Des Moines

$81+ Cheap flights from Michigan to Des Moines (DSM)

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DTW — DSM
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Michigan (USMI) 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.

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Good one-way deal

$393 or less
From Michigan to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

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.
Thu 2/1310:11 amORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/164:00 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$189
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1312:15 pmORD - DSM
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Sun 2/166:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/20$209
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1310:19 amMDW - DSM
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Mon 2/1712:15 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 1/20$209
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2712:15 pmORD - DSM
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Sat 3/15:30 amDSM - ORD
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$214
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/275:25 amMDW - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Sat 3/15:30 amDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$214
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.
Tue 2/184:44 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/258:00 amDSM - MBS
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$249
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.
Thu 5/16:00 amDTW - DSM
2 stops13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/51:31 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$280
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.
Tue 2/186:00 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Tue 2/2512:15 pmDSM - MBS
2 stops9h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/21$289
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.
Wed 5/145:50 amDTW - DSM
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:04 amDSM - DTW
1 stop15h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$315
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.
Mon 3/103:34 pmGRR - DSM
1 stop8h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/166:45 pmDSM - GRR
1 stop3h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$322
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2712:48 pmORD - DSM
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/13:04 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$325
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 5/17:32 amDTW - DSM
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/56:45 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$327

Find flights from Michigan to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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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ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

10:11 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Des Moines

Mon 2/17

4:00 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

10:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 2/16

6:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/13

10:19 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Des Moines

Mon 2/17

12:15 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/27

5:25 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

5:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 40m

$214

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Tue 2/18

4:44 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

8:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$249

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

8:20 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

7:45 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$279

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

6:00 am-6:54 pm

2 stops13h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

1:31 pm-8:12 am

2 stops17h 41m

$280

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

12:15 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 2/27

5:30 am-1:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$287

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Tue 2/18

6:00 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

12:15 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops9h 18m

$289

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/14

5:50 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

6:04 am-10:32 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$315

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Michigan to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to Des Moines as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 Michigan to Des Moines, such as Delta, United Airlines and Frontier. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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.

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

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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.

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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.

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

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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 Michigan 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 Michigan?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Michigan.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Michigan to Des Moines are Frontier ($81), American Airlines ($95), and Delta ($105).

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

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

    Consider WestJet (87%), Korean Air (87%) or Delta (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Michigan to Des Moines.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $483 for a flight from Michigan to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $333 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines) is currently priced at $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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$214Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$242Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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