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$74+ Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN to Des Moines (DSM)

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MSP — DSM
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Saint Paul to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Saint Paul (SA1) 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 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$299
(Delta)

One-way from

$74
(Frontier)

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June

Average price

$437
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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/293:00 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Mon 12/306:45 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/265:25 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/285:45 amDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$598
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/293:15 pmMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Mon 12/306:55 amDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/21$717

Find flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 23, 2024.

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MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/21

10:10 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 1/28

12:15 pm-1:34 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$299

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/21

6:20 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 1/28

4:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$308

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/7

5:24 am-10:08 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 1/12

6:00 pm-2:08 pm

1 stop44h 08m

$320

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/26

8:01 pm-1:39 pm

1 stop17h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

2:39 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$345

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/6

5:00 am-10:44 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

2:41 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$355

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 1/6

1:45 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Des Moines

Fri 1/10

6:45 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$477

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 2/24

9:54 am-6:17 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$74

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/22

6:20 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$154

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/3

5:00 am-10:44 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$185

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/20

10:10 am-11:31 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Saint Paul 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 SA1 to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Saint Paul 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 23, 2024.

When flying from Saint Paul to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Saint Paul to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Saint Paul to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SA1 to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and Southwest from Saint Paul to Des Moines to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,469 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Saint Paul 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Saint Paul?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines. 1 airline have flights to Des Moines from Saint Paul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from Saint Paul per day.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $74. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Saint Paul to Des Moines for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Saint Paul to Des Moines?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines consider choosing Air France (93%), WestJet (92%) or KLM (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Saint Paul to Des Moines?

    On average you can expect to pay $478 for a flight from Saint Paul to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $450 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Des Moines) is currently priced at $299.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to Des Moines?

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