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$80+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis (DSM - MSP)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSP
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$170
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$619

Good round-trip deal

$361 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/237:27 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
Wed 4/306:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$170
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 7/16:05 amDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/56:29 amMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/235:40 amDSM - MSP
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Wed 4/302:25 pmMSP - DSM
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/2311:59 amDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Wed 4/3010:05 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/24$299
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 7/16:00 amDSM - MSP
2 stops8h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/53:30 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$329
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 5/87:36 pmDSM - MSP
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/152:30 pmMSP - DSM
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$347

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis 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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

7:27 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 08m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$170

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 7/1

6:05 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/5

6:29 am-1:23 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$217

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

5:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/30

2:25 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$222

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

11:59 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/30

10:05 am-11:19 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$299

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-2:28 pm

2 stops8h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/5

3:30 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$329

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

7:36 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 24m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/15

2:30 pm-8:55 pm

3 stops30h 25m

$347

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

7:27 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 08m

$80

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

5:43 am-8:42 am

1 stop26h 59m

$143

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

5:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$160

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 5/17

10:59 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$195

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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 Minneapolis in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Minneapolis 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-Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Des Moines to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Minneapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Minneapolis. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to MSP 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 (7 on average).

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, 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 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis?

    You will need to book a flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul if you want to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis. At least 1 airline has flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) on a regular basis. There are 11 flights to Minneapolis from the Des Moines airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DSM to MSP to be around 1h 08m.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Minneapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 11 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 Minneapolis round-trip?

    Currently priced at $170, Frontier will fly you from Des Moines to Minneapolis and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $217 and $222, respectively. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. 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 Minneapolis for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Minneapolis from Des Moines, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (93%), Aeromexico (93%), Virgin Atlantic( 93%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $142. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $217 on average our data indicates $1,228 when flying from Des Moines to Minneapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Des Moines to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Minneapolis

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