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$140+ Cheap flights from Washington to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — DSM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington to Des Moines

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 November 21, 2024.

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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.
Mon 12/237:19 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop15h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/43:24 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$303
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/153:09 pmSEA - DSM
1 stop22h 58mFrontier
Mon 12/232:39 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop24h 31mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$309
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 12/2612:45 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop22h 54mFrontier
Fri 1/32:39 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$344
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/55:15 amSEA - DSM
2 stops15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/92:50 pmDSM - SEA
2 stops11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:15 amPDX - DSM
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/55:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$406
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.
Fri 12/1310:10 amPDX - DSM
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/162:15 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/183:30 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/195:40 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/112:03 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Sun 12/157:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/21$420
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.
Fri 12/612:52 pmGEG - DSM
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Tue 12/107:00 amDSM - GEG
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 11/20$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:20 amSEA - DSM
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/318:50 amDSM - SEA
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/412:15 amSEA - DSM
1 stop12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/811:43 amDSM - SEA
1 stop13h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$476
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/56:05 amSEA - DSM
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Fri 12/65:39 pmDSM - SEA
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/21$506

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Fri 2/21

6:32 am-7:41 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 56m

$178

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Mon 12/23

7:19 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop15h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 1/4

3:24 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$303

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 12/15

3:09 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop22h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 12/23

2:39 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop24h 31m

$309

SpokaneDes Moines

GEG - DSM

GEGDSM

Spokane

Thu 1/16

6:00 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 1/25

6:43 am-1:04 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$322

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/8

12:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 1/12

5:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

$334

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Fri 2/7

1:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 2/16

7:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$339

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/16

5:30 am-10:56 pm

1 stop15h 26m

Des Moines

Mon 1/20

2:41 pm-12:14 am

1 stop11h 33m

$339

SpokaneDes Moines

GEG - DSM

GEGDSM

Spokane

Fri 1/17

1:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

12:55 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$347

PortlandDes Moines

PDX - DSM

PDXDSM

Portland

Thu 2/20

12:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

12:10 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$365

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/10

9:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops10h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 1/12

5:45 am-1:32 pm

2 stops9h 47m

$403

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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 November 21, 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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, American Airlines and United 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
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 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?

    $158 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $163 and $167, 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$245Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$395Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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