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$184+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Buffalo (DSM - BUF)

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DSM — BUF
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Buffalo (BUF). 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$368
(Delta)

One-way from

$184
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$541
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

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.
vie. 4/187:15 amDSM - BUF
1 stop6h 03mDelta
mié. 4/236:00 amBUF - DSM
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 2/20$368
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.
vie. 4/187:25 amDSM - BUF
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/236:00 amBUF - DSM
2 stops6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$377
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/91:35 pmDSM - BUF
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
lun. 6/165:05 amBUF - DSM
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
lun. 5/2611:16 amDSM - BUF
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/318:25 amBUF - DSM
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$437
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/216:57 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop14h 27mFrontier
dom. 3/2311:24 amBUF - DSM
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$603

Find flights from Des Moines to Buffalo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Buffalo 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.

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Buffalo

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Price

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

vie. 4/18

7:15 am-2:18 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Buffalo

mié. 4/23

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$368

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

vie. 4/18

7:25 am-2:44 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Buffalo

mié. 4/23

6:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops6h 55m

$377

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

lun. 6/9

5:25 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Buffalo

lun. 6/16

5:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$402

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

lun. 5/26

11:16 am-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Buffalo

sáb. 5/31

8:25 am-4:18 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$437

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

vie. 3/21

6:57 pm-10:24 am

1 stop14h 27m

Buffalo

dom. 3/23

11:24 am-6:12 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$603

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

dom. 4/6

6:20 am-12:08 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$184

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

dom. 7/6

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$254

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

dom. 4/6

6:47 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$315

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Deals found on 2/20

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Buffalo 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-Buffalo 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 Buffalo

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Des Moines to Buffalo in December 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.

Rainfall in Buffalo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Buffalo ranges from 2.5 - 4.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Buffalo when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Buffalo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Buffalo, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Buffalo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Buffalo. 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 Buffalo. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Buffalo round-trip?

    Delta, at $368, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Buffalo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. These flights start at 11% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $184. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Buffalo for a low price.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Des Moines to Buffalo in December 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Buffalo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Buffalo. 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
DeltaCheapest$196Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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