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$86+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to Des Moines (DSM)

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MSP — DSM
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated April 25, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$86
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$443 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/2911:15 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Sat 5/315:30 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/24$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 6/78:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/146:45 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$219
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Wed 4/307:27 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/95:31 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Tue 5/137:01 amDSM - FAR
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/24$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 6/72:54 pmMSP - DSM
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/141:15 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop6h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/295:15 amMSP - DSM
2 stops6h 05mSouthwest
Sat 5/316:00 amDSM - MSP
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/24$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/107:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/124:04 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sat 4/263:49 pmFAR - DSM
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/275:00 amDSM - FAR
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 4/2611:33 amFAR - DSM
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/277:45 amDSM - FAR
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$424

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Minnesota

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/29

11:15 am-12:27 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

5:30 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$199

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/7

8:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

6:45 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$219

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Fri 5/9

5:31 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 5/13

7:01 am-12:17 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$239

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/7

2:54 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

1:15 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$254

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/29

5:15 am-11:20 am

2 stops6h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

$311

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/10

7:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

4:04 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$319

FargoDes Moines

FAR - DSM

FARDSM

Fargo Hector Field

Thu 5/1

4:51 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops23h 23m

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

3:34 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$761

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/21

7:26 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$86

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 6/25

5:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 00m

$137

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 5/24

12:37 pm-1:48 pm

1 stop25h 11m

$170

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 25, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to DSM are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 April 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Minnesota to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,284 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

    For a flight from Minnesota to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $86. Southwest flights start at $137 while deals on American Airlines start at $170 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Fargo Hector Field - Des Moines, Minneapolis St Paul - Des Moines or Duluth Intl - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from Minnesota to Des Moines.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Minnesota to Des Moines on time: Delta (81%), WestJet (81%), Endeavor Airlines (81%).

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

    While on average a flight from Minnesota to Des Moines is generally $464, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $228. When looking at the most popular route, (Fargo Hector Field - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $239 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Minnesota 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 25, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$239Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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