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$45+ Cheap flights from Arizona to Des Moines (DSM)

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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — DSM
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
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Cheap flight deals from Arizona to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Arizona to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Arizona to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 4/104:26 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
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LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15$129
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/91:06 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/18$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 5/223:53 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/299:36 pm
DSM
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LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15$141
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/231:06 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/110:14 pm
DSM
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LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16$149
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/124:29 pm
PHX
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DSM
1 stop19h 02m
Frontier
Wed 5/202:16 pm
DSM
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PHX
1 stop19h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$160
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/174:29 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/2410:14 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/19$164
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/185:38 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/19$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/208:00 am
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/259:42 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/17$167
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 5/223:53 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/292:16 pm
DSM
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LAS
1 stop11h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:06 pm
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/810:01 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/20$174
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 3/275:11 pm
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Sun 3/297:30 am
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16$178
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 6/194:11 pm
LAS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Mon 6/229:56 pm
DSM
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LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15$183

Find flight deals from Arizona to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Arizona to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated March 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$129
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$45
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$393

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$162 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Arizona to Des Moines 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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arizona to Des Moines that are best for you.

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PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Wed 6/10

2:21 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 6/15

7:00 am-7:57 am

Nonstop2h 57m

$205

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 6/12

8:47 am-1:27 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 6/15

7:00 am-7:57 am

Nonstop2h 57m

$205

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 7/10

10:15 am-3:02 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

8:30 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$212

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 5/8

5:30 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

1:11 pm-2:19 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$250

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 4/3

5:30 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

3:32 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$251

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Wed 4/1

1:13 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

3:32 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$269

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 6/5

8:47 am-1:27 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

7:00 am-7:57 am

Nonstop2h 57m

$270

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX - DSM

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/3

8:50 am-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

9:45 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$284

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Sun 5/10

10:00 am-10:47 pm

2 stops34h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

8:05 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$321

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA - DSM

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Thu 5/21

9:00 am-8:52 pm

2 stops33h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

8:30 am-9:30 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$324

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Best time to book a flight from Arizona to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Arizona to Des Moines

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to Des Moines (average of $113). Flying from Arizona to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 AZ to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Arizona to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 20, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Arizona to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Arizona to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Arizona to Des Moines. 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 March 20, 2026.

The most flights from USAZ to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Arizona to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Arizona?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Arizona, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Arizona to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Arizona to Des Moines in 2h 40m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1136 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $61. Users have also found prices from $65 and $89 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Phoenix-Mesa Gateway - Des Moines or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Des Moines, Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Des Moines is the most popular route from Arizona to Des Moines.

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

    Before booking your flight to Des Moines from Arizona, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Frontier (100%), Volaris (100%), Southwest( 86%).

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

    While on average a flight from Arizona to Des Moines is generally $309, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $143. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $257 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to Des Moines (average of $113). Flying from Arizona to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 Arizona to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Arizona to Des Moines. 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$67Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$199Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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