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$85+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City (DSM - SLC)

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DSM — SLC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Salt Lake City are usually found in May or November, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Salt Lake City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Salt Lake City (SLC). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$135
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$85
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$390
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/108:17 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop5h 23mFrontier
Wed 3/126:00 amSLC - DSM
1 stop12h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$135
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.
Wed 4/303:40 pmDSM - SLC
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Mon 5/53:00 pmSLC - DSM
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$302
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.
Thu 3/65:50 amDSM - SLC
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/104:31 pmSLC - DSM
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$362
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.
Sat 4/58:47 amDSM - SLC
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/125:10 amSLC - DSM
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$363
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.
Thu 4/243:44 pmDSM - SLC
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/272:36 pmSLC - DSM
3 stops31h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$396
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.
Sat 6/1410:55 amDSM - SLC
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Sat 6/1411:45 pmSLC - DSM
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 2/19$542

Find flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City 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 Moines

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Salt Lake City

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Price

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

8:17 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 23m

Salt Lake City

Wed 3/12

6:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$135

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Wed 4/30

3:40 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Salt Lake City

Mon 5/5

3:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$302

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

5:50 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Salt Lake City

Mon 3/10

4:31 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$362

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Sat 4/5

8:47 am-1:18 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Salt Lake City

Sat 4/12

5:10 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$363

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

3:44 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Salt Lake City

Sun 4/27

2:36 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops31h 19m

$396

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

10:55 am-4:26 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Salt Lake City

Sat 6/14

11:45 pm-9:16 am

1 stop8h 31m

$542

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

8:17 pm-12:40 am

1 stop5h 23m

$85

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

6:30 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$149

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

5:43 am-2:59 pm

2 stops10h 16m

$154

Des MoinesSalt Lake City

DSM - SLC

DSMSLC

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

7:05 am-4:50 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$240

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 15 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Des Moines to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 SLC?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Salt Lake City in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Salt Lake City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Salt Lake City flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Salt Lake City by month

Plan your trip to Salt Lake City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salt Lake City ranges from 0.6 - 2.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salt Lake City when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in Salt Lake City by month

Plan your trip to Salt Lake City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salt Lake City, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salt Lake City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salt Lake City. 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 Salt Lake City. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. 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
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Salt Lake City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($135), Southwest ($302), and American Airlines ($362) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. Frontier is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Salt Lake City one-way?

    $85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $149 and $154, respectively.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from Des Moines to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Salt Lake City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Salt Lake City. 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
FrontierCheapest$136Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$291Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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