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$167+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salem, OR

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DSM — PDX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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 Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Salem

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Salem (SA8). 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 21, 2024.

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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 November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/105:03 amDSM - PDX
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/125:00 amPDX - DSM
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/167:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Wed 12/256:20 amPDX - DSM
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 11/20$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/162:50 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/252:55 pmPDX - DSM
2 stops22h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$336
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/257:06 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Fri 11/296:05 amPDX - DSM
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$400
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/102:15 pmDSM - PDX
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 12/127:45 amPDX - DSM
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$401
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/186:00 amDSM - PDX
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/282:48 pmPDX - DSM
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$500

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Mon 1/13

2:41 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Portland

Thu 1/16

10:16 am-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$264

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DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Tue 12/10

5:03 am-11:03 am

1 stop8h 00m

Portland

Thu 12/12

5:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$334

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Mon 12/16

7:00 am-11:01 am

1 stop6h 01m

Portland

Wed 12/25

6:20 am-4:38 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$335

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Thu 1/16

7:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Portland

Sat 1/18

5:20 am-6:15 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$360

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Tue 1/14

5:45 am-12:29 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Portland

Fri 1/17

3:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$375

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

2:39 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Portland

Thu 12/26

12:45 pm-1:39 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$510

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

11:49 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Portland

Wed 3/19

7:00 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$526

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

6:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$167

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

6:30 am-4:20 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$172

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PDX

DSMPDX

Des Moines

Wed 1/1

8:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$173

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Salem

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Salem

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

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 November 15, 2024.

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 $268). Flying from Des Moines to Salem 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 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Salem have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
850 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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

  • 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.

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

    This flight path from Des Moines to Salem 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 to fly from Des Moines to Salem one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Salem are Delta ($167), Southwest ($172), and United Airlines ($173).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Salem? While on average our users pay $162, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $92. The most popular route (Des Moines - Portland), is priced around $264.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salem (average of $268). Flying from Des Moines to Salem 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 Salem

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Salem. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$319Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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