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$47+ 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — DSM
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Wed 9/16
Wed 9/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 17, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/281:54 pm -
Nonstop2h 54m
Sun 8/309:50 pm -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/16$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/46:15 am -
Nonstop2h 55m
Sun 9/69:56 pm -
Nonstop3h 10m
Deal found 8/13$79
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/281:54 pm -
Nonstop2h 54m
Mon 8/318:54 pm -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/16$83
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/46:15 am -
Nonstop2h 55m
Mon 9/219:31 pm -
Nonstop3h 10m
Deal found 8/15$89
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 8/274:06 pm -
Nonstop2h 54m
Mon 8/318:54 pm -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/14$90
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/174:11 pm -
Nonstop2h 55m
Sun 9/209:56 pm -
Nonstop3h 10m
Deal found 8/17$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/238:44 pm -
1 stop12h 00m
Mon 9/289:31 pm -
Nonstop3h 10m
Deal found 8/13$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/252:53 pm -
Nonstop2h 55m
Mon 9/289:31 pm -
Nonstop3h 10m
Deal found 8/12$131
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 9/169:49 am -
Nonstop2h 42m
Fri 9/186:20 am -
Nonstop2h 59m
Deal found 8/13$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/238:44 pm -
1 stop12h 00m
Mon 9/288:30 pm -
1 stop5h 14m
Deal found 8/13$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/237:54 am -
Nonstop2h 43m
Mon 10/261:22 pm -
Nonstop3h 04m
Deal found 8/16$163
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 10/27:54 am -
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Mon 10/56:45 am -
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Deal found 8/15$167

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 August 17, 2026.

Round-trip from

$77
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One-way from

$47
(Super.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$412

Good round-trip deal

$206 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 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 August 17, 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 Phoenix-Mesa Gateway - DSM Des Moines

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 10/2

7:54 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 10/5

6:45 am-7:49 am

Nonstop3h 04m

$167

PhoenixDes Moines

PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - DSM Des Moines

PHXDSM

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/10

8:00 am-9:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 9/14

8:30 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop25h 21m

$190

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway - DSM Des Moines

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 11/13

8:52 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 11/15

1:42 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$227

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - DSM Des Moines

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/27

1:00 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 10/30

4:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$234

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway - DSM Des Moines

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Wed 10/14

9:54 am-2:37 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 10/18

1:38 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$247

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway - DSM Des Moines

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 10/2

7:54 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 10/4

7:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop17h 28m

$251

PhoenixDes Moines

AZA Phoenix-Mesa Gateway - DSM Des Moines

AZADSM

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Wed 10/28

9:54 am-2:37 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

1:22 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$260

TucsonDes Moines

TUS Tucson - DSM Des Moines

TUSDSM

Tucson

Sat 9/12

6:35 am-9:11 pm

2 stops12h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 9/19

5:45 am-12:34 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$262

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - DSM Des Moines

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/26

5:15 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 22m

$270

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - DSM Des Moines

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/26

11:15 am-4:10 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 9/29

12:55 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$272

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Best time to book a flight from Arizona to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Arizona with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Arizona to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 August 17, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% 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 August 17, 2026.

The most flights from USAZ to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Arizona to Des Moines?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Arizona to Des Moines flights typically cost between $377 and $510 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $184 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 14-Sep 21).

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

The best time to book flights from Arizona to Des Moines is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Arizona to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on August 15, 2026.

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

Related info for your journey

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 43m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Southwest, or Delta 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $65. Users have also found prices from $68 and $88 on Allegiant Air and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

    While on average a flight from Arizona to Des Moines is generally $423, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $131. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $211 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Arizona to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 Arizona to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 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 August 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$140Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$239Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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