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$73+ Cheap flights from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — DSM
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Des Moines are usually found in August or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$330
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$73
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$598
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/237:19 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop15h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/43:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$446
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/235:45 amPDX - DSM
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Sat 1/411:55 amDSM - PDX
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$751
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/196:20 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Sun 12/226:55 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/18$976
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/1912:56 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/225:40 amDSM - PDX
2 stops8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$981
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/1812:59 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2212:47 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,106
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/216:00 amPDX - DSM
2 stops14h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/2911:58 amDSM - PDX
1 stop23h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,351

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 December 18, 2024.

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PDX - DSM

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Portland

Fri 1/10

10:16 am-10:02 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 1/12

8:00 am-9:21 am

2 stops27h 21m

$330

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Tue 2/4

2:00 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 2/11

12:15 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$336

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Sun 1/26

11:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop8h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 1/29

11:35 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$371

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 1/30

7:20 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

2:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$411

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Wed 3/12

10:06 am-7:17 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$73

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Wed 1/1

5:15 am-1:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$173

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Wed 3/12

1:39 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops7h 46m

$208

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Mon 12/23

7:19 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop15h 18m

$228

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 3/13

7:00 am-5:49 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$263

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Sun 3/9

7:20 pm-9:35 am

2 stops12h 15m

$302

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

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 Portland to Des Moines?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 18, 2024.

When flying from Portland to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Delta and United Airlines. 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
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($336), United Airlines ($371), and Southwest ($751) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland to Des Moines. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $73 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $173 and United Airlines from $208 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Portland 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 6 airlines flying from Portland to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$133Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$317Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$354Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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