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$173+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (PIT - DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — DSM
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Pittsburgh to Des Moines are usually found in July or August, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$286
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/148:46 amPIT - DSM
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/187:19 amDSM - PIT
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/30$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Sat 12/146:00 amPIT - DSM
2 stops6h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/188:45 amDSM - PIT
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/30$411
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/166:15 amPIT - DSM
2 stops9h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1711:29 amDSM - PIT
2 stops10h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Mon 12/24:41 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Tue 12/311:19 amDSM - PIT
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/1$696
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/277:33 pmPIT - DSM
2 stops19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/301:33 pmDSM - PIT
3 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$707

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PIT - DSM

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Pittsburgh

Fri 2/21

4:54 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

4:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$286

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 1/1

5:44 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Des Moines

Tue 1/7

1:49 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$291

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 1/31

9:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

6:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop3h 45m

$317

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 1/3

11:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Des Moines

Sun 1/5

6:30 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$346

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 5/29

7:24 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

8:30 am-10:41 pm

1 stop13h 11m

$402

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Fri 1/31

9:25 am-6:22 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

3:35 pm-8:12 pm

3 stops27h 37m

$437

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sun 3/16

6:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

$173

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sun 3/16

5:35 am-12:00 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$198

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sun 3/16

2:55 pm-2:19 pm

3 stops24h 24m

$1,197

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

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Travel insights for flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 PIT to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 December 2, 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 2, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
841 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Pittsburgh to Des Moines is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $286 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Southwest, starting at $291 and $317 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $173. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Pittsburgh to Des Moines for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$261Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$261Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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