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$163+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Des Moines (SEA - DSM)

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SEA — DSM
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Des Moines are usually found in January or March, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 March 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$163
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$415
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 3/1712:41 pmSEA - DSM
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/229:01 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop13h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 5/246:00 amSEA - DSM
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
Wed 5/282:15 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop12h 28mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1711:59 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/185:11 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:35 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2312:49 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 5/36:20 amSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Mon 5/55:46 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/3$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:10 amSEA - DSM
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Fri 5/23:40 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$361
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 10/296:00 amSEA - DSM
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/312:29 pmDSM - SEA
2 stops11h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3$492

Find flights from Seattle to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 3, 2025.

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SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/17

12:41 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops24h 29m

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

9:01 pm-8:43 am

1 stop13h 42m

$257

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/24

6:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

2:15 pm-12:43 am

1 stop12h 28m

$292

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/17

11:59 pm-10:43 am

1 stop8h 44m

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

5:11 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$320

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/16

1:35 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

12:49 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$324

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/3

6:20 am-4:38 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

5:46 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$331

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/16

7:10 am-7:55 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

3:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 50m

$361

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 7/26

11:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Des Moines

Tue 7/29

6:01 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$502

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/17

12:49 am-11:14 am

1 stop8h 25m

$163

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/18

12:55 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$208

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/20

2:02 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$276

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seattle to Des Moines in March.
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
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 Seattle-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-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 Seattle-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 Seattle to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Seattle to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Seattle to Des Moines is 81 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 Seattle to Des Moines?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seattle to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 March 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

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
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

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
9,713 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

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
8,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

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
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

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 Seattle 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 Seattle to Des Moines round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $320, was found to be the cheapest airline from Seattle to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and American Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $163. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Seattle to Des Moines for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$311Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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