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$71+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Pennsylvania

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PHL
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Pennsylvania

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Round-trip from

$132
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One-way from

$71
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March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$549

Good round-trip deal

$488 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/27:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/1112:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/24$129
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.
Mon 6/95:19 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1612:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$183
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 5/56:45 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/710:06 amPHL - DSM
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$214
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/51:31 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop9h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/76:00 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop29h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/2911:59 amDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Sun 5/46:00 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/25$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 6/186:10 amDSM - PHL
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/2110:35 amPHL - DSM
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/56:00 amDSM - PHL
2 stops5h 45mSouthwest
Wed 5/78:05 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/281:31 pmDSM - PIT
2 stops29h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/212:45 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$257
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Fri 5/22:12 pmDSM - AVP
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/56:20 pmAVP - DSM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$257
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Wed 5/286:35 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Tue 6/36:05 amEWR - DSM
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/24$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 5/211:26 amDSM - AVP
2 stops11h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/53:00 pmAVP - DSM
2 stops9h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$262
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Thu 5/227:11 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 44mDelta
Tue 5/274:59 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 07mDelta
Deal found 3/24$265

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania that are best for you.

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Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Newark

Mon 6/16

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$132

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

5:19 pm-11:04 am

1 stop16h 45m

Newark

Mon 6/16

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$183

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

6:45 pm-12:44 am

1 stop4h 59m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/7

10:06 am-2:38 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$214

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

1:31 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 38m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/7

6:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop29h 41m

$225

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

11:59 am-6:00 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$229

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

6:10 am-9:43 am

Nonstop2h 33m

Philadelphia

Sat 6/21

10:35 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$232

Des MoinesPhiladelphia

DSM - PHL

DSMPHL

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops5h 45m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/7

8:05 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 30m

$250

Des MoinesScranton

DSM - AVP

DSMAVP

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

2:12 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Mon 5/5

6:20 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$257

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

1:31 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops29h 41m

Pittsburgh

Fri 5/2

12:45 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$257

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

5:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Newark

Sat 5/31

6:05 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 14m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to Pennsylvania in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 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 Pennsylvania as you normally would.

Rainfall in Pennsylvania by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Pennsylvania ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Pennsylvania when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Pennsylvania by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Pennsylvania, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Pennsylvania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to Pennsylvania have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Pennsylvania. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $71. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Pennsylvania for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - New York LaGuardia, Des Moines - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Des Moines - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to Pennsylvania.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $692 for a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. The cheapest flight overall is $156 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - New York LaGuardia) is currently priced at $265.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pennsylvania (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to Pennsylvania in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Pennsylvania

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Pennsylvania. 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$151Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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