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$135+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Portland (DSM - PDX)

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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PDX
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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The best prices from Des Moines to Portland are usually found in October or September, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland (PDX). 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 4, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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October

Average price

$467

Round-trip from

$135
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/172:27 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop19h 40mFrontier
Wed 11/206:05 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$135
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/411:29 amDSM - PDX
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1111:56 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/4$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/412:55 pmDSM - PDX
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Wed 12/118:50 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/4$411
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/173:54 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/205:15 amPDX - DSM
3 stops32h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$422
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/76:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop14h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/121:20 pmPDX - DSM
2 stops8h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$455
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/277:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Wed 12/411:15 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/4$456
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/512:29 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop11h 00mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/99:50 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$700

Find flights from Des Moines to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Portland 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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Tue 1/7

6:43 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$193

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Sun 1/5

5:39 pm-12:55 am

1 stop9h 16m

$203

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Thu 12/5

7:00 am-11:48 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$214

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Tue 12/3

12:55 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$228

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DSMPDX

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Thu 1/2

5:10 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$243

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DSMPDX

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Sun 11/17

2:27 pm-8:07 am

1 stop19h 40m

Portland

Wed 11/20

6:05 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$135

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Thu 12/5

7:00 am-11:48 pm

2 stops18h 48m

Portland

Wed 12/11

9:08 am-2:56 pm

2 stops27h 48m

$330

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DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

12:10 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Portland

Sat 1/11

6:05 am-2:07 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$386

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Portland

Sat 1/11

5:20 am-6:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$391

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Thu 12/5

6:00 am-9:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Portland

Wed 12/11

9:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$406

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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 Portland in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Portland. Price data was last updated on November 1, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Portland is 21 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Portland (average of $276). Flying from Des Moines to Portland in July is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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 PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Portland in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Portland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portland when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Portland, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Southwest and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

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
5,089 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

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

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Portland for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Portland for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $135, but on average you can expect to pay $418.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Portland for under $400?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Des Moines to Portland within the next 7 days for less than $400.

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

    The Des Moines to Portland flight path was viewed by 1 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 Portland round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $135. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $386 and $391, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $193. 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 Portland for a low price.

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

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Portland is generally $98, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $90. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Portland), you can expect to pay $328 for that flight.

  • What does DSM to PDX mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Portland Airport (PDX). Codes like Portland Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Portland that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Portland flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Portland with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Portland flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Portland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Portland that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Portland offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Portland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Portland flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Portland flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Portland flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Portland (average of $276). Flying from Des Moines to Portland in July is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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 Portland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Portland. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$88Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$119Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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