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$81+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas

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 — DFW
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The best prices from Des Moines to Dallas are usually found in May or September, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Dallas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas (A78). 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$366
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

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August

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May

Average price

$483
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/72:41 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/95:40 amDFW - DSM
1 stop17h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$366
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/107:00 amDSM - DAL
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Sun 4/136:00 amDAL - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$367
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.
Wed 2/195:55 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Tue 2/256:30 amDFW - DSM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 1/20$375
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/255:00 amDSM - DFW
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/610:23 amDFW - DSM
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$382
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 3/278:10 amDSM - DFW
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/315:33 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$397
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/238:35 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Sun 3/302:17 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop5h 28mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$484
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.
Fri 2/145:34 amDSM - DAL
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Sun 2/164:02 pmDAL - DSM
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/20$675

Find flights from Des Moines to Dallas within your budget

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

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Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Fri 2/7

2:41 pm-4:37 am

1 stop13h 56m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 2/9

5:40 am-10:56 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$366

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DAL

DSMDAL

Des Moines

Mon 2/17

5:30 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Dallas Love Field

Thu 2/20

2:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$367

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

5:55 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 2/25

6:30 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 01m

$375

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

5:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 3/6

2:44 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$382

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DAL

DSMDAL

Des Moines

Thu 2/13

5:34 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 50m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 2/19

5:17 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$383

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Thu 3/27

8:10 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/31

5:33 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$397

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

8:35 pm-8:38 am

1 stop12h 03m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/30

2:17 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$484

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-8:38 am

1 stop11h 57m

$81

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DAL

DSMDAL

Des Moines

Mon 4/21

3:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$164

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Tue 2/18

5:55 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$164

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Dallas

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Dallas, you should look to book at least 32 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Dallas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Dallas, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Dallas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Dallas. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to A78 are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Dallas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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 Dallas. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Dallas to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,443 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dallas from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 9 outbound flights to Dallas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Dallas. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Southwest, at $367, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Dallas.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Southwest is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Dallas are Frontier ($81), Southwest ($164), and Delta ($164).

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

    Consider Japan Airlines (84%), Envoy Air (80%) or American Airlines (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Dallas.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $935 for a flight from Des Moines to Dallas. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $218.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Dallas

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Dallas. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$106Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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