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$173+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Reno (DSM - RNO)

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DSM — RNO
févr. 25 — mars 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Reno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Reno (RNO). 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 février 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$335
(Southwest)

One-way from

$173
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$499
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Reno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Reno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

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.
lun. 3/314:55 pmDSM - RNO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
mer. 4/97:20 amRNO - DSM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$335
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/315:59 pmDSM - RNO
2 stops7h 44mDelta
mar. 4/810:45 pmRNO - DSM
1 stop9h 52mDelta
Deal found 2/20$340
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.
mar. 7/85:51 amDSM - RNO
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
lun. 7/1411:59 pmRNO - DSM
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$407
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 3/69:00 amDSM - RNO
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/106:48 pmRNO - DSM
2 stops13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$421
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/295:05 amDSM - RNO
3 stops15h 51mAlaska Airlines
jeu. 5/16:20 pmRNO - DSM
2 stops15h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$517

Find flights from Des Moines to Reno within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Reno 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 février 20, 2025.

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Reno

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Price

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

lun. 3/31

4:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Reno

mar. 4/8

6:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$335

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

lun. 3/31

5:59 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops7h 44m

Reno

mar. 4/8

10:45 pm-10:37 am

1 stop9h 52m

$340

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

jeu. 3/6

9:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Reno

lun. 3/10

6:48 pm-10:43 am

2 stops13h 55m

$421

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

jeu. 3/6

5:29 pm-12:09 am

1 stop8h 40m

Reno

lun. 3/10

4:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$446

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

mar. 4/29

5:05 am-6:56 pm

3 stops15h 51m

Reno

jeu. 5/1

6:20 pm-11:21 am

2 stops15h 01m

$517

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

mar. 3/11

2:17 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops10h 17m

$173

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

mar. 3/11

5:11 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$254

Des MoinesReno

DSM - RNO

DSMRNO

Des Moines

mer. 3/12

5:59 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops7h 44m

$295

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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Reno (average of $326). Flying from Des Moines to Reno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 RNO?

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

When flying from Des Moines to Reno, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Reno by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Reno ranges from 0.2 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Reno when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Reno by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Reno, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reno

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

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Reno round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Reno is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $335 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $340 and $421 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Reno for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $173 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $254 and Delta from $295 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Reno (average of $326). Flying from Des Moines to Reno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $463). 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 Reno

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Reno. 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 février 20, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$324Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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