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$81+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Des Moines (TPA - DSM)

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TPA — DSM
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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

$207
(Frontier)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$503

Good one-way deal

$66 or less
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:00 amTPA - DSM
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Mon 3/178:17 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 3/2$207
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.
Fri 4/255:00 amTPA - DSM
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/281:31 pmDSM - TPA
2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$224
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.
Fri 3/288:20 pmTPA - DSM
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Tue 4/15:10 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 3/156:00 amTPA - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Mon 3/175:00 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/1$364
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 3/157:20 amTPA - DSM
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/173:25 pmDSM - TPA
2 stops17h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$461
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:00 amTPA - DSM
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/232:01 pmDSM - TPA
2 stops7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$482

Find flights from Tampa to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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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Tampa

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Wed 3/12

7:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 17m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

8:17 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 14m

$207

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 4/25

5:00 am-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

1:31 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops33h 04m

$224

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Fri 3/28

8:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

5:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$334

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 3/15

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

5:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$364

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 3/15

7:20 am-2:52 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

3:25 pm-10:15 am

2 stops17h 50m

$461

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sun 5/18

7:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

2:01 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops7h 44m

$482

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Wed 4/30

6:30 am-6:37 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$81

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Wed 5/14

9:22 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$91

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Tue 5/20

11:30 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$155

TampaDes Moines

TPA - DSM

TPADSM

Tampa

Sat 4/5

7:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$159

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

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Travel insights for flights from Tampa to Des Moines

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 Tampa 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 26% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,318 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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 Tampa 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 Tampa to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Tampa to Des Moines is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $207 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $334 and $364 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 52% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $155 and $159 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Tampa 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 5 airlines flying from Tampa to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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$86Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$121Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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