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$64+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale (DSM - FLL)

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DSM — FLL
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Tue 1/28
Tue 2/4
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The best prices from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in October or July, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). 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 23, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$360

Good round-trip deal

$146 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/193:40 pmDSM - FLL
Nonstop3h 12mAllegiant Air
Wed 2/268:39 pmFLL - DSM
Nonstop3h 36mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/23$134
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 3/37:00 amDSM - FLL
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/58:10 amFLL - DSM
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Wed 4/26:35 pmDSM - FLL
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Fri 4/188:00 amFLL - DSM
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 1/23$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Mon 3/37:25 amDSM - FLL
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/127:02 amFLL - DSM
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Mon 3/36:10 amDSM - FLL
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Wed 3/1212:35 pmFLL - DSM
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/22$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Tue 4/13:34 pmDSM - FLL
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/86:00 amFLL - DSM
2 stops9h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/23$392

Find flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale 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 23, 2025.

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Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

3:40 pm-7:52 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 2/26

8:39 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$134

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

7:00 am-11:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/5

8:10 am-9:09 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$175

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

6:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 4/18

8:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$307

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

7:25 am-4:43 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/12

7:02 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$312

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

6:10 am-6:50 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/12

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$356

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

3:34 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-2:38 pm

2 stops9h 38m

$392

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

7:00 am-11:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$64

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

7:27 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$121

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

2:06 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$154

Des MoinesFort Lauderdale

DSM - FLL

DSMFLL

Des Moines

Sat 6/21

11:25 am-8:34 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$204

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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 Fort Lauderdale in January.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Fort Lauderdale 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-Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale (average of $183). Flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Fort Lauderdale by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fort Lauderdale ranges from 1.8 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Fort Lauderdale when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Fort Lauderdale by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fort Lauderdale, 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 66.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated January 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale have to say. 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
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
4,647 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,508 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,971 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

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  • How popular is this Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

    This flight path from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($134), Delta ($307), and American Airlines ($312) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. Allegiant Air is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $64. American Airlines flights start at $154 while deals on United Airlines start at $204 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale is generally $182, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $73. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Fort Lauderdale), you can expect to pay $113 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale (average of $183). Flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$115Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$252Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$310Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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