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$446+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Gainesville (DSM - GNV)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — GNV
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Gainesville (GNV). 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 October 31, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$681

Round-trip from

$446
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Gainesville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Gainesville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 12/75:50 amDSM - GNV
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Wed 12/116:29 amGNV - DSM
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 10/30$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/262:02 pmDSM - GNV
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/295:58 pmGNV - DSM
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$592

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Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sat 12/7

5:50 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Gainesville Regional

Wed 12/11

6:29 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 04m

$446

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Thu 12/26

2:02 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Gainesville Regional

Sun 12/29

5:58 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$592

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Gainesville

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Gainesville (average of $356). Flying from Des Moines to Gainesville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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.

Rainfall in Gainesville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Gainesville ranges from 2.1 - 7.1 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.1 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Gainesville when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Gainesville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Gainesville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June 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 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Gainesville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gainesville. 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 Gainesville. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Gainesville for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Gainesville for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $446, but on average you can expect to pay $524.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Gainesville, with prices starting at $446. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $602 round trip. Delta is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does DSM to GNV mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while GNV stands for Gainesville Regional Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Gainesville that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Gainesville flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Gainesville with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Gainesville flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Gainesville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Gainesville that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Gainesville offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Gainesville?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Gainesville flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Gainesville flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Gainesville flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Gainesville (average of $356). Flying from Des Moines to Gainesville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Gainesville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Gainesville. 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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