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$279+ Cheap flights from Harrisburg to Des Moines (MDT - 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDT — DSM
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Harrisburg to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Harrisburg (MDT) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$408
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Cheapest flights from Harrisburg to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Harrisburg to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 8/216:11 pmMDT - DSM
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/254:22 pmDSM - MDT
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 4/106:30 amMDT - DSM
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/143:34 pmDSM - MDT
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/86:21 pmMDT - DSM
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Wed 4/911:55 amDSM - MDT
2 stops10h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/26$356
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 5/213:50 pmMDT - DSM
2 stops27h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 5/235:25 pmDSM - MDT
2 stops17h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/25$497

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Harrisburg 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Harrisburg to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Harrisburg

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HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Thu 8/21

6:11 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

4:22 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$279

HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Thu 4/10

6:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

3:34 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$324

HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Tue 4/8

6:21 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

11:55 am-11:48 pm

2 stops10h 53m

$356

HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Wed 5/21

3:50 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

5:25 pm-11:32 am

2 stops17h 07m

$497

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Deals found on 3/25

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Harrisburg-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Harrisburg-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Harrisburg-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 Harrisburg-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 Harrisburg to Des Moines

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Harrisburg 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 March 26, 2025.

When flying from Harrisburg to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the morning.

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 March 26, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
730 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Harrisburg to Des Moines round-trip from $279. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $324, and Delta, from $356. You may be able to fly from Harrisburg to Des Moines for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Harrisburg 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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