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$80+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DSM - DTW)

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DSM — DTW
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW). 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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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
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$312
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One-way from

$80
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/35:20 amDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/55:24 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$446
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.
Thu 12/56:35 amDSM - DTW
Nonstop1h 54mDelta
Sun 12/87:55 pmDTW - DSM
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 11/20$489
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/227:40 amDSM - DTW
2 stops15h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/237:55 pmDTW - DSM
2 stops20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$531
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/51:45 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/96:20 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$578
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 11/225:50 amDSM - DTW
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Sat 11/237:25 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$778

Find flights from Des Moines to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Detroit 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Mon 1/13

7:12 pm-10:04 pm

3 stops25h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/16

10:11 am-10:14 pm

2 stops13h 03m

$312

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

5:30 am-11:07 pm

1 stop16h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/12

1:40 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$372

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 4/17

7:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/20

6:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$396

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Sat 1/4

5:15 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/11

8:40 am-9:52 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$409

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

8:00 am-9:28 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/12

7:15 am-9:52 pm

1 stop15h 37m

$431

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 12/19

7:08 pm-7:55 am

1 stop11h 47m

$80

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DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Sat 12/21

9:55 am-8:31 am

2 stops21h 36m

$144

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DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Tue 12/31

5:45 am-11:26 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$163

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DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

6:30 am-1:35 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$173

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

5:13 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop27h 56m

$222

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Des Moines to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Detroit

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 DSM to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Detroit. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Detroit. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from DSM to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Detroit. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Des Moines to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Des Moines to Detroit?

    Booking a flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is your only option if you wish to fly from Des Moines to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, all of which are around 1h 47m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $372, American Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $396 and $409, respectively. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Frontier ($80), American Airlines ($163), and Southwest ($173).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Consider Delta (98%), Endeavor Airlines (98%) or KLM (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $177. On average you can expect to pay $378. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $362.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit 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 Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Detroit. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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