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$100+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Tempe, AZ

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PHX
Jun 5 — Jun 121
Fri 6/5
Fri 6/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 2026.

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.
Wed 6/32:16 pm
DSM
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PHX
2 stops26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/1010:32 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop19h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$258
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/262:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop22h 05m
Frontier
Sun 6/288:40 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop26h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$270
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/192:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 13m
Frontier
Fri 6/266:40 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop4h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/102:19 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop27h 24m
Frontier
Tue 7/146:53 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop16h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$272
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 13m
Frontier
Thu 5/284:17 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop19h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$275
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.
Mon 8/310:01 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop16h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/96:53 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$278
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.
Fri 6/52:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
2 stops29h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/1010:32 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop19h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$279
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/222:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop8h 54m
Frontier
Mon 5/255:15 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$280
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/152:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop8h 54m
Frontier
Mon 5/185:15 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
2 stops25h 04m
Frontier
Fri 5/295:15 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$284

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated May 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$258
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$100
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$362
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Tempe 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 6, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sat 6/6

6:55 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/10

11:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$376

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

6:50 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 56m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 6/13

10:57 pm-9:44 am

1 stop8h 47m

$377
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

10:56 am-3:39 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/8

9:43 am-4:54 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$381

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sat 6/13

5:10 am-11:55 am

2 stops8h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/17

11:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$389

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 6/19

1:30 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/30

10:25 am-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$405

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 6/5

5:10 am-8:45 am

1 stop5h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/10

10:25 am-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$413

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

3:45 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 6/12

1:45 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$433

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

3:15 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/28

2:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$433

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

5:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/27

2:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$435

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

12:05 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/28

12:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$444

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Deals found on 5/2

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to TM9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Tempe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 6, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Tempe at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated May 6, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air from Des Moines to Tempe have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
4,305 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
9,684 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
708 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
11,666 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,964 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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 Tempe. 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 Tempe?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Tempe. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tempe from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Tempe per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Tempe. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Tempe in just under 4h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 01m. Des Moines and Tempe are separated by a distance of 1147 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 to fly from Des Moines to Tempe one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. American Airlines flights start at $93 while deals on Southwest start at $114 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Tempe?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Des Moines to Tempe on time: Envoy Air (100%), SkyWest Airlines (90%), American Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Tempe?

    On average you can expect to pay $616 for a flight from Des Moines to Tempe. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) is currently priced at $233.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Tempe 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 7 airlines flying from Des Moines to Tempe

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Tempe. 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 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$127Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$160Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$195Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$212Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$219Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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