What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Southwest and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Dallas according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 74% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Dallas to Des Moines on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 10 flights per day flying from Dallas to Des Moines. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 55% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dallas to Des Moines?

Southwest is the most popular carrier operating from Dallas to Des Moines

How many flights depart from Dallas to Des Moines on average per week?

As of December 2025, 76 flights take off from Dallas and land in Des Moines each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Dallas to Des Moines Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Dallas to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:45 am - 7:22 pm

DFW

DSM

12h 37m1 stop

8:18 pm - 11:13 pm

DSM

DFW

26h 55m1 stop

$205Frontier

Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 16

9:25 pm - 1:17 pm

DFW

DSM

15h 52m1 stop

4:00 pm - 6:12 pm

DSM

DFW

2h 12mnonstop

$207American Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18

6:45 am - 7:22 pm

DFW

DSM

12h 37m1 stop

8:18 pm - 6:36 pm

DSM

DFW

22h 18m2 stops

$238Frontier

Fri, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 16

8:10 pm - 10:46 pm

DFW

DSM

26h 36m1 stop

6:14 pm - 5:03 pm

DSM

DFW

22h 49m2 stops

$253Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14

12:51 pm - 10:19 am

DFW

DSM

21h 28m1 stop

4:30 pm - 4:58 pm

DSM

DFW

24h 28m2 stops

$264Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15

12:33 pm - 7:41 am

DFW

DSM

19h 08m1 stop

8:29 pm - 3:27 pm

DSM

DFW

18h 58m1 stop

$273Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 5

8:10 pm - 10:46 pm

DFW

DSM

26h 36m1 stop

6:14 pm - 8:45 pm

DSM

DFW

26h 31m1 stop

$275Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14

10:54 pm - 7:44 pm

DFW

DSM

20h 50m1 stop

11:14 am - 1:54 pm

DSM

DFW

26h 40m1 stop

$281Frontier

Sun, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 23

5:20 pm - 9:10 pm

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DSM

3h 50m1 stop

6:10 am - 10:50 am

DSM

DAL

4h 40m1 stop

$355Southwest

Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 28

10:50 am - 7:20 pm

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DSM

8h 30m2 stops

6:10 am - 10:50 am

DSM

DAL

4h 40m1 stop

$360Southwest

Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 28

Southwest flights from Dallas to Des Moines

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Southwest

Jan 26

DAL5:20 pmDallas Love Field

3h 50m

1 stop

DSM9:10 pmDes Moines

Jan 28

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

4h 40m

1 stop

DAL10:50 amDallas Love Field

$355

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Jan 26

DAL10:50 amDallas Love Field

8h 30m

2 stops

DSM7:20 pmDes Moines

Jan 28

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

4h 40m

1 stop

DAL10:50 amDallas Love Field

$360

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Jan 26

DAL1:05 pmDallas Love Field

8h 05m

2 stops

DSM9:10 pmDes Moines

Jan 28

DSM3:20 pmDes Moines

7h 10m

2 stops

DAL10:30 pmDallas Love Field

$365

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United Airlines

Dec 16

DFW3:50 pmDallas/Fort Worth

6h 39m

1 stop

DSM10:29 pmDes Moines

Dec 25

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

5h 26m

1 stop

DFW10:56 amDallas/Fort Worth

$408

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Dec 12

DFW6:00 pmDallas/Fort Worth

5h 44m

1 stop

DSM11:44 pmDes Moines

Dec 16

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

7h 32m

1 stop

DFW3:32 pmDallas/Fort Worth

$424

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Dec 16

DFW7:00 amDallas/Fort Worth

7h 12m

1 stop

DSM2:12 pmDes Moines

Dec 24

DSM3:00 pmDes Moines

5h 18m

1 stop

DFW8:18 pmDallas/Fort Worth

$454

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Fri 1/9

6:45 am-7:22 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

8:18 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$205

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Sat 1/17

9:25 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop15h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

4:00 pm-6:12 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$207

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DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 1/9

6:45 am-7:22 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

8:18 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops22h 18m

$238

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DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 1/7

8:10 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

6:14 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops22h 49m

$253

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DFWDSM

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Thu 1/8

12:51 pm-10:19 am

1 stop21h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

4:30 pm-4:58 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$264

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DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 12/30

12:33 pm-7:41 am

1 stop19h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

8:29 pm-3:27 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$273

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DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 1/7

8:10 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

6:14 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop26h 31m

$275

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DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 12/21

10:54 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

11:14 am-1:54 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$281

DallasDes Moines

DAL - DSM

DALDSM

Dallas Love Field

Mon 1/26

5:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

6:10 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 40m

$355

DallasDes Moines

DAL - DSM

DALDSM

Dallas Love Field

Mon 1/26

10:50 am-7:20 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

6:10 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 40m

$360

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in June, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Dallas to Des Moines during January average around $399.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Dallas to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $425. Flights from Dallas to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $567. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Dallas to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $453. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $477. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Dallas to Des Moines flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Dallas when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $437 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Dallas for as low as $332 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Dallas to Des Moines flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Dallas to Des Moines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	1h 52m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The fastest flight from Dallas to Des Moines takes 1h 52m

Direct flights go from Dallas to Des Moines every day.

There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Dallas there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).

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How far is Dallas to Des Moines by plane?
There are 632.3 mi between Dallas and Des Moines. Flights usually cover this in 1h 52m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Dallas to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Dallas to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Dallas to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Dallas to Des Moines

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Frontier	PriceFrom $119	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,084 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,008 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $326	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,253 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $355	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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