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$60+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis (DSM - MSP)

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DSM — MSP
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Minneapolis

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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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July

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$309
(Delta)

One-way from

$60
(Frontier)
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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 November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/275:35 pmDSM - MSP
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Sat 12/2810:10 amMSP - DSM
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/21$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/273:56 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/286:10 amMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$328
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/56:30 amDSM - MSP
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/85:23 pmMSP - DSM
3 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/198:00 amDSM - MSP
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/225:00 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:50 amDSM - MSP
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/43:50 pmMSP - DSM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$428
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Mon 11/257:06 pmDSM - MSP
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/26:00 amMSP - DSM
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$568

Find flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 1/4

12:15 pm-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/11

12:50 pm-2:07 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$309

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 1/28

5:30 am-4:34 pm

1 stop11h 04m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/31

5:24 am-11:35 am

1 stop30h 11m

$320

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

9:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/12

1:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$333

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Thu 12/5

6:30 am-2:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 12/8

5:23 pm-5:52 pm

3 stops24h 29m

$353

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Sat 1/4

8:50 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/11

9:55 am-2:44 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$388

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

7:17 pm-9:39 am

1 stop14h 22m

$60

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

8:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$158

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$204

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Wed 1/22

1:49 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$212

Des MoinesMinneapolis

DSM - MSP

DSMMSP

Des Moines

Tue 11/26

10:00 am-12:26 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$219

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Deals found on 11/20

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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 November.
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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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis

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

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 November 21, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from DSM to MSP are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Minneapolis have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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 10 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 13m.

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

    This flight path from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul was viewed by 6 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 $309, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Minneapolis and back. In addition to Delta, 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 $320 and $333, respectively. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis for 28% 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 $60. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, 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: Air France (99%), WestJet (98%), Delta( 97%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $165. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $309 on average our data indicates $478 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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