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DSM — PHX
May 2 — May 91
Sat 5/2
Sat 5/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl are usually found in October or August, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sky Harbor Intl (PHX). 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 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$245
(Expedia)

One-way from

$79
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$377 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 13m
Frontier
Mon 6/15:15 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/48:23 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop13h 38m
Frontier
Tue 5/56:53 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop16h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$248
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/122:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Mon 6/155:15 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$250
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/172:04 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop23h 41m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:50 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop4h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/242:04 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 38m
Frontier
Sun 4/269:24 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop13h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/82:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:53 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop16h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/38:14 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop5h 33m
Frontier
Mon 4/66:50 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop10h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2410:14 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop15h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/307:25 am
PHX
-
DSM
2 stops35h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$261
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/202:16 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Tue 5/264:29 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop19h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:00 am
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop11h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/267:40 am
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$264
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/38:14 pm
DSM
-
PHX
1 stop5h 33m
Frontier
Sun 4/59:24 pm
PHX
-
DSM
1 stop19h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28$265
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 3/31$266

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl 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 April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

1:45 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/29

1:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$287

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/29

11:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$302

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

4:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/29

12:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$307

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

2:44 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/6

6:05 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$349

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sat 6/27

5:17 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/4

9:08 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$349

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

2:44 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/6

11:05 pm-9:46 am

1 stop8h 41m

$349

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

6:43 am-10:50 am

1 stop6h 07m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 6/12

12:41 am-10:14 am

1 stop7h 33m

$349

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

2:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/27

8:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$349

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

6:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 05m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/4

7:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$349

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

5:35 am-11:45 am

2 stops8h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/27

11:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$375

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/31

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl

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 Sky Harbor Intl in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sky Harbor Intl from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is 53 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (average of $157). Flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 54% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Sky Harbor Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sky Harbor Intl. 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Reviews last updated April 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,532 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
709 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,549 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
5.7
Fair
3,003 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,339 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. 7 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    For as low as $287, Southwest can have you in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport from Des Moines in 2h 55m. There are 1147 mi between Des Moines and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport round-trip?

    Allegiant Air, at $142, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Southwest. Allegiant Air is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $84 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $89 and Southwest from $106 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (86%) and Frontier (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $153. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $204 on average, our data indicates $427 when flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (average of $157). Flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 7 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$142Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$160Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$212Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$219Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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