How often are flights from Des Moines to Tampa delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Des Moines and Tampa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Tampa?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $336.

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

Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Tampa

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Tampa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Tampa?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What airlines fly to Tampa?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tampa from Des Moines according to our data. Allegiant Air is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tampa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Tampa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Tampa?

St. Louis (STL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 25m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Tampa?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 36m.

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

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

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Tampa 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 Des Moines Airport to Tampa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tampa 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 Tampa Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from Des Moines, with most prices found around $325. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of May, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $330.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Tampa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tampa from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tampa for around $381 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tampa from Des Moines for as low as $247 on momondo.

How have Des Moines to Tampa flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Des Moines to Tampa flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Tampa is 1132.4 mi. 4h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tampa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Tampa 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 Des Moines Airport to Tampa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tampa 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 Tampa Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Tampa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Tampa is American Airlines (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Southwest (20%), Delta (19%), and Allegiant Air (14%).

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from Des Moines, with most prices found around $325. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of May, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $330.

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How have Des Moines to Tampa flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Des Moines to Tampa flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Tampa

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How often are flights from Des Moines to Tampa delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Des Moines and Tampa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Tampa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Tampa?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Tampa?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $336.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Tampa?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 36m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Tampa?

St. Louis (STL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 25m.

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