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$79+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Clearwater, FL

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MCO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from Des Moines to Clearwater are usually found in September or July, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Clearwater

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Clearwater (CL9). 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 November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Clearwater
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Clearwater. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:07 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop17h 35mFrontier
Sun 12/810:29 pmTPA - DSM
1 stop18h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/111:00 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Wed 12/1811:02 amTPA - DSM
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/20$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/175:51 amDSM - TPA
2 stops7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/241:58 pmTPA - DSM
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/126:00 amDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/196:45 amTPA - DSM
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/122:15 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/172:50 pmTPA - DSM
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$366
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/137:30 amDSM - TPA
2 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/205:31 amTPA - DSM
1 stop17h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$370

Find flights from Des Moines to Clearwater within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Clearwater 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

5:07 pm-11:42 am

1 stop17h 35m

Tampa

Sun 12/8

10:29 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$158

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

2:06 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Tampa

Wed 2/19

5:03 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$316

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 12/11

7:39 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Tampa

Mon 12/16

5:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 08m

$317

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

7:30 am-11:47 pm

2 stops15h 17m

Tampa

Sat 1/11

8:53 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$320

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

5:30 am-5:20 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Tampa

Wed 2/19

6:55 am-12:20 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$327

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Thu 12/12

6:00 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Tampa

Thu 12/19

6:45 am-2:38 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$340

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-5:23 am

1 stop7h 42m

$79

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

3:39 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$100

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sat 1/18

3:28 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$158

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 2/10

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Clearwater

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater (average of $203). Flying from Des Moines to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 CL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Clearwater. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Clearwater?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Clearwater flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Clearwater by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Clearwater ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Clearwater when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Clearwater by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Clearwater, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Clearwater

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, American Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to Clearwater to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Clearwater per day from 6 airlines. 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 Clearwater one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $84. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Clearwater for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $182 for a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater. The cheapest flight overall is $82 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Tampa) is currently priced at $263.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Clearwater (average of $203). Flying from Des Moines to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 Clearwater

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Clearwater. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$114Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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