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$49+ Cheap flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines (JAX - 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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JAX — DSM
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Jacksonville to Des Moines are usually found in April or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Jacksonville to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jacksonville (JAX) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$159
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$49
(Gotogate)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$341

Good round-trip deal

$104 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jacksonville to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 6/59:44 amJAX - DSM
1 stop13h 53mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/88:30 amDSM - JAX
Nonstop2h 37mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/13$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 6/59:44 amJAX - DSM
2 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/88:30 amDSM - JAX
Nonstop2h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 6/116:13 pmJAX - DSM
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/145:32 pmDSM - JAX
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 8/217:35 pmJAX - DSM
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Tue 8/264:35 pmDSM - JAX
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/14$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 8/218:00 amJAX - DSM
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/269:09 amDSM - JAX
2 stops11h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/295:35 amJAX - DSM
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Wed 5/711:26 amDSM - JAX
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/14$366

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Jacksonville 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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Jacksonville

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 6/5

9:44 am-10:37 pm

1 stop13h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

8:30 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$159

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 6/5

12:57 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

6:30 am-4:18 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$236

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Wed 6/11

6:13 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

5:32 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 48m

$301

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 8/21

7:35 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

4:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$318

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-1:56 pm

2 stops7h 56m

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-5:43 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$328

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Tue 4/29

5:35 am-10:41 am

1 stop6h 06m

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

11:26 am-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$366

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 5/22

12:57 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$49

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Mon 5/26

6:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$160

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 5/22

5:10 am-12:27 pm

2 stops8h 17m

$165

JacksonvilleDes Moines

JAX - DSM

JAXDSM

Jacksonville

Thu 5/15

5:50 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops23h 03m

$179

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Jacksonville to Des Moines in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Jacksonville-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Jacksonville-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Jacksonville-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Jacksonville-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Jacksonville-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 Jacksonville to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Jacksonville 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 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Jacksonville to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 81% on airfare.

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 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
7,917 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
8,658 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Jacksonville to Des Moines round-trip from $159. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $301, and Southwest, from $318. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $160 and $165, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $108 for a flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Jacksonville - Des Moines) is currently priced at $93.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Jacksonville to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Jacksonville 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 4 airlines flying from Jacksonville to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Jacksonville 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$81Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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