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$55+ Cheap flights from Maryland to Des Moines (DSM)

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BWI — DSM
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
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Cheap flight deals from Maryland to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Maryland (USMD) 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 21, 2025.

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$120
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One-way from

$55
(Frontier)
From Maryland to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Maryland to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/111:23 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop29h 34mFrontier
Wed 3/196:57 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop11h 33mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$120
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/108:21 amBWI - DSM
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Mon 3/176:57 pmDSM - BWI
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/217:00 amDCA - DSM
1 stop13h 41mFrontier
Mon 2/248:41 pmDSM - DCA
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$150
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:03 pmIAD - DSM
1 stop25h 45mFrontier
Sat 3/227:57 pmDSM - IAD
1 stop19h 57mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/226:00 amBWI - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Tue 2/256:30 amDSM - BWI
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Deal found 1/21$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 4/157:10 amBWI - DSM
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 4/166:40 amDSM - BWI
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/109:31 amPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/153:34 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/1310:50 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/1512:50 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$305
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/47:00 amBWI - DSM
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:32 pmDSM - BWI
3 stops28h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$310
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/76:00 amPHL - DSM
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:32 pmDSM - PHL
2 stops17h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 3/110:08 amDCA - DSM
Nonstop3h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/512:57 pmDSM - DCA
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 4/176:00 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Sun 4/206:20 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/21$335

Find flights from Maryland to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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 21, 2025.

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PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 3/11

1:23 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop29h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

6:57 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 33m

$120

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/10

8:21 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

6:57 pm-7:21 am

1 stop11h 24m

$130

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/21

7:00 am-7:41 pm

1 stop13h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop14h 22m

$150

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

IAD - DSM

IADDSM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

6:03 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

7:57 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$184

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/28

10:48 am-11:25 pm

2 stops13h 37m

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

3:04 pm-5:18 am

1 stop13h 14m

$290

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

6:30 am-11:41 am

1 stop4h 11m

$297

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/8

6:30 am-4:09 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

3:34 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$302

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 4/10

9:31 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

3:34 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$303

BaltimoreDes Moines

BWI - DSM

BWIDSM

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/8

11:05 am-7:55 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

6:40 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$307

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/4

10:09 am-12:21 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

12:55 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$323

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Maryland to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland 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 21, 2025.

When flying from Maryland to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Maryland to Des Moines, such as American Airlines, Frontier and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
6.1
Okay
3,443 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Maryland 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Maryland?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Maryland, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $152 and $162 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Maryland to Des Moines?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Des Moines or Baltimore/Washington - Des Moines, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines is the most popular route from Maryland to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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