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$44+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Tennessee

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DSM — BNA
may. 6 — may. 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
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Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$44
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$186

Good round-trip deal

$78 or less

Good one-way deal

$60 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Tennessee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Tennessee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/25:25 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
jue. 6/58:56 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/56:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/1011:14 amBNA - DSM
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/245:30 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop4h 34mDelta
jue. 5/2911:10 amTYS - DSM
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/30$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/2412:00 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop4h 42mDelta
sáb. 5/313:11 pmCHA - DSM
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/29$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
mar. 6/106:25 amDSM - CHA
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
mar. 6/176:45 amCHA - DSM
1 stop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/145:40 amDSM - MEM
1 stop4h 31mDelta
sáb. 6/216:05 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Deal found 4/30$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 6/146:07 amDSM - BNA
1 stop6h 49mDelta
sáb. 6/216:00 amBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/29$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/2412:48 pmDSM - CHA
2 stops10h 06mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/315:00 amCHA - DSM
2 stops7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/316:00 amDSM - BNA
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
sáb. 8/95:05 amBNA - DSM
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
sáb. 7/123:47 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 7/196:00 pmTYS - DSM
2 stops6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
vie. 7/410:07 amDSM - MEM
2 stops8h 02mAmerican Airlines
lun. 7/77:33 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/83:34 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/147:00 amTYS - DSM
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$284

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Tennessee that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Tennessee

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

lun. 6/2

5:25 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

jue. 6/5

8:56 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$78

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

jue. 6/5

6:32 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Nashville Intl

mar. 6/10

11:14 am-1:33 pm

1 stop26h 19m

$160

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

sáb. 5/24

5:30 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 5/29

11:10 am-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$248

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

sáb. 5/24

12:00 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

sáb. 5/31

3:11 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop3h 39m

$248

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

mar. 6/10

6:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 10m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

mar. 6/17

6:45 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 35m

$249

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

sáb. 6/14

5:40 am-10:11 am

1 stop4h 31m

Memphis

sáb. 6/21

6:05 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 14m

$251

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

sáb. 6/14

5:40 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 48m

Nashville Intl

sáb. 6/21

6:23 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$257

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

sáb. 5/24

12:48 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops10h 06m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

sáb. 5/31

5:00 am-11:13 am

2 stops7h 13m

$259

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

sáb. 5/31

6:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Nashville Intl

sáb. 8/9

5:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$262

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

sáb. 7/12

3:47 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

sáb. 7/19

6:00 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops6h 44m

$265

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tennessee (average of $220). Flying from Des Moines to Tennessee in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Tennessee. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Tennessee as you normally would.

Rainfall in Tennessee by month

Plan your trip to Tennessee by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tennessee ranges from 2.8 - 5.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Tennessee when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Tennessee by month

Plan your trip to Tennessee by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tennessee, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tennessee

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tennessee. 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 Tennessee. Reviews last updated mayo 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Tennessee, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Tennessee?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Tennessee. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Tennessee flight route?

    Within the past month, 25 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Tennessee.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $44. Delta flights start at $129 while deals on American Airlines start at $216 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Tennessee?

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - Nashville Intl, Des Moines - Knoxville McGhee Tyson or Des Moines - Chattanooga Lovell Field when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to Tennessee.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $100 for a flight from Des Moines to Tennessee. The cheapest flight overall is $52 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Nashville Intl) is currently priced at $78.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Tennessee 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 Tennessee?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tennessee (average of $220). Flying from Des Moines to Tennessee in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Tennessee

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Tennessee. 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 mayo 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$78Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$273Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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