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August 28 - August 31

Cheapest

Best

AZA - Des Moines

$155

$116

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September 11 - September 14

AZA - Des Moines

$152

$122

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August 21 - August 31

Earliest

AZA - Des Moines

$142

$125

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September 11 - September 19

AZA - Des Moines

$144

$127

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September 11 - September 25

AZA - Des Moines

$136

$127

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September 11 - September 23

AZA - Des Moines

$136

$127

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September 16 - September 19

AZA - Des Moines

$153

$127

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September 16 - September 25

AZA - Des Moines

$145

$127

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September 16 - September 23

AZA - Des Moines

$151

$127

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September 11 - September 18

AZA - Des Moines

$149

$128

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Insights for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines

Right now, fares for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines are typically $129–$387, with a median of $226. Current prices are below the typical level for this route, and 32% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Phoenix to Des Moines, the cheapest time to fly is often in July, with a median fare of $137. August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $160, followed by June at a median of $199.

The typical journey from Phoenix to Des Moines covers a distance of 1848 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. A typical journey takes about 9h 25m, including connections. This is because most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers being 2 for connecting flights; only 28.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from Phoenix to Des Moines.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to Des Moines

Regular price: $125 - $367

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Phoenix–Mesa Gateway to Des Moines International.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $125 and $367. The current lowest deal is $116 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Aug 28-Aug 31.

now $116

Low $125

High $367

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Des Moines

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Des Moines is July, with a median price of $137. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $525. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $137

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $525

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Direct flights from Phoenix to Des Moines

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to Des Moines

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Des Moines

Phoenix (PHX) - Des Moines (DSM)

Frontier Airlines

$509

$375

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Des Moines

Phoenix (PHX) - Des Moines (DSM)

Frontier Airlines

$514

$441

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Des Moines

Phoenix (PHX) - Des Moines (DSM)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$397

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Des Moines

Phoenix (PHX) - Des Moines (DSM)

Frontier Airlines

$506

$461

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Des Moines

Phoenix (PHX) - Des Moines (DSM)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$355

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - Des Moines

Phoenix (PHX) - Des Moines (DSM)

United Airlines

$424

$435

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$509 → $375

26%

3 nights

Jul 3 - Jul 6

$402 → $270

33%

5 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 26

$319 → $188

41%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$327 → $205

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to Des Moines

Phoenix - Des Moines route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Phoenix to Des Moines are below the typical level at $116.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Des Moines, with a median price of $137.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 25m

The typical flight duration from Phoenix to Des Moines is 9 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

About 28.3% of recent deals from Phoenix to Des Moines are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers direct flights

Allegiant Air has offered direct flights on the Phoenix to Des Moines route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines appear frequently, at about 1.03 per day.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Cheapest

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport provides a convenient departure point for flights to Des Moines.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$123

Des Moines main airports to arrive at

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines.

📍 ~8 km from Des Moines city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Airports nearby Des Moines used as alternative

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Cheapest

Eppley Airfield (OMA) is a larger hub with more flight options and carriers, including premium cabin classes.

📍 ~180 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

The Eastern Iowa (CID)

The Eastern Iowa (CID) is a substantial regional airport with diverse airlines and competitive pricing.

📍 ~180 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Waterloo Regional (ALO)

Waterloo Regional (ALO) offers a quick security and boarding experience due to its smaller terminal.

📍 ~140 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$437

Fort Dodge Regional (FOD)

Fort Dodge Regional (FOD) is the geographically closest alternative, offering a low-stress environment.

📍 ~110 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$453

Sioux Gateway (SUX)

Sioux Gateway (SUX) can be an alternative regional gateway, sometimes offering lower fares on specific routes.

📍 ~240 km from Des Moines (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$304

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Des Moines

44% AI deal score

$4,260

From PHX

Elite

Nov 01

Des Moines, United States

44% AI deal score

$1,464

From PHX

Elite

Jul 13

Des Moines, United States

43% AI deal score

$4,260

From PHX

Elite

Sep 17

Des Moines, United States

41% AI deal score

$1,919

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Des Moines

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $252. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significantly higher average price of $473. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out also shows an average price of $252, indicating that prices tend to stabilize within a certain range for earlier bookings.

A flight from Phoenix to Des Moines is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $129. This threshold is based on historical data across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route has been $226, while prices can go as high as $387 or more for the upper quartile of fares. Keeping an eye out for prices at or below the $129 mark can help secure a favorable fare.

Historically, July and August tend to offer the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Des Moines. In July, the median price for this route is $137, while August sees a median price of $160. June also presents a relatively good value with a median price of $199. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $226 for the route.

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Insights for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to Des Moines

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Des Moines

Direct flights from Phoenix to Des Moines

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to Des Moines

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Phoenix to Des Moines

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to Des Moines

Phoenix - Des Moines route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically the cheapest month to fly

Flights typically take 9h 25m

Connecting flights are more common

Allegiant Air offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently for this route

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Des Moines main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Des Moines used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Des Moines

Best Elite deals to Des Moines

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