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$86+ Cheap flights from Ontario to Des Moines (ONT - DSM)

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ONT — DSM
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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Cheap flight deals from Ontario to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ontario (ONT) 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 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$376
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Cheapest flights from Ontario to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ontario to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/612:59 amONT - DSM
1 stop16h 18mFrontier
Sun 3/98:35 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Deal found 1/15$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 10/1711:59 pmONT - DSM
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/207:43 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/251:40 pmONT - DSM
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/18:47 amDSM - ONT
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 6/194:10 pmONT - DSM
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Mon 6/236:25 amDSM - ONT
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/14$522
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:55 pmONT - DSM
2 stops20h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/2012:48 pmDSM - ONT
2 stops23h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/286:00 amONT - DSM
2 stops13h 18mDelta
Sun 3/212:15 pmDSM - ONT
2 stops12h 17mDelta
Deal found 1/15$579

Find flights from Ontario to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ontario 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 17, 2025.

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OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Thu 2/13

4:19 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop25h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 2/28

8:41 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 28m

$240

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Tue 2/11

7:05 am-5:36 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

5:34 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 21m

$337

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Wed 4/2

12:50 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops9h 01m

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

2:37 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$342

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Tue 3/25

1:40 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

8:47 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$417

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Wed 4/2

6:00 am-10:16 pm

2 stops14h 16m

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

11:52 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 07m

$614

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Thu 4/24

1:19 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$86

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Tue 2/11

6:10 am-1:26 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$169

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Mon 2/17

8:15 am-5:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$204

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Sat 2/1

1:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$209

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Fri 1/31

1:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$254

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Ontario to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Ontario-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Ontario-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Ontario-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Ontario-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 Ontario-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 Ontario to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Ontario with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Ontario to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Ontario 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 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Ontario to Des Moines in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ontario to Des Moines, such as United Airlines and Alaska 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
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $240. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $337 and $342, respectively. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $169 and $204 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ontario to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Ontario 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 5 airlines flying from Ontario to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Ontario 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$166Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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