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$256+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Des Moines (BUF - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — DSM
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$256
(Frontier)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/1411:24 amBUF - DSM
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
mar. 3/187:48 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop13h 36mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/156:22 amBUF - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
sáb. 3/225:22 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/19$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
vie. 3/145:51 pmBUF - DSM
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
mié. 3/191:00 pmDSM - BUF
2 stops8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/136:00 amBUF - DSM
2 stops9h 19mUnited Airlines
sáb. 3/223:34 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/141:15 pmBUF - DSM
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
vie. 3/215:45 amDSM - BUF
2 stops6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$443

Find flights from Buffalo to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Buffalo

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Des Moines

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Price

BuffaloDes Moines

BUF - DSM

BUFDSM

Buffalo

vie. 3/14

11:24 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Des Moines

mar. 3/18

7:48 pm-10:24 am

1 stop13h 36m

$256

BuffaloDes Moines

BUF - DSM

BUFDSM

Buffalo

sáb. 3/15

6:22 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 19m

Des Moines

sáb. 3/22

5:22 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 45m

$297

BuffaloDes Moines

BUF - DSM

BUFDSM

Buffalo

vie. 3/14

5:51 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Des Moines

mié. 3/19

1:00 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$347

BuffaloDes Moines

BUF - DSM

BUFDSM

Buffalo

jue. 3/13

6:00 am-2:19 pm

2 stops9h 19m

Des Moines

sáb. 3/22

3:34 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$417

BuffaloDes Moines

BUF - DSM

BUFDSM

Buffalo

vie. 3/14

1:15 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Des Moines

vie. 3/21

5:45 am-12:50 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$443

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Deals found on 2/19

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

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Buffalo 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 BUF to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 febrero 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Des Moines at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Buffalo to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Des Moines round-trip?

    Frontier, at $256, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Buffalo to Des Moines for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Buffalo 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 3 airlines flying from Buffalo to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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