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$55+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Sarasota (DSM - SRQ)

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DSM — SRQ
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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The best prices from Des Moines to Sarasota Bradenton Intl are usually found in December or October, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Sarasota

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sarasota (SRQ). 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 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$91
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$343

Good round-trip deal

$134 or less

Good one-way deal

$95 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Sarasota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sarasota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/93:56 pmDSM - SRQ
Nonstop2h 46mAllegiant Air
Sun 3/168:21 pmSRQ - DSM
Nonstop3h 08mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/21$91
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/38:03 amDSM - SRQ
2 stops34h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/174:47 pmSRQ - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/106:30 pmDSM - SRQ
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Thu 3/136:30 pmSRQ - DSM
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/21$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/107:40 amDSM - SRQ
2 stops10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/1311:07 amSRQ - DSM
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$302
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.
Tue 4/18:00 amDSM - SRQ
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/84:25 pmSRQ - DSM
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$378
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.
Fri 5/27:00 amDSM - SRQ
2 stops13h 55mSouthwest
Mon 5/51:55 pmSRQ - DSM
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$402

Find flights from Des Moines to Sarasota within your budget

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Des Moines

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Sarasota

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

3:56 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 3/16

8:21 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$91

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

8:03 am-7:05 pm

2 stops34h 02m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Thu 4/17

4:47 pm-7:02 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$254

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

2:07 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Thu 4/17

8:13 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$322

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

11:27 am-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$352

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

8:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 4/8

4:25 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$378

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

7:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops13h 55m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 5/5

1:55 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$402

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

3:27 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$55

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

8:10 am-3:02 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$264

Des MoinesSarasota

DSM - SRQ

DSMSRQ

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

2:06 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$411

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Deals found on 2/20

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Sarasota

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

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

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Sarasota is 35 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 Sarasota?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sarasota (average of $241). Flying from Des Moines to Sarasota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 SRQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Sarasota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Sarasota, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Sarasota by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sarasota ranges from 2.2 - 9.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Sarasota when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Sarasota by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sarasota, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sarasota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sarasota. 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 Sarasota. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Sarasota. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,401 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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 Sarasota round-trip?

    Flying on Allegiant Air is currently your cheapest option to Sarasota, with prices starting at $91. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $322 and $352, respectively. Allegiant Air is priced at 71% 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 Sarasota one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $264 and $411 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $86. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Sarasota Bradenton Intl) can be booked for $97 on average our data indicates $148 when flying from Des Moines to Sarasota.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sarasota (average of $241). Flying from Des Moines to Sarasota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sarasota

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sarasota. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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