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$96+ 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — TPA
mar. 31 — abr. 71
lun. 3/31
lun. 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 marzo 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$153 or less

Good one-way deal

$66 or less
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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 marzo 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
lun. 4/77:30 amDSM - TPA
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/165:20 amTPA - DSM
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$235
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
vie. 4/48:17 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
lun. 4/77:01 amTPA - DSM
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
dom. 5/46:25 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
jue. 5/86:40 amTPA - DSM
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/25$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
mié. 5/71:12 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
mié. 5/145:45 amTPA - DSM
2 stops8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
mié. 7/25:35 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
dom. 7/66:15 amTPA - DSM
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$372
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
jue. 4/248:00 amDSM - TPA
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
mié. 4/3011:50 amTPA - DSM
2 stops11h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$379

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Tampa that are best for you.

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Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

lun. 4/7

7:30 am-7:00 am

1 stop22h 30m

Tampa

vie. 5/16

5:20 am-3:53 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$235

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

vie. 4/4

8:17 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 14m

Tampa

lun. 4/7

7:01 am-7:19 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$248

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

dom. 5/4

6:25 pm-12:26 am

1 stop5h 01m

Tampa

jue. 5/8

6:40 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$261

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

mié. 5/7

1:12 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Tampa

mié. 5/14

5:45 am-1:28 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$266

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

jue. 4/24

8:00 am-3:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Tampa

mié. 4/30

11:50 am-9:52 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$379

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

mié. 6/18

5:25 am-12:30 pm

2 stops6h 05m

Tampa

dom. 6/22

6:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop6h 00m

$408

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

lun. 4/28

3:25 pm-6:57 am

1 stop14h 32m

$96

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

vie. 4/4

8:17 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 14m

$119

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

dom. 5/11

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$131

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

mar. 4/29

3:08 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops7h 37m

$136

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 March.
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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Tampa

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 March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Tampa, you should look to book at least 61 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 $270). 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 marzo 26, 2025.

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 40% 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 marzo 26, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Tampa, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. 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
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,272 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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 $248 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $261 and $267 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 37% 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 $119. Delta flights start at $131 while deals on American Airlines start at $136 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 $270). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$107Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$180Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$376Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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