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

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PHL — DSM
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$81
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$453

Good round-trip deal

$313 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/28:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/27$122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 10/1712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:47 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 8/66:30 pmPHL - DSM
Nonstop3h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/136:00 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:30 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/56:45 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/246:00 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/281:31 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop9h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/225:20 amPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Mon 4/285:46 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/27$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 8/66:11 pmMDT - DSM
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/134:22 pmDSM - MDT
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$249
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/186:40 amPHL - DSM
1 stop13h 37mFrontier
Mon 4/218:17 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/86:00 amPIT - DSM
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/108:30 amDSM - PIT
1 stop26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/225:59 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Tue 4/296:25 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/27$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/164:50 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/237:25 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/285:45 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Wed 4/305:40 amDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$267

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pennsylvania 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Pennsylvania

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 5/23

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$122

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Thu 4/24

8:59 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops27h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

1:31 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops29h 33m

$198

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 4/24

6:00 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop29h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

1:31 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 38m

$225

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 4/22

5:20 am-10:41 am

1 stop6h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

5:46 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$229

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 9/11

6:35 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

6:20 pm-12:12 am

1 stop4h 52m

$234

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 8/6

8:15 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

6:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop4h 40m

$235

HarrisburgDes Moines

MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Wed 8/6

6:11 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

4:22 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$249

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Fri 4/18

6:40 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 4/21

8:17 pm-5:29 am

1 stop8h 12m

$250

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-3:28 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 4/10

8:30 am-12:17 pm

1 stop26h 47m

$254

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Tue 4/22

5:59 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

6:25 pm-12:56 am

1 stop5h 31m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Pennsylvania 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 March 28, 2025.

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

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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Pennsylvania to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $99 and $105 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Pennsylvania to Des Moines are New York LaGuardia - Des Moines, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Des Moines and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Des Moines.

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

    While on average a flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines is generally $553, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $310. When looking at the most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $265 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Pennsylvania 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$133Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$354Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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