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$66+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso, FL (DSM - VPS)

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DSM — VPS
May 20 — May 271
Tue 5/20
Tue 5/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach are usually found in July or August, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Valparaiso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Valparaiso (VPS). 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$66
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$375

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Valparaiso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 15, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sat 5/315:28 pmDSM - VPS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Wed 6/45:36 pmVPS - DSM
Nonstop2h 23mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/255:40 amDSM - VPS
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Wed 7/21:00 pmVPS - DSM
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 5/15$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 5/2412:50 pmDSM - VPS
2 stops8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/305:00 pmVPS - DSM
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$301
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 5/309:13 amDSM - VPS
2 stops37h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/37:25 amVPS - DSM
2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$346

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DSM - VPS

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Des Moines

Sat 5/31

5:28 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 6/4

5:36 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$166

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

5:40 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 47m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 7/2

1:00 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$239

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

6:30 am-3:07 pm

2 stops8h 37m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 7/2

3:59 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$315

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

9:13 am-10:46 pm

2 stops37h 33m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 6/3

7:25 am-9:41 am

2 stops26h 16m

$346

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

2:21 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$66

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

2:29 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$121

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

5:00 am-11:42 am

2 stops6h 42m

$126

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DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

7:30 am-5:02 pm

3 stops33h 32m

$257

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida, you should look to book at least 33 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 Valparaiso, Florida?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $386). 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 VPS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Valparaiso. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Valparaiso by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Valparaiso, Florida ranges from 3.1 - 7.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.5 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Valparaiso, Florida when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Valparaiso by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Valparaiso, Florida, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Valparaiso

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Valparaiso. 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 Valparaiso. Reviews last updated May 15, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Valparaiso, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Allegiant Air and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
733 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($166), Delta ($239), and American Airlines ($315) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida. Allegiant Air is priced at 54% 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 Valparaiso, Florida one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $66. Users have also found prices from $121 and $126 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida? While on average our users pay $219, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (Des Moines - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach), is priced around $120.

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

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Valparaiso, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $386). 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 Valparaiso

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$144Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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