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$56+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alabama

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DSM — BHM
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$56
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$329
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Alabama
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mar. 3/187:48 pmDSM - ATL
1 stop17h 05mFrontier
mar. 3/259:23 pmATL - DSM
1 stop22h 54mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$134
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
lun. 4/146:30 amDSM - ATL
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/165:12 pmATL - DSM
1 stop26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
sáb. 7/196:30 pmDSM - MOB
1 stop4h 26mDelta
dom. 7/275:55 amMOB - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 2/20$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sáb. 4/51:59 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/126:00 amCHA - DSM
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sáb. 3/225:22 pmDSM - HSV
1 stop5h 15mDelta
sáb. 3/295:30 amHSV - DSM
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/19$249
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/26:07 pmDSM - VPS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
sáb. 8/98:36 pmVPS - DSM
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sáb. 3/227:00 amDSM - HSV
2 stops8h 24mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 3/297:20 amHSV - DSM
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mar. 5/66:25 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop4h 22mDelta
mar. 5/135:25 amBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/19$257
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lun. 3/37:00 amDSM - PNS
1 stop24h 53mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/53:17 pmPNS - DSM
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$260
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mar. 5/65:17 amDSM - BHM
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
mar. 5/138:23 amBHM - DSM
2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$262
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jue. 3/63:15 pmDSM - HSV
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/102:25 pmHSV - DSM
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$285
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lun. 3/106:30 pmDSM - VPS
1 stop4h 30mDelta
lun. 3/175:45 pmVPS - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 2/19$295

Find flights from Des Moines to Alabama within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Alabama 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Alabama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

mar. 3/18

7:48 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mar. 3/25

9:23 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$134

Des MoinesAtlanta

DSM - ATL

DSMATL

Des Moines

lun. 4/14

6:30 am-8:30 am

1 stop25h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mié. 4/16

5:12 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop26h 42m

$182

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

sáb. 4/5

1:59 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

sáb. 4/12

6:00 am-12:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$248

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

sáb. 3/22

5:22 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Huntsville

sáb. 3/29

5:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

$249

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

sáb. 3/22

7:00 am-3:24 pm

2 stops8h 24m

Huntsville

sáb. 3/29

7:20 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$254

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

mar. 5/6

6:25 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Birmingham

mar. 5/13

5:25 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 51m

$257

Des MoinesPensacola

DSM - PNS

DSMPNS

Des Moines

lun. 3/3

7:00 am-7:53 am

1 stop24h 53m

Pensacola

mié. 3/5

3:17 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$260

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

mar. 5/6

5:17 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 39m

Birmingham

mar. 5/13

8:23 am-4:37 pm

2 stops8h 14m

$262

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

jue. 3/6

3:15 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Huntsville

lun. 3/10

2:25 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$285

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

lun. 3/10

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

lun. 3/17

5:45 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$295

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Alabama

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Des Moines to Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 AL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Alabama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Alabama as you normally would.

Rainfall in Alabama by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alabama ranges from 3.4 - 5.2 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Alabama when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Alabama by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alabama, 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 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alabama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alabama. 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 Alabama. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Alabama to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Alabama?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Alabama one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. American Airlines flights start at $149 while deals on Delta start at $158 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Alabama?

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Alabama is Des Moines - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. You may also consider Des Moines - Pensacola or Des Moines - Mobile.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama (average of $376). Flying from Des Moines to Alabama in March is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 Alabama

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Alabama. 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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