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$131+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Des Moines (DTT - 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 3/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — DSM
mar. 10 — mar. 171
lun. 3/10
lun. 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 marzo 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$131
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$408

Good round-trip deal

$409 or less

Good one-way deal

$254 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 5, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
lun. 3/177:25 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop24h 23mFrontier
lun. 3/248:17 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop16h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/5$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
vie. 4/46:36 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop5h 32mMultiple Airlines
dom. 4/61:27 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops30h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
mar. 4/16:50 amDTW - DSM
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
lun. 4/72:12 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/4$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
lun. 5/57:56 pmDTW - DSM
Nonstop1h 49mDelta
dom. 5/116:30 amDSM - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/4$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
mar. 4/19:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
lun. 4/73:34 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/5$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
mié. 4/21:35 pmDTW - DSM
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
mié. 4/96:40 amDSM - DTW
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/4$393

Find flights from Detroit to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 marzo 5, 2025.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 3/17

7:25 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop24h 23m

Des Moines

lun. 3/24

8:17 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$217

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 4/4

6:36 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Des Moines

dom. 4/6

1:27 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops30h 23m

$253

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

6:50 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Des Moines

lun. 4/7

2:12 pm-12:37 am

1 stop9h 25m

$275

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/5

7:56 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

Des Moines

dom. 5/11

6:30 am-9:18 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$309

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

9:10 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Des Moines

lun. 4/7

3:34 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$322

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 4/2

1:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Des Moines

mié. 4/9

6:40 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$393

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 3/13

7:25 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop23h 32m

$131

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/5

5:30 am-3:26 pm

1 stop10h 56m

$143

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 4/18

1:29 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$151

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 4/5

6:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$180

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

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 marzo 5, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Detroit to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets 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 marzo 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,044 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,655 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,315 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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 Detroit 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 airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Des Moines?

    Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Detroit All airports. Booking flights from All airports (DTT) to Des Moines (DSM) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily flights to Des Moines from 2 different airlines. 1h 47m is how long a flight from Detroit to Des Moines will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($217), American Airlines ($275), and Delta ($309) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Des Moines. You may be able to fly from Detroit to Des Moines for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $131 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $143 and $180, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to Des Moines consider choosing Air France (83%), WestJet (78%) or Delta (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to Des Moines is $254. On average you can expect to pay $376. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $254.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Detroit 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 marzo 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$338Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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