What airlines fly to Tucson?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tucson from Des Moines according to our data. Allegiant Air is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tucson. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Tucson on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

2 flights are operational weekly from Des Moines to Tucson as of July 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Southwest, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Tucson

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

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tucson Airport are updated daily.

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

As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tucson Airport.

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

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

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

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5:12 am - 8:29 amDSM-TUS

5h 17m1 stop

1:30 pm - 10:57 pmTUS-DSM

7h 27m1 stop

$183American Airlines

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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 28

5:12 am - 8:29 amDSM-TUS

5h 17m1 stop

11:55 am - 11:13 pmTUS-DSM

9h 18m2 stops

$188American Airlines

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Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 10

7:32 am - 11:27 amDSM-TUS

5h 55m1 stop

3:36 pm - 10:57 pmTUS-DSM

5h 21m1 stop

$210American Airlines

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Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24

5:12 am - 1:13 pmDSM-TUS

10h 01m2 stops

3:00 pm - 12:14 amTUS-DSM

7h 14m1 stop

$215American Airlines

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Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25

4:09 pm - 9:47 pmDSM-TUS

7h 38m1 stop

12:54 pm - 10:43 pmTUS-DSM

7h 49m1 stop

$257Delta

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Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Aug 31

10:58 am - 9:27 pmDSM-TUS

12h 29m2 stops

12:54 pm - 10:43 pmTUS-DSM

7h 49m1 stop

$262Delta

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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 28

11:40 am - 6:45 pmDSM-TUS

8h 05m1 stop

12:00 pm - 9:35 pmTUS-DSM

8h 35m2 stops

$310Southwest

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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 2

4:10 pm - 12:15 amDSM-TUS

9h 05m2 stops

12:00 pm - 9:35 pmTUS-DSM

8h 35m2 stops

$335Southwest

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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 2

5:14 pm - 9:44 pmDSM-TUS

5h 30m1 stop

2:40 pm - 8:31 pmTUS-DSM

4h 51m1 stop

$372United Airlines

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Fri, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 2

6:00 am - 10:01 amDSM-TUS

5h 01m1 stop

7:00 am - 12:34 pmTUS-DSM

4h 34m1 stop

$387United Airlines

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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Tucson

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American Airlines

Aug 21

DSM5:12 amDes Moines

5h 17m

1 stop

TUS8:29 amTucson

Aug 28

TUS1:30 pmTucson

7h 27m

1 stop

DSM10:57 pmDes Moines

$183

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American Airlines

Sep 1

DSM5:12 amDes Moines

5h 17m

1 stop

TUS8:29 amTucson

Sep 10

TUS11:55 amTucson

9h 18m

2 stops

DSM11:13 pmDes Moines

$188

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American Airlines

Aug 21

DSM7:32 amDes Moines

5h 55m

1 stop

TUS11:27 amTucson

Aug 24

TUS3:36 pmTucson

5h 21m

1 stop

DSM10:57 pmDes Moines

$210

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Tucson

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Southwest

Nov 28

DSM11:40 amDes Moines

8h 05m

1 stop

TUS6:45 pmTucson

Dec 2

TUS12:00 pmTucson

8h 35m

2 stops

DSM9:35 pmDes Moines

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Southwest

Nov 28

DSM4:10 pmDes Moines

9h 05m

2 stops

TUS12:15 amTucson

Dec 2

TUS12:00 pmTucson

8h 35m

2 stops

DSM9:35 pmDes Moines

$335

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Southwest

Sep 1

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

11h 00m

2 stops

TUS3:00 pmTucson

Sep 10

TUS5:40 amTucson

7h 00m

2 stops

DSM2:40 pmDes Moines

$341

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Tucson

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tucson?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tucson. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $344. If you don’t want to visit Tucson in August, then you should wait until September to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $366.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tucson?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Tucson from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $381. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to Tucson for around $487.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Tucson when you can find flight prices for as low as $356. Flying to Tucson in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $446.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tucson from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tucson for around $440 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tucson from Des Moines for as low as $339 on momondo.

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When to book flights from Des Moines to Tucson

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Best Price Found	$110
Fastest flight time	5h 01m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Tucson	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Tucson from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $110. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Tucson found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $183.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Tucson takes 5h 01m

There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Tucson. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Tucson Airport.

There is 1 airport near Tucson: Tucson (TUS)

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How far is Des Moines to Tucson by plane?
Des Moines and Tucson are 1151.6 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 5h 01m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tucson Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tucson Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tucson Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tucson Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Tucson 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 Tucson Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tucson Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Des Moines to Tucson is American Airlines, representing 56% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 34% and Southwest at 10%.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Tucson

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,846 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $351	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,250 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Des Moines to Tucson
Southwest flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson start from $351 round-trip. Over the 2 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $432 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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