HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Des Moines

$138+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines (SLC - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — DSM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Salt Lake City to Des Moines are usually found in September or June, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$421

Round-trip from

$138
(CheapOair)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Salt Lake City-Des Moines flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Salt Lake City-Des Moines flights.
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 44% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in November 2024
Search Deals
From Salt Lake City to Des Moines
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:45 pmSLC - DSM
1 stop20h 22mFrontier
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop19h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/144:20 pmSLC - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/26:17 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$331
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:30 amSLC - DSM
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/92:50 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$403
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/141:10 pmSLC - DSM
2 stops7h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/25:10 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$406
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2811:05 amSLC - DSM
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Mon 12/26:25 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/20$582
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:35 pmSLC - DSM
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Sat 12/283:30 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$676
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/228:52 pmSLC - DSM
3 stops18h 43mWestJet
Thu 12/266:25 amDSM - SLC
3 stops29h 02mWestJet
Deal found 11/19$2,108

Find flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salt Lake City 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 12/5

6:45 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop20h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

5:07 pm-11:55 am

1 stop19h 48m

$138

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Wed 2/19

3:28 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

2:37 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$296

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Wed 2/19

10:00 am-11:30 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

5:13 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$371

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 12/5

6:30 am-2:00 pm

3 stops30h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

2:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$403

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Mon 12/23

12:35 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Des Moines

Sat 12/28

3:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$676

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 12/22

8:52 pm-4:35 pm

3 stops18h 43m

Des Moines

Thu 12/26

6:25 am-10:27 am

3 stops29h 02m

$2,108

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 12/22

2:38 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$199

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 12/22

4:45 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$239

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 1/5

6:30 am-2:00 pm

3 stops30h 30m

$376

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 12/22

8:52 pm-4:35 pm

3 stops18h 43m

$1,268

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/19

Compare providers for flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Salt Lake City to Des Moines in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Salt Lake City-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Salt Lake City-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Salt Lake City-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Salt Lake City-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 Salt Lake City-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 Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Salt Lake City with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 November 21, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 62% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines, such as American Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines round-trip from $138. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $296, and United Airlines, from $371. You may be able to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines are United Airlines ($199), Southwest ($239), and WestJet ($1,268).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

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

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Salt Lake City 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines