HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Detroit

$79+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit (DSM - DTT)

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 12/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DTT
nov. 25 — dic. 21
lun. 11/25
lun. 12/2
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit

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 noviembre 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$308
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Des Moines-Detroit (DTT) flights.
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
Search Deals
From Des Moines to Detroit (DTT)
Search Deals
One-way flight from Des Moines to Detroit (DTT)
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit

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 noviembre 20, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/219:55 amDSM - DTW
2 stops21h 36mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/272:49 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1811:43 amDSM - DTW
1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/256:35 amDTW - DSM
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
lun. 12/96:50 amDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
mié. 12/117:00 amDTW - DSM
2 stops6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mié. 12/186:35 amDSM - DTW
Nonstop1h 54mDelta
mié. 12/253:54 pmDTW - DSM
Nonstop2h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/18$409
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/256:40 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/315:45 amDTW - DSM
2 stops9h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$411

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 noviembre 20, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

sáb. 12/21

9:55 am-8:31 am

2 stops21h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 12/27

2:49 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$308

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mié. 12/18

11:43 am-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 12/25

6:35 am-3:08 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$318

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

lun. 12/9

6:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 12/11

7:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$361

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

sáb. 1/4

8:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 1/7

2:24 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$382

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

vie. 1/3

6:25 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/5

3:54 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$409

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

jue. 12/19

7:08 pm-7:55 am

1 stop11h 47m

$79

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mié. 12/25

5:45 am-2:08 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$163

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mié. 2/19

8:30 am-5:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$173

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

mié. 2/19

5:13 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop27h 56m

$222

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

jue. 12/19

5:15 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$244

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/18

Showing 1-10 of 11 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 November.
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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit 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 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

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 noviembre 20, 2024.

The most flights from DSM to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 noviembre 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, United Airlines 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
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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?

    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 10 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 51m 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 $318, American Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Detroit and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $361 and $382, respectively. American Airlines is 34% 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 $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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: Delta (98%), Endeavor Airlines (98%), KLM( 96%).

  • 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 $378, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $177. The most popular route (Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $308.

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to Detroit

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Omaha to O'Hare Intl flights
Des Moines to O'Hare Intl flights
Des Moines to Detroit flights
Cedar Rapids to O'Hare Intl flights
Omaha to Detroit flights
Omaha to Midway flights
Des Moines to Midway flights
Sioux City to O'Hare Intl flights
Moline to O'Hare Intl flights
Cedar Rapids to Detroit flights
Moline to Detroit flights
Des Moines to Grand Rapids flights
Cedar Rapids to Midway flights
Dubuque to O'Hare Intl flights
Mason City to O'Hare Intl flights
Des Moines to Lansing flights
Des Moines to Rockford flights
Cedar Rapids to Grand Rapids flights
Des Moines to Muskegon flights
Des Moines to Flint flights
Moline to Grand Rapids flights
La Crosse to O'Hare Intl flights
Omaha to Flint flights
Waterloo to O'Hare Intl flights
Omaha to Bay City flights
Cedar Rapids to Traverse City flights
Omaha to Lansing flights
Omaha to Grand Rapids flights
Cedar Rapids to South Bend flights
Omaha to Traverse City flights
Burlington to O'Hare Intl flights
Omaha to Kalamazoo flights
Waterloo to Detroit flights
Sioux City to Detroit flights
Omaha to Rockford flights
La Crosse to Grand Rapids flights
Moline to Midway flights
La Crosse to Midway flights
La Crosse to Flint flights
Cedar Rapids to Lansing flights
La Crosse to Lansing flights
Moline to Lansing flights
La Crosse to Kalamazoo flights
Moline to Flint flights
La Crosse to Escanaba flights
Omaha to Sault Ste. Marie flights
Cedar Rapids to Flint flights
Moline to Kalamazoo flights
Omaha to South Bend flights
Des Moines to Kalamazoo flights

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 noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines