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$204+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Tucson (DSM - TUS)

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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — TUS
May 3 — May 101
Sat 5/3
Sat 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Tucson are usually found in August or July, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Tucson (TUS). 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 April 28, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$285
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$204
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$474
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Tucson
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Tucson. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 8/235:45 amDSM - TUS
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Tue 8/2612:40 pmTUS - DSM
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/27$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 8/239:31 amDSM - TUS
2 stops6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2611:55 amTUS - DSM
2 stops9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 9/2311:34 amDSM - TUS
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/264:30 pmTUS - DSM
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sat 11/85:25 amDSM - TUS
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Tue 11/1110:40 amTUS - DSM
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/27$386

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

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DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

5:30 am-8:08 am

1 stop4h 38m

Tucson

Sun 5/25

9:23 am-4:37 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$327

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DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Thu 7/17

10:56 am-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 38m

Tucson

Sun 7/20

12:55 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$413

Des MoinesTucson

DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

3:40 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Tucson

Sun 5/25

5:50 am-3:10 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$477

Des MoinesTucson

DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

8:07 am-2:39 pm

2 stops8h 32m

Tucson

Mon 5/12

9:37 am-9:52 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$647

Des MoinesTucson

DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Mon 5/19

4:04 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$204

Des MoinesTucson

DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

8:00 am-8:56 am

2 stops26h 56m

$559

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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-Tucson flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Tucson flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Tucson flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Tucson flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Tucson 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 Tucson

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Tucson. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Tucson is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from Des Moines to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 TUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Tucson. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 28, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Tucson, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Tucson by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tucson ranges from 0.2 - 2.4 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Tucson when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Tucson by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tucson, 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 87.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated April 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Tucson, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
4,292 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
4,292 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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

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

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($285), Southwest ($290), and Delta ($302) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Tucson. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Tucson for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tucson (average of $364). Flying from Des Moines to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Tucson

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Tucson. 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 April 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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