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$79+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Tampa (DSM - TPA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — TPA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from Des Moines to Tampa are usually found in September or July, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Tampa (TPA). 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 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$84
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:07 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop17h 35mFrontier
Sun 12/810:29 pmTPA - DSM
1 stop18h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$158
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.
Wed 12/111:00 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Wed 12/1811:02 amTPA - DSM
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/20$316
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 12/175:51 amDSM - TPA
2 stops7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/241:58 pmTPA - DSM
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$322
This United Airlines 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/126:00 amDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/196:45 amTPA - DSM
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Thu 12/122:15 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/172:50 pmTPA - DSM
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$366
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:30 amDSM - TPA
2 stops16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/205:31 amTPA - DSM
1 stop17h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$370

Find flights from Des Moines to Tampa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Tampa 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 20, 2024.

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DSM - TPA

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Des Moines

Fri 12/6

5:07 pm-11:42 am

1 stop17h 35m

Tampa

Sun 12/8

10:29 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$158

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

2:06 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Tampa

Wed 2/19

5:03 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$316

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 12/11

7:39 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Tampa

Mon 12/16

5:25 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 08m

$317

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

7:30 am-11:47 pm

2 stops15h 17m

Tampa

Sat 1/11

8:53 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$320

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

5:30 am-5:20 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Tampa

Wed 2/19

6:55 am-12:20 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$327

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Thu 12/12

6:00 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Tampa

Thu 12/19

6:45 am-2:38 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$340

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-5:23 am

1 stop7h 42m

$79

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 2/26

3:39 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$100

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sat 1/18

3:28 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$158

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 2/10

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$159

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Tampa

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Tampa. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Tampa, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Des Moines to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

Rainfall in Tampa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June 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 Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Tampa, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, American Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Tampa round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Tampa is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $158 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $316 and $317 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 60% 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 Tampa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. United Airlines flights start at $158 while deals on Southwest start at $159 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Des Moines to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 Tampa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Tampa. 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 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$130Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$188Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$302Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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