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$50+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Florida

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DSM — MIA
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
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Round-trip from

$97
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$50
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June

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July

Average price

$376

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$134 or less

Good one-way deal

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dom. 3/23:57 pmDSM - SRQ
Nonstop2h 48mAllegiant Air
dom. 3/98:32 pmSRQ - DSM
Nonstop3h 08mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$97
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/227:54 pmDSM - PIE
Nonstop2h 44mAllegiant Air
sáb. 5/242:38 pmPIE - DSM
Nonstop2h 56mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/18$126
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/253:20 pmDSM - FLL
Nonstop3h 14mAllegiant Air
mié. 7/24:05 pmFLL - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$133
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/98:35 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
mié. 3/127:00 amTPA - DSM
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$140
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lun. 4/71:31 pmDSM - FLL
1 stop18h 29mMultiple Airlines
vie. 4/258:26 pmFLL - DSM
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$150
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lun. 4/146:00 amDSM - SFB
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
lun. 4/2111:35 amSFB - DSM
Nonstop3h 06mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/18$158
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vie. 3/76:57 pmDSM - MCO
Nonstop3h 01mFrontier
dom. 3/93:59 pmMCO - DSM
Nonstop3h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$169
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lun. 4/216:30 amDSM - MCO
1 stop25h 56mMultiple Airlines
vie. 4/256:00 amMCO - DSM
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$203
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lun. 4/216:30 amDSM - TPA
1 stop23h 27mMultiple Airlines
vie. 4/255:45 amTPA - DSM
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$215
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dom. 3/238:35 pmDSM - MIA
1 stop7h 41mFrontier
vie. 3/286:25 amMIA - DSM
1 stop13h 52mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$240
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lun. 4/216:30 amDSM - MIA
3 stops41h 36mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/2310:34 amMIA - DSM
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$243
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mié. 3/52:31 pmDSM - EYW
1 stop16h 32mAllegiant Air
vie. 3/75:08 pmEYW - DSM
1 stop6h 24mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$252

Find flights from Des Moines to Florida within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Florida 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Des Moines

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Florida

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Price

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

dom. 3/9

3:56 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

dom. 3/16

8:21 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$91

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

mié. 6/25

3:20 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Fort Lauderdale

mié. 7/2

4:05 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$133

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - PIE

DSMPIE

Des Moines

sáb. 4/19

7:30 am-11:15 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Tampa St. Petersburg

dom. 4/20

1:05 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$136

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

dom. 3/9

8:35 pm-5:31 am

1 stop7h 56m

Tampa

mié. 3/12

7:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$140

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

lun. 4/7

1:31 pm-9:00 am

1 stop18h 29m

Fort Lauderdale

vie. 4/25

8:26 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$150

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM - SFB

DSMSFB

Des Moines

lun. 4/14

6:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Orlando Sanford Intl

lun. 4/21

11:35 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

$158

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM - MCO

DSMMCO

Des Moines

vie. 3/7

6:57 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Orlando

dom. 3/9

3:59 pm-6:22 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$169

Des MoinesOrlando

DSM - MCO

DSMMCO

Des Moines

lun. 4/21

6:30 am-9:26 am

1 stop25h 56m

Orlando

vie. 4/25

6:00 am-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$203

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

lun. 4/21

6:30 am-6:57 am

1 stop23h 27m

Tampa

vie. 4/25

5:45 am-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$215

Des MoinesMiami

DSM - MIA

DSMMIA

Des Moines

lun. 4/21

6:30 am-1:06 am

3 stops41h 36m

Miami

mié. 4/23

10:34 am-6:54 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$243

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Florida

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Florida (average of $231). Flying from Des Moines to Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 FL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Florida. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Florida as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Florida

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Florida. 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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to USFL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Florida by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Florida ranges from 2.4 - 8.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Florida when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Florida by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Florida, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Florida

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Florida. 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 Florida. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Florida by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Florida.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Florida are Allegiant Air ($50), Frontier ($50), and American Airlines ($119).

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - Orlando, Des Moines - Miami or Des Moines - Orlando Sanford Intl when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to Florida.

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

    Consider American Airlines (80%), Envoy Air (80%) or Qatar Airways (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Florida.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Florida? While on average our users pay $421, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $113. The most popular route (Des Moines - Orlando), is priced around $195.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Florida (average of $231). Flying from Des Moines to Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 Des Moines to Florida

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Florida. 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$113Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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