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$282+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Anchorage (DSM - ANC)

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ANC
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Anchorage are usually found in April or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Anchorage (ANC). 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 January 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$464
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$282
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$534
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 4/32:29 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/77:00 amANC - DSM
2 stops13h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 5/191:31 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Wed 5/2810:30 pmANC - DSM
1 stop19h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/20$663
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:00 amDSM - ANC
3 stops17h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/38:05 pmANC - DSM
2 stops14h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$693
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/41:01 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops25h 58mAlaska Airlines
Sat 2/89:43 pmANC - DSM
1 stop12h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$735

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Anchorage 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 January 20, 2025.

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Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

2:29 pm-12:28 am

2 stops12h 59m

Anchorage

Mon 4/7

7:00 am-11:46 pm

2 stops13h 46m

$464

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Mon 5/19

1:31 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Anchorage

Wed 5/28

10:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$663

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

1:01 pm-11:59 am

2 stops25h 58m

Anchorage

Sat 2/8

9:43 pm-1:26 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$735

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 2/6

5:15 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Anchorage

Mon 2/10

11:59 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$810

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 2/28

12:55 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$282

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 2/28

12:15 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$462

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

8:00 am-10:52 pm

3 stops17h 52m

$493

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Anchorage

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Anchorage including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Anchorage. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Anchorage. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from Des Moines to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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 ANC?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Anchorage in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Anchorage by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Anchorage ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Anchorage when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Anchorage by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Anchorage, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. 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 Anchorage. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Anchorage is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $464 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Alaska Airlines, starting at $663 and $735 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $282 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $462 and United Airlines from $493 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage 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 Anchorage?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage (average of $456). Flying from Des Moines to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Anchorage

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Anchorage. 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$518Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$560Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$562Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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