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$184+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Fort Walton Beach, FL

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PNS
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:24 pmDSM - VPS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Wed 5/285:39 pmVPS - DSM
Nonstop2h 23mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/16$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/117:01 amDSM - VPS
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Wed 5/144:59 pmVPS - DSM
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/15$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/71:12 pmDSM - VPS
2 stops8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/1412:58 pmVPS - DSM
2 stops9h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/66:30 amDSM - VPS
2 stops32h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/107:25 amVPS - DSM
2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/87:00 amDSM - VPS
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Fri 5/162:20 pmVPS - DSM
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$396

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Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Sat 5/24

5:24 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 5/28

5:39 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$184

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

11:26 am-4:14 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 5/20

7:05 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$269

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

1:12 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops8h 23m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 5/14

12:58 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$281

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

6:30 am-3:07 pm

2 stops32h 37m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 6/10

7:25 am-9:41 am

2 stops26h 16m

$331

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

7:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Fri 5/16

2:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$396

Des MoinesValparaiso

DSM - VPS

DSMVPS

Des Moines

Sat 5/17

5:35 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 39m

$270

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach is 33 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 Walton Beach?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach (average of $306). Flying from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 FO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 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 Fort Walton Beach as you normally would.

Rainfall in Fort Walton Beach by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fort Walton Beach ranges from 3.1 - 7.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.5 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Fort Walton Beach when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Fort Walton Beach by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fort Walton Beach, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Walton Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Walton Beach. 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 Walton Beach. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fort Walton Beach from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Fort Walton Beach should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Fort Walton Beach from 5 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach (average of $306). Flying from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 Walton Beach

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Fort Walton Beach. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$130Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$254Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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