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$112+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alabama

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BHM
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Mi 4/2
Mi 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Alabama

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$112
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$770
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Alabama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Alabama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on März 28, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 7/126:07 pmDSM - VPS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Sa 7/199:17 pmVPS - DSM
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/26$166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sa 5/312:30 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Sa 5/105:45 amCHA - DSM
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/27$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mi 12/176:20 amDSM - HSV
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Mi 12/242:15 pmHSV - DSM
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/26$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sa 5/312:25 pmDSM - CHA
2 stops8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sa 5/106:30 amCHA - DSM
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 4/103:40 pmDSM - HSV
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
Mo 4/144:15 pmHSV - DSM
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sa 6/286:31 pmDSM - MOB
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Sa 7/55:30 pmMOB - DSM
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/27$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Di 4/292:15 pmDSM - BHM
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Di 5/135:56 pmBHM - DSM
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/26$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 4/298:00 amDSM - BHM
2 stops10h 28mUnited Airlines
Di 5/138:30 amBHM - DSM
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Di 5/611:30 amDSM - VPS
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Di 5/136:00 amVPS - DSM
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/26$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Di 4/226:25 pmDSM - PNS
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Di 4/296:00 amPNS - DSM
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/27$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Di 4/293:08 pmDSM - BHM
2 stops8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Di 5/135:35 amBHM - DSM
2 stops8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sa 8/25:00 amDSM - MOB
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mi 8/66:09 pmMOB - DSM
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$299

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alabama that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Alabama

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Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Sa 5/3

12:30 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sa 5/10

5:45 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 56m

$249

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Sa 5/3

12:25 pm-10:16 pm

2 stops8h 51m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sa 5/10

6:30 am-1:48 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$259

Des MoinesHuntsville

DSM - HSV

DSMHSV

Des Moines

Do 4/10

3:40 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop4h 06m

Huntsville

Mo 4/14

4:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$259

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Di 4/29

2:15 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Birmingham

Di 5/13

5:56 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$287

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Di 4/29

8:00 am-6:28 pm

2 stops10h 28m

Birmingham

Di 5/13

8:30 am-2:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$292

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

Di 4/29

3:08 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 27m

Birmingham

Di 5/13

5:35 am-1:48 pm

2 stops8h 13m

$297

Des MoinesPensacola

DSM - PNS

DSMPNS

Des Moines

Di 4/29

5:45 am-9:54 am

1 stop4h 09m

Pensacola

Sa 5/3

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

$297

Des MoinesBirmingham

DSM - BHM

DSMBHM

Des Moines

So 5/11

7:30 am-3:43 pm

2 stops32h 13m

Birmingham

So 5/18

4:38 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$304

Des MoinesPensacola

DSM - PNS

DSMPNS

Des Moines

Di 4/29

12:49 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops8h 16m

Pensacola

Sa 5/3

5:32 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 01m

$307

Des MoinesMobile

DSM - MOB

DSMMOB

Des Moines

Mi 6/4

2:15 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Mobile

Sa 6/14

5:30 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Alabama

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

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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 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 März 28, 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
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Alabama. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 $129. American Airlines flights start at $149 while deals on United Airlines start at $184 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 - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Alabama 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 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 März 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$244Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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