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/512:30 pm -
1 stop7h 28m
Deal found 8/8![Delta logo]()
$119
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:00 am -
2 stops13h 03m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 8/315:28 pm -
2 stops24h 21m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:43 am -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$133
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/42:19 pm -
1 stop20h 16m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:19 pm -
1 stop14h 13m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$161
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/111:33 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$175
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/142:19 pm -
1 stop20h 16m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$179
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 August 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $240 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $99 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $356 |
Good round-trip deal | $182 or less |
Good one-way deal | $86 or less |
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 August 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Tampa that are best for you.
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DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
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Des Moines
Fri 9/11
3:50 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Tampa
Mon 9/14
11:30 am-10:15 pm
2 stops11h 45m
$326
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Wed 9/16
6:10 am-2:55 pm
2 stops7h 45m
Tampa
Wed 9/23
2:45 pm-10:00 pm
2 stops8h 15m
$359
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
9:15 am-7:34 pm
1 stop9h 19m
Tampa
Tue 9/29
7:26 am-12:34 pm
1 stop6h 08m
$371
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Mon 9/28
3:50 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Tampa
Fri 10/2
12:55 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops10h 00m
$376
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Wed 9/2
1:35 pm-9:49 pm
1 stop7h 14m
Tampa
Sat 9/5
7:00 am-2:14 pm
1 stop8h 14m
$383
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Fri 9/4
6:00 am-8:08 pm
2 stops13h 08m
Tampa
Wed 9/9
7:00 am-5:28 pm
2 stops11h 28m
$430
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Wed 9/23
2:34 pm-9:27 pm
1 stop5h 53m
Tampa
Wed 9/30
8:45 am-1:49 pm
1 stop6h 04m
$437
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Mon 9/14
6:24 am-3:28 pm
2 stops8h 04m
Tampa
Mon 9/21
4:20 pm-11:33 pm
1 stop8h 13m
$444
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
5:40 am-1:30 pm
2 stops6h 50m
Tampa
Tue 9/29
2:45 pm-10:00 pm
2 stops8h 15m
$446
Des MoinesTampa
DSM Des Moines - TPA Tampa
DSMTPA
Des Moines
Fri 9/11
5:45 am-3:08 pm
1 stop8h 23m
Tampa
Fri 9/18
4:23 pm-9:28 pm
1 stop6h 05m
$450
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- 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
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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 66 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 $332). Flying from Des Moines to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $467). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Tampa?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Tampa flights typically cost between $341 and $446 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $240 on Frontier (Nov 2-Nov 5).
How often are flights from Des Moines to Tampa delayed?
About 25% of weekly flights between Des Moines and Tampa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 66 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Tampa flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
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 August 9, 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.
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$73 | Average$267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$248 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$417 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$355 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |