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$61+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Michigan

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DSM — DTW
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mar. 3/4
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Round-trip from

$157
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One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$607

Good round-trip deal

$366 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
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This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 4/48:17 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop17h 03mFrontier
ven. 4/116:40 amORD - DSM
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
ven. 3/285:45 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
dim. 3/3012:57 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$189
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.
lun. 3/37:14 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop11h 48mFrontier
lun. 3/109:02 amDTW - DSM
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$200
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 3/2210:08 amDSM - DTW
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
ven. 3/286:36 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop5h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dim. 8/311:31 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 32mDelta
sam. 9/69:20 amMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/20$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
sam. 4/2612:30 pmDSM - ORD
1 stop3h 41mDelta
mer. 4/306:35 amORD - DSM
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/20$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mer. 10/18:00 amDSM - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
dim. 10/57:35 pmORD - DSM
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$211
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jeu. 4/175:30 pmDSM - MDW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
jeu. 4/246:25 pmMDW - DSM
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$214
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lun. 4/286:00 amDSM - ORD
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
jeu. 5/112:40 pmORD - DSM
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$220
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/185:59 pmDSM - GRR
1 stop4h 12mDelta
mar. 3/256:25 amGRR - DSM
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 2/19$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 5/198:30 amDSM - ORD
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/21:03 pmORD - DSM
1 stop26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$261
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jeu. 4/36:47 pmDSM - GRR
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
jeu. 4/107:15 amGRR - DSM
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$277

Find flights from Des Moines to Michigan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Michigan 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 février 20, 2025.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Michigan

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

ven. 4/4

8:17 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 4/11

6:40 am-7:17 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$169

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

ven. 3/28

5:45 am-7:07 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 3/30

12:57 pm-2:22 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$189

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

lun. 3/3

7:14 pm-8:02 am

1 stop11h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 3/10

9:02 am-5:57 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$200

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

sam. 3/22

10:08 am-1:11 am

1 stop14h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 3/28

6:36 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$203

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

mar. 4/1

6:20 am-12:36 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Chicago Midway

sam. 4/5

1:12 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$209

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

sam. 4/26

12:30 pm-4:11 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 4/30

6:35 am-11:19 am

1 stop4h 44m

$209

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - MDW

DSMMDW

Des Moines

jeu. 4/17

5:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Chicago Midway

jeu. 4/24

6:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$214

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

lun. 4/28

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 5/1

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$220

Des MoinesGrand Rapids

DSM - GRR

DSMGRR

Des Moines

mar. 3/18

5:59 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

mar. 3/25

6:25 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 16m

$247

Des MoinesChicago

DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

ven. 3/28

6:45 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 3/30

8:20 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$250

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Michigan

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from Des Moines to Michigan 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 MI?

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

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Michigan

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Michigan. 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 février 20, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to USMI 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 Michigan by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Michigan 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 Michigan when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Michigan by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Michigan, 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 Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. 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 Michigan. Reviews last updated février 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Michigan, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. 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
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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 Michigan?

    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 Michigan.

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

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $95 and $105, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Michigan are Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Des Moines - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Des Moines - Chicago Midway.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Des Moines to Michigan on time: Virgin Atlantic (96%), Korean Air (95%), KLM (93%).

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

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Michigan is generally $418, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $180 for that flight.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Michigan 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 Michigan?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from Des Moines to Michigan 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Michigan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Michigan. 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$153Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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