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$53+ 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — TPA
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
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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 Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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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 December 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$326
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$53
(Mytrip)

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June

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September

Average price

$461
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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 December 21, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/314:10 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Sat 1/45:20 amTPA - DSM
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/19$470
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/313:16 pmDSM - TPA
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/45:31 amTPA - DSM
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$471
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/216:25 amDSM - TPA
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Tue 12/3111:38 amTPA - DSM
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/20$661
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/225:40 amDSM - TPA
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/111:41 amTPA - DSM
2 stops11h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$706
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/256:45 amDSM - TPA
1 stop9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/111:40 amTPA - DSM
1 stop12h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$714

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DSM - TPA

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Des Moines

Sat 2/15

2:06 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Tampa

Sat 2/22

7:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$326

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DSMTPA

Des Moines

Thu 1/9

8:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Tampa

Sun 1/12

6:23 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$332

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-5:31 am

1 stop7h 50m

Tampa

Mon 3/3

6:45 am-7:41 pm

1 stop13h 56m

$338

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Thu 1/9

11:30 am-4:42 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Tampa

Tue 1/14

1:35 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$356

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

6:30 am-5:05 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Tampa

Wed 1/22

12:40 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$371

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DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 1/20

11:35 am-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Tampa

Fri 1/24

9:55 am-4:11 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$386

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DSMTPA

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

8:41 pm-5:31 am

1 stop7h 50m

$53

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Des Moines

Mon 2/24

7:00 am-8:57 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$106

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DSMTPA

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

5:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$163

Des MoinesTampa

DSM - TPA

DSMTPA

Des Moines

Wed 2/12

11:35 am-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$173

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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.

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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 December 13, 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 $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 December 21, 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 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 December 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Tampa, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Southwest 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
4,814 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,474 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $326 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $338 and $356 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 18% 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 $53. American Airlines flights start at $163 while deals on United Airlines start at $173 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 December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$130Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$180Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$304Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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