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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Portland from $176

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American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 4:55 pm
DSM
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PWM
8h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 12:15 am
PWM
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DSM
5h 55m
1 stop
$351American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 5:00 pm
DSM
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PWM
9h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 8:45 pm
PWM
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DSM
4h 55m
1 stop
$356Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 5:00 pm
DSM
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PWM
9h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:50 pm - 10:26 pm
PWM
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DSM
10h 36m
2 stops
$361Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:49 am
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PWM
5h 49m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:37 am - 12:37 pm
PWM
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DSM
6h 00m
1 stop
$371American Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Aug 19
Delta Logo
10:56 am - 11:09 pm
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PWM
11h 13m
2 stops
Delta Logo
1:12 pm - 7:15 pm
PWM
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DSM
7h 03m
1 stop
$376Delta
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Aug 19
Delta Logo
11:57 am - 11:18 pm
DSM
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PWM
10h 21m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 5:11 pm
PWM
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DSM
12h 06m
2 stops
$382Delta
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Aug 19
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:49 am
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PWM
5h 49m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 8:51 pm
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DSM
8h 26m
1 stop
$389American Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Aug 3
American Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 9:46 pm
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7h 13m
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American Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 12:12 am
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7h 14m
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$399American Airlines
Wed, Jun 24 - Sat, Jun 27
United Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 11:51 pm
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11h 25m
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United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:27 am
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5h 27m
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$404United Airlines
Wed, Jun 24 - Sat, Jun 27
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 9:30 pm
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4h 40m
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Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 7:25 pm
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4h 45m
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$405Southwest
Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 26

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Portland, Maine

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United Airlines
Jun 24
DSM11:26 amDes Moines
11h 25m
2 stops
PWM11:51 pmPortland
Jun 27
PWM6:00 amPortland
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:27 amDes Moines
$404
United Airlines
Sep 21
DSM3:24 pmDes Moines
5h 37m
1 stop
PWM10:01 pmPortland
Sep 26
PWM6:00 amPortland
9h 11m
2 stops
DSM2:11 pmDes Moines
$410
United Airlines
Sep 22
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
7h 35m
2 stops
PWM2:35 pmPortland
Sep 23
PWM6:00 amPortland
5h 11m
1 stop
DSM10:11 amDes Moines
$446

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Portland, Maine

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Portland, Maine flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 21
DSM3:50 pmDes Moines
4h 40m
1 stop
PWM9:30 pmPortland
Sep 26
PWM3:40 pmPortland
4h 45m
1 stop
DSM7:25 pmDes Moines
$405
Southwest
Aug 19
DSM7:15 amDes Moines
12h 55m
2 stops
PWM9:10 pmPortland
Aug 23
PWM7:40 amPortland
4h 55m
1 stop
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
$438
Southwest
Sep 25
DSM3:50 pmDes Moines
4h 40m
1 stop
PWM9:30 pmPortland
Oct 2
PWM6:30 amPortland
5h 50m
1 stop
DSM11:20 amDes Moines
$467

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Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

7:05 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Portland

Wed 9/16

7:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 55m

$351

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

6:20 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Portland

Wed 9/16

4:50 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$356

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

6:20 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Portland

Wed 9/16

12:50 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$361

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

5:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 49m

Portland

Wed 8/19

7:37 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$371

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

10:56 am-11:09 pm

2 stops11h 13m

Portland

Wed 8/19

1:12 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$376

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

11:57 am-11:18 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Portland

Wed 8/19

6:05 am-5:11 pm

2 stops12h 06m

$382

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

5:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 49m

Portland

Mon 8/3

1:25 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$389

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

1:33 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Portland

Sat 6/27

5:58 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 14m

$399

Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Wed 6/24

11:26 am-11:51 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Portland

Sat 6/27

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

$404
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Des MoinesPortland

DSM - PWM

DSMPWM

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

3:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Portland

Sat 9/26

3:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$405

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Portland, Maine

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Portland, Maine?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Portland, Maine?

The cheapest month to fly to Portland, Maine from Des Moines is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Portland, Maine during the month of December, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $326.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Portland, Maine from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Portland, Maine for around $521 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Portland, Maine from Des Moines for as low as $285 on momondo.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Portland, Maine

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Portland, Maine according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Des Moines to Portland, Maine (DSM to PWM) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

4h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Portland, Maine takes 4h 40m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Portland, Maine. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Portland, Maine.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Portland, Maine

  • How far is Des Moines to Portland by plane?

    The distance between Des Moines and Portland is about 1192.1 mi. 4h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Portland Airport were last updated today.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Portland Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Portland Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Portland Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Portland Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Portland, Maine?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Portland, Maine

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,666 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,456 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $321Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,684 reviews
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