Cheap flights from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - DSM) from $68
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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
PDX — DSM
May 21 — May 281
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The best prices from Portland to Des Moines are usually found in October or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Sunday
Cheap flight deals from Portland to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 16, 2024.
Popular in | December |
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Cheapest in | October |
Round-trip from | $323 |
One-way from | $168 |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland to Des Moines?
Flights from Portland to Des Moines are found to be more expensive on Monday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Des Moines.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to Des Moines?
Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 38 days in advance to save up to 96% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 38 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Portland to Des Moines 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $326, or $326 for flights within the next 24 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Des Moines?
October can be a great time to fly to Des Moines from Portland with a flight ticket averaging about $419. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as $100. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - DSM)?
When flying from Portland to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the afternoon.
Cheap Frontier flights from Portland to Des Moines
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Portland and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Consider these cheap Frontier flights we've found departing from Portland to Des Moines. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$136
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Thu 6/62:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop18h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$150
Fri 5/3112:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$152
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Fri 6/73:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$169
Sun 6/212:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 54mFrontier
Wed 6/59:19 amDSM - PDX
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$171
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Wed 6/59:19 amDSM - PDX
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$172
Fri 5/3112:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Fri 6/73:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$188
Thu 5/3012:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Fri 6/73:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$191
Wed 9/412:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 27mFrontier
Sun 9/89:15 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop28h 25mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$204
Cheap Allegiant Air flights from Portland to Des Moines
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Allegiant Air for the route between Portland and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Allegiant Air flights traveling from Portland to Des Moines. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sun 8/2510:58 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/111:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$167
Thu 9/51:29 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/811:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$183
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Thu 6/67:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$194
Thu 9/51:29 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/811:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/16$197
Thu 5/239:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/267:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$201
Sun 8/2510:58 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 9/511:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$203
Thu 8/291:28 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/111:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$208
Sun 6/29:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Thu 6/67:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$214
Thu 8/291:28 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 9/511:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$241
Cheap Portland to Des Moines flights in May & June 2024
Find cheap flight options from Portland to Des Moines specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Portland to Des Moines in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$136
Fri 6/712:49 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 30mFrontier
Wed 6/129:19 amDSM - PDX
1 stop16h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/16$141
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Thu 6/62:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop18h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$150
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$151
Fri 5/3112:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$152
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/39:42 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$155
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/59:19 amDSM - PDX
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$164
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Fri 6/73:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$169
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/39:42 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$170
Portland to Des Moines 2024 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Portland and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Portland to Des Moines in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$136
Fri 6/712:49 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 30mFrontier
Wed 6/129:19 amDSM - PDX
1 stop16h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/16$141
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Thu 6/62:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop18h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$150
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$151
Fri 5/3112:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Sat 6/89:21 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$152
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/39:42 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$155
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/59:19 amDSM - PDX
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$164
Sun 8/2510:58 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/111:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$167
Tue 5/2812:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Fri 6/73:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$169
Non-stop flights to Des Moines from Portland
Discover non-stop flight options from Portland to Des Moines. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Portland to Des Moines. Users seeking other options on flights from Portland to Des Moines should update the search form at the top of the page.
Sun 8/2510:58 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/111:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$167
Thu 9/51:29 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/811:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$183
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Thu 6/67:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$194
Thu 9/51:29 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/811:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/16$197
Sun 8/2510:58 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 9/511:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$203
Thu 8/291:28 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/111:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$208
Sun 6/29:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Thu 6/67:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$214
Thu 8/291:28 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 9/511:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$241
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/97:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$276
Portland to Des Moines flights leaving soon
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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Portland to Des Moines. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Thu 5/239:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/267:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$201
Sun 5/2612:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 54mFrontier
Fri 6/73:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop18h 12mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$253
Thu 5/239:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/279:42 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$269
Thu 5/239:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/279:42 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$270
Thu 5/2312:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/267:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$301
Thu 5/2312:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Mon 5/279:42 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop28h 01mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$318
Thu 5/235:20 amPDX - DSM
1 stop16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/267:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$349
Thu 5/239:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/269:00 amDSM - PDX
2 stops26h 24mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$351
Fri 5/246:00 amPDX - DSM
1 stop14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/267:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$418
One-way flights to Des Moines from Portland
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Users traveling one-way from Portland to Des Moines can select one of these great deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Portland to Des Moines instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 5/309:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$68
Thu 5/239:33 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 5/15$97
Fri 5/2412:48 amPDX - DSM
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$99
Thu 6/138:52 amPDX - DSM
1 stop27h 32mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$140
Thu 6/138:52 amPDX - DSM
1 stop27h 32mFrontier
Deal found 5/16$141
Tue 7/27:53 amPDX - DSM
1 stop26h 45mFrontier
Deal found 5/16$145
Tue 7/27:53 amPDX - DSM
1 stop26h 45mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$146
Tue 8/271:23 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$151
Thu 5/306:18 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$152
Find flights from Portland to Des Moines within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Des Moines 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
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Tue 5/28
1 stop12h 27m
Des Moines
Sat 6/8
1 stop13h 24m
$136
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PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 5/28
1 stop12h 27m
Des Moines
Thu 6/6
1 stop18h 21m
$150
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PDX - DSM
PDXDSM
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Thu 5/30
Nonstop3h 25m
Des Moines
Sat 6/8
1 stop13h 24m
$151
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PDX - DSM
PDXDSM
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Fri 5/31
1 stop18h 00m
Des Moines
Sat 6/8
1 stop13h 24m
$152
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Thu 5/30
Nonstop3h 25m
Des Moines
Mon 6/3
1 stop28h 07m
$155
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PDX - DSM
PDXDSM
Portland
Sun 8/25
Nonstop3h 21m
Des Moines
Sun 9/1
Nonstop3h 38m
$167
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PDXDSM
Portland
Tue 8/27
1 stop8h 34m
Des Moines
Tue 9/3
1 stop5h 57m
$302
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PDXDSM
Portland
Mon 8/26
1 stop9h 34m
Des Moines
Sun 9/1
1 stop6h 43m
$320
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Mon 6/3
1 stop5h 30m
Des Moines
Wed 6/5
1 stop7h 22m
$340
When is the best time to book a flight from Portland to Des Moines?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Des Moines?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Average price of flights to Des Moines by month
Plan your trip from Portland to Des Moines by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Portland to Des Moines is currently $127 while a round-trip flight costs $208. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Portland to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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.
January
$323
February
$364
March
$396
April
$387
May
$375
June
$446
July
$415
August
$383
September
$344
October
$370
November
$384
December
$365
Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month
Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
DSM Temperature | 23 - 77 °F |
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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Allegiant Air and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9,157 reviews
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.3
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
9,157 reviews
9,157 reviews
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.3
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
10,673 reviews
9,157 reviews
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.3
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
2,919 reviews
9,157 reviews
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.3
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
1,018 reviews
9,157 reviews
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.3
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
10,924 reviews
9,157 reviews
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.3
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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