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$164+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salem, OR

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DSM — PDX
févr. 25 — mars 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Salem are usually found in October or September, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Round-trip from

$170
(Frontier)

One-way from

$164
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

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October

Average price

$422
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Salem
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/108:17 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
ven. 3/146:45 amPDX - DSM
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$170
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 6/83:33 pmDSM - PDX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
mar. 6/104:51 pmPDX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$178
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.
mer. 4/22:53 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop22h 37mMultiple Airlines
mer. 4/97:01 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$234
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.
jeu. 3/205:06 amDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
jeu. 3/275:00 amPDX - DSM
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
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.
sam. 3/224:20 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 28mDelta
mar. 3/2512:59 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 2/20$336
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.
mer. 3/58:30 amDSM - PDX
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
sam. 3/812:25 pmPDX - DSM
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$370
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.
jeu. 9/186:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
sam. 9/2011:25 amPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$408
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. 6/179:38 amDSM - PDX
1 stop9h 03mAlaska Airlines
mer. 6/257:00 amPDX - DSM
2 stops14h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$642

Find flights from Des Moines to Salem within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Salem 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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Des Moines

Fly to

Salem

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

lun. 3/10

8:17 pm-12:37 am

1 stop6h 20m

Portland

ven. 3/14

6:45 am-7:17 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$170

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

mer. 4/2

2:53 pm-11:30 am

1 stop22h 37m

Portland

mer. 4/9

7:01 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$234

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jeu. 3/20

5:06 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Portland

jeu. 3/27

5:00 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$335

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

sam. 3/22

4:20 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Portland

mer. 3/26

12:59 am-11:14 am

1 stop8h 15m

$336

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

mer. 3/5

8:30 am-3:10 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Portland

sam. 3/8

12:25 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$370

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jeu. 3/6

5:45 am-2:55 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Portland

lun. 3/10

11:58 pm-10:43 am

1 stop8h 45m

$421

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

jeu. 2/27

12:15 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Portland

jeu. 3/6

7:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$717

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

lun. 2/24

8:41 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 56m

$164

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

lun. 2/24

1:34 pm-9:21 am

2 stops21h 47m

$378

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Deals found on 2/20

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Salem

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

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

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Salem 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salem (average of $277). Flying from Des Moines to Salem in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SA8?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Salem. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Salem as you normally would.

Rainfall in Salem by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salem 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 Salem when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Salem by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salem, 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 Salem

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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 Salem?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Salem from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salem should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Salem from 6 different airlines.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salem (average of $277). Flying from Des Moines to Salem in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Salem

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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