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$73+ Cheap flights from Washington to Des Moines (DSM)

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SEA — DSM
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington (USWA) 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 18, 2024.

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$316
(Delta)

One-way from

$73
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Washington to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/313:22 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/75:45 amDSM - SEA
2 stops10h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$373
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/237:19 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop15h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/43:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$446
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/199:36 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop14h 03mFrontier
Mon 12/232:39 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop24h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$536
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/3012:31 amSEA - DSM
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/75:59 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$621
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/237:06 pmGEG - DSM
2 stops26h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/35:10 pmDSM - GEG
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$702
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/235:45 amPDX - DSM
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Sat 1/411:55 amDSM - PDX
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$751
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/188:25 amSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Thu 1/24:05 pmDSM - SEA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$809
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/315:20 amBLI - DSM
2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/72:37 pmDSM - BLI
2 stops11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$880
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/1812:06 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Thu 1/26:55 amDSM - SEA
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/17$917
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/196:20 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Sun 12/226:55 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/18$976
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/1912:56 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/225:40 amDSM - PDX
2 stops8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$981
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/286:00 amSEA - DSM
2 stops14h 57mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/111:58 amDSM - SEA
1 stop10h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,002

Find flights from Washington to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 18, 2024.

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SpokaneDes Moines

GEG - DSM

GEGDSM

Spokane

Tue 1/14

1:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

5:55 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$316

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/31

5:45 am-10:02 pm

1 stop14h 17m

Des Moines

Fri 2/7

2:41 pm-12:19 am

1 stop11h 38m

$324

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Fri 1/10

10:16 am-10:02 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 1/12

8:00 am-9:21 am

2 stops27h 21m

$330

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Tue 2/4

2:00 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 2/11

12:15 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$336

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 2/19

11:05 pm-9:49 am

1 stop8h 44m

Des Moines

Sat 2/22

3:00 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$346

SpokaneDes Moines

GEG - DSM

GEGDSM

Spokane

Tue 1/14

7:20 am-9:30 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

12:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$361

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Sun 1/26

11:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop8h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 1/29

11:35 am-6:43 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$371

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 12/31

3:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Des Moines

Tue 1/7

5:45 am-2:00 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$373

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/30

12:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 2/7

5:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$407

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 1/30

7:20 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

2:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$411

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Best time to book a flight from Washington to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Washington to Des Moines

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Des Moines?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 18, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from State of Washington to Des Moines as you normally would.

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 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines from Washington to Des Moines have to say. 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
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,055 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 Washington 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 Washington?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from Washington. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Des Moines one-way?

    $73 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $173 and $193, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from State of Washington to Des Moines consider Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Des Moines, Portland - Des Moines or Spokane - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to Des Moines?

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$249Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$395Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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