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$101+ Cheap flights from Portland to Des Moines (PDX - DSM)

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PDX — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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 Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$101
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$374

Good round-trip deal

$236 or less
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/311:15 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/63:17 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$179
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/259:28 amPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
Thu 10/27:00 amDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 48mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$212
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/216:32 amPDX - DSM
1 stop11h 09mFrontier
Fri 3/78:17 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/212:59 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Tue 5/65:00 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 2/19$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/291:39 pmPDX - DSM
2 stops8h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/38:07 amDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/35:31 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/65:40 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/35:50 amPDX - DSM
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Tue 5/63:40 pmDSM - PDX
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$371
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 7/2711:00 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Fri 8/19:39 amDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$507

Find flights from Portland to Des Moines within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 4/3

11:15 am-10:14 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

3:17 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop23h 08m

$179

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Fri 4/11

6:40 am-7:17 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

8:17 pm-12:37 am

1 stop6h 20m

$280

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 5/29

6:13 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

3:45 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$315

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Wed 4/2

12:59 am-11:13 am

1 stop8h 14m

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

5:00 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$335

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Tue 4/29

1:39 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops8h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 5/3

8:07 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$342

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 4/3

5:31 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

5:40 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 53m

$360

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 4/3

5:50 am-5:55 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

3:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$371

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Sun 7/27

11:00 pm-8:57 am

1 stop7h 57m

Des Moines

Fri 8/1

9:39 am-4:41 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$507

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Sun 3/9

6:32 am-7:45 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$101

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Sun 7/13

6:02 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$163

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Des Moines

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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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 February 14, 2025.

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Des Moines (average of $336). 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 February 20, 2025.

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 58% versus a flight in the evening.

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 February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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, Frontier ($280), Allegiant Air ($315), and Delta ($335) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland to Des Moines. These flights start at 33% 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 $101 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $163 and American Airlines from $169 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $252 for a flight from Portland to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $236 while the most popular route, (Portland - Des Moines) is currently priced at $179.

  • 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.

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    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.

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    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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Des Moines (average of $336). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$133Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$334Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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