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$48+ Cheap flights from Boston to Des Moines (BOS - 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — DSM
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Boston Logan Intl to Des Moines are usually found in February or October, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Boston to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$48
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$424

Good round-trip deal

$166 or less

Good one-way deal

$86 or less
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Cheapest flights from Boston to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/2310:39 amBOS - DSM
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Fri 5/306:00 amDSM - BOS
Nonstop2h 49mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/1$144
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 6/210:39 amBOS - DSM
Nonstop3h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/65:19 pmDSM - BOS
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/85:15 amBOS - DSM
1 stop11h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/1311:51 amDSM - BOS
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 5/62:00 pmBOS - DSM
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Wed 5/215:50 pmDSM - BOS
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/1$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/56:00 amBOS - DSM
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/88:07 amDSM - BOS
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$324
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 5/65:55 pmBOS - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Tue 5/205:40 amDSM - BOS
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$371

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to Des Moines that are best for you.

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BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 5/23

10:39 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$144

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 6/2

10:39 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

5:19 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$194

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/8

5:15 am-3:26 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 5/13

11:51 am-10:07 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$275

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 5/6

2:00 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 5/21

5:50 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$285

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

8:07 am-5:21 pm

2 stops8h 14m

$324

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 5/6

5:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:40 am-4:35 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$371

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 5/23

10:39 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$48

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/1

7:48 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$90

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 5/25

5:07 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$143

BostonDes Moines

BOS - DSM

BOSDSM

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/1

8:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$160

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Boston to Des Moines in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Boston-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Boston-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Boston-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Boston-Des Moines 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 Boston-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Boston to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Boston with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Boston to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Boston to Des Moines is 64 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 month to book a flight from Boston to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Boston to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 BOS to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston 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 April 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Boston to Des Moines in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 55% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Boston to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,616 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
732 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Boston 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Boston to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Boston to Des Moines is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $144 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $275 and $285 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Boston to Des Moines for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Boston 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 $48. Users have also found prices from $143 and $160 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $55. While the most popular route (Boston Logan Intl - Des Moines) can be booked for $144 on average our data indicates $130 when flying from Boston to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Boston to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Boston to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Boston 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$134Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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