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$75+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Des Moines (DTT - DSM)

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DTT — DSM
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
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 January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$286
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$534

Good one-way deal

$393 or less
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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 January 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/141:06 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop11h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/217:30 amDSM - DTW
1 stop14h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/135:10 amDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/166:16 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/28$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 5/14:35 pmDTW - DSM
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Sun 5/47:35 amDSM - DTW
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 3/94:25 pmDTW - DSM
Nonstop1h 54mDelta
Sun 3/165:00 pmDSM - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Deal found 1/29$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 9/306:00 amDTW - DSM
2 stops8h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/58:00 amDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$434

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 January 30, 2025.

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DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/14

1:06 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 3/21

7:30 am-11:24 pm

1 stop14h 54m

$286

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

6:30 am-2:46 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

6:40 am-2:43 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$321

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

6:00 am-10:45 am

2 stops5h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 3/2

7:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$398

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/9

4:25 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Des Moines

Sun 3/16

5:00 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$409

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/13

6:10 am-2:19 pm

2 stops9h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 3/16

6:45 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop26h 16m

$516

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

1:28 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$75

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

10:12 am-11:31 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$152

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/29

2:58 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$163

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

4:05 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$169

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/25

10:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$206

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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 January.
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 January 30, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% 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 January 30, 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
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,424 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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 7 daily flights to Des Moines from 2 different airlines. 1h 50m 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, American Airlines ($378), Delta ($409), and Southwest ($474) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Des Moines. You may be able to fly from Detroit to Des Moines for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $75 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 $163 and $169, 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 WestJet (87%), Korean Air (87%) or Delta (83%) 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 $333. On average you can expect to pay $483. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $252.

  • 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$298Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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