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$55+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Arizona

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DSM — PHX
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Arizona

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Round-trip from

$129
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One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$74 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Arizona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Arizona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/72:53 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1012:59 amLAS - DSM
1 stop16h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$131
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.
Mon 4/148:17 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop13h 48mFrontier
Thu 4/178:41 pmLAS - DSM
1 stop20h 36mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$133
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Sun 3/93:30 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 29mAllegiant Air
Thu 3/135:49 pmLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 52mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$148
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/22:53 pmDSM - AZA
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Sat 4/510:57 amAZA - DSM
Nonstop2h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$212
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/288:17 pmDSM - PHX
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Fri 4/48:24 amPHX - DSM
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$220
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/23:30 pmDSM - PHX
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Wed 4/911:20 amPHX - DSM
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$237
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.
Tue 3/115:59 pmDSM - PHX
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Mon 3/1711:40 pmPHX - DSM
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/19$257
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/96:30 amDSM - PHX
2 stops32h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/122:12 pmPHX - DSM
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$264
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/255:45 amDSM - PHX
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/295:15 amPHX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$283
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/192:29 pmDSM - PHX
Nonstop3h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/267:10 pmPHX - DSM
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$291
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2011:40 amDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Thu 3/271:40 pmLAS - DSM
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$304
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.
Tue 4/110:22 amDSM - LAS
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Mon 4/711:40 pmLAS - DSM
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 2/20$309

Find flights from Des Moines to Arizona within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Arizona 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 February 21, 2025.

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Des Moines

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Arizona

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

2:53 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/10

12:59 am-7:17 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$131

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

8:17 pm-8:05 am

1 stop13h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/17

8:41 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop20h 36m

$133

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

3:30 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/13

5:49 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$148

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - AZA

DSMAZA

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

2:53 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Sat 4/5

10:57 am-3:38 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$212

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 3/21

6:57 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop28h 54m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/25

9:15 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$219

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

3:30 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/9

11:20 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$237

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 3/25

5:59 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/7

11:40 pm-10:37 am

1 stop8h 57m

$257

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

6:30 am-1:17 pm

2 stops32h 47m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/12

2:12 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$264

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 3/21

6:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/26

7:10 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

$276

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 3/25

5:11 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/29

6:05 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$283

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Arizona

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Arizona (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Arizona in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 AZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Arizona. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 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 Arizona as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Arizona

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Arizona. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to USAZ are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Arizona by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Arizona ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Arizona when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Arizona by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Arizona, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Arizona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arizona. 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 Arizona. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Arizona to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Arizona. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $55. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Arizona for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl, Des Moines - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Des Moines - Phoenix-Mesa Gateway when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to Arizona.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Arizona?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Des Moines to Arizona consider choosing Envoy Air (94%), Alaska Airlines (92%) or American Airlines (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Arizona?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $135 on average our data indicates $796 when flying from Des Moines to Arizona.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Arizona (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Arizona in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Arizona

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Arizona. 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 February 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$270Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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