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$61+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit (DSM - DTT)

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DSM — DTT
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTT). 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$260
(Frontier)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

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April

Average price

$717
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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 January 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/147:17 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop11h 45mFrontier
Mon 2/179:02 amDTW - DSM
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 1/14$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/86:40 amDSM - DTW
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Thu 4/106:10 amDTW - DSM
2 stops6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$402
This Lucky2Go deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/13:04 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops17h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/88:17 pmDTW - DSM
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$404
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 3/210:32 amDSM - DTW
Nonstop1h 53mDelta
Sun 3/97:50 pmDTW - DSM
Nonstop1h 52mDelta
Deal found 1/16$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 3/135:29 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/173:37 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$504
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 4/33:34 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/67:17 amDTW - DSM
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$519

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

10:57 am-7:57 am

1 stop20h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/8

2:00 pm-9:57 am

1 stop20h 57m

$314

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 1/23

8:00 am-11:54 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/27

7:20 am-6:22 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$401

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

7:05 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/9

5:20 am-12:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$402

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 2/13

10:32 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/16

8:40 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$439

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Sun 3/2

2:06 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/9

8:19 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$481

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

3:34 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop3h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/6

7:17 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 27m

$519

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

6:57 pm-8:02 am

1 stop12h 05m

$61

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

5:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 15m

$199

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

5:11 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop28h 04m

$242

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 2/14

10:32 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$264

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit in January.
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

*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 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Detroit 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 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?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 DTT?

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 January 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Detroit at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Detroit

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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to DTT are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 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 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, 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 January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Des Moines to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,435 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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 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?

    If you wish to fly to Detroit from Des Moines, then you need to book flights from Des Moines to Detroit All airports. There are 9 flights from Des Moines (DSM) to All airports (DTT) per day to choose from. Flights to Detroit from Des Moines are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 45m is how long a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Detroit All airports typically takes.

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

    Currently priced at $260, Frontier will fly you from Des Moines to Detroit and back. In addition to Frontier, 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 $402 and $429, respectively. Frontier is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $61. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Detroit for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Detroit?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit from Des Moines, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (96%), Korean Air (95%), Virgin Atlantic( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Detroit?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Detroit? While on average our users pay $666, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $149. The most popular route (Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $339.

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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