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$72+ Cheap flights from Wisconsin to Des Moines (DSM)

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MKE — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Find flight deals from Wisconsin to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Wisconsin to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wisconsin to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/146:30 amORD - DSM
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Sun 3/237:02 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$170
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/134:24 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/176:16 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/19:09 amORD - DSM
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/41:27 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/136:15 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Mon 3/175:00 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/20$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/2912:40 pmORD - DSM
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sat 5/38:30 amDSM - ORD
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/75:07 pmMSN - DSM
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Tue 3/116:52 amDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 28mDelta
Deal found 2/20$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/286:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Sun 3/308:35 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop26h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$230
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/1312:49 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/166:45 pmDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 4/49:20 amMSP - DSM
1 stop13h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/71:31 pmDSM - MSP
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/2510:05 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Sun 4/275:46 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:38 amMSP - DSM
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/276:14 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop40h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/76:15 amMSN - DSM
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/86:45 pmDSM - MSN
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$310

Find flights from Wisconsin to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Wisconsin 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 February 20, 2025.

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ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

6:40 am-7:19 pm

1 stop12h 39m

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

8:17 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$150

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

4:24 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

6:16 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$189

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

9:09 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

1:27 pm-7:40 am

1 stop18h 13m

$196

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

6:15 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

5:00 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$209

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

12:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 5/3

8:30 am-4:45 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$219

MadisonDes Moines

MSN - DSM

MSNDSM

Madison Truax Field

Fri 3/7

5:07 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

6:52 am-10:20 am

1 stop3h 28m

$229

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/28

6:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 17m

Des Moines

Sun 3/30

8:35 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$230

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

12:49 pm-2:19 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 3/16

6:45 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$250

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/4

9:20 am-11:13 pm

1 stop13h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

1:31 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$273

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP - DSM

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/25

10:05 am-11:19 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 4/27

5:46 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$288

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Best time to book a flight from Wisconsin to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Wisconsin to Des Moines

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

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

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

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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Wisconsin to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Wisconsin?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Wisconsin, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $72. American Airlines flights start at $95 while deals on Delta start at $105 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wisconsin to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from Wisconsin to Des Moines consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines, Minneapolis St Paul - Des Moines or Milwaukee-Mitchell - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wisconsin to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Wisconsin 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 3 airlines flying from Wisconsin to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wisconsin 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$217Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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