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$160+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh (DSM - PIT)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PIT
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Pittsburgh are usually found in February or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$316
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. 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.
Sun 3/97:12 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Mon 3/179:46 amPIT - DSM
1 stop9h 11mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$160
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.
Mon 4/77:30 amDSM - PIT
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/99:54 amPIT - DSM
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$203
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.
Fri 3/146:30 pmDSM - PIT
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Mon 3/176:00 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop3h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/19$287
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/116:00 amDSM - PIT
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Tue 4/154:00 pmPIT - DSM
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$328
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/118:10 amDSM - PIT
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/186:25 amPIT - DSM
2 stops9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$363
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/107:40 amDSM - PIT
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/208:06 amPIT - DSM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$377

Find flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh 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 MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

7:12 pm-8:46 am

1 stop12h 34m

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/17

9:46 am-5:57 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$160

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

7:30 am-12:26 am

1 stop15h 56m

Pittsburgh

Wed 4/9

9:54 am-6:54 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$203

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Fri 3/14

6:30 pm-12:19 am

1 stop4h 49m

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/17

6:00 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$287

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Pittsburgh

Tue 4/15

4:00 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$328

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

8:10 am-7:14 pm

2 stops10h 04m

Pittsburgh

Sat 3/15

2:06 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$363

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

7:40 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Pittsburgh

Thu 3/20

8:06 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$377

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

6:20 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$174

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Sun 3/2

7:30 am-11:47 pm

3 stops39h 17m

$190

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Sun 3/2

5:50 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 05m

$264

Des MoinesPittsburgh

DSM - PIT

DSMPIT

Des Moines

Fri 3/14

5:45 am-12:25 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$573

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Deals found on 2/19

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh (average of $262). Flying from Des Moines to Pittsburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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.

Rainfall in Pittsburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Pittsburgh ranges from 2.3 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Pittsburgh when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Pittsburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Pittsburgh, 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 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Pittsburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Pittsburgh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Pittsburgh is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $160 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $287 and $368 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh are Delta ($174), American Airlines ($264), and Southwest ($573).

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh (average of $262). Flying from Des Moines to Pittsburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 Pittsburgh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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