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$75+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)

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DSM — PHX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sky Harbor Intl (PHX). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
(Frontier)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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.
Fri 3/288:17 pmDSM - PHX
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Fri 4/48:24 amPHX - DSM
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$220
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/23:30 pmDSM - PHX
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Wed 4/911:20 amPHX - DSM
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$237
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.
Tue 3/115:59 pmDSM - PHX
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Mon 3/1711:40 pmPHX - DSM
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/19$257
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.
Sun 3/96:30 amDSM - PHX
2 stops32h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/122:12 pmPHX - DSM
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$264
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.
Tue 3/255:45 amDSM - PHX
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/295:15 amPHX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$283
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.
Wed 3/192:29 pmDSM - PHX
Nonstop3h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/267:10 pmPHX - DSM
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$291

Find flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl 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 February 20, 2025.

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Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Fri 3/28

8:17 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/4

8:24 am-7:17 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$220

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

3:30 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/9

11:20 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$237

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

5:59 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/17

11:40 pm-10:40 am

1 stop9h 00m

$257

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Mon 4/21

2:37 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/26

8:32 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$263

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

6:30 am-1:17 pm

2 stops32h 47m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/12

2:12 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$264

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

5:11 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/13

12:45 am-10:43 am

1 stop7h 58m

$283

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

8:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$75

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

6:30 am-2:33 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$93

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Mon 3/31

6:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$119

Des MoinesPhoenix

DSM - PHX

DSMPHX

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

2:09 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$129

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 Sky Harbor Intl

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is 84 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to PHX are scheduled on a Monday (8 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 Sky Harbor Intl by month

Plan your trip to Sky Harbor Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sky Harbor Intl by month

Plan your trip to Sky Harbor Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sky Harbor Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sky Harbor Intl. 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Phoenix to help guide your decision. 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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl?

    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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. 6 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $220, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Delta. Frontier is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $75 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $119 and Delta from $129 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport are Envoy Air (94%), Alaska Airlines (92%) and American Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) can be booked for $135 on average our data indicates $796 when flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sky Harbor Intl. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$270Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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