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

American Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Des Moines to Tucson

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 63% 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.

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 November 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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5:09 pm - 9:26 pmDSM-TUS

5h 17m1 stop

2:32 pm - 8:34 pmTUS-DSM

5h 02m1 stop

$305United Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 4

3:35 pm - 11:15 pmDSM-TUS

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10:41 am - 9:50 pmTUS-DSM

10h 09m2 stops

$310United Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 4

10:57 am - 10:07 pmDSM-TUS

12h 10m2 stops

8:05 am - 9:19 pmTUS-DSM

12h 14m2 stops

$315Delta

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Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 3

3:00 pm - 11:45 pmDSM-TUS

9h 45m1 stop

3:04 pm - 9:15 pmTUS-DSM

5h 11m1 stop

$336Delta

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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10

3:21 pm - 9:17 pmDSM-TUS

6h 56m1 stop

9:09 am - 4:55 pmTUS-DSM

6h 46m1 stop

$337American Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

11:01 am - 11:45 pmDSM-TUS

13h 44m2 stops

6:00 am - 1:31 pmTUS-DSM

6h 31m1 stop

$341Delta

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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10

3:21 pm - 10:59 pmDSM-TUS

8h 38m2 stops

4:54 pm - 10:59 pmTUS-DSM

5h 05m1 stop

$342American Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

6:24 am - 4:42 pmDSM-TUS

11h 18m2 stops

8:00 am - 9:24 pmTUS-DSM

12h 24m2 stops

$346Delta

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5:24 am - 11:15 amDSM-TUS

6h 51m1 stop

2:50 pm - 8:04 pmTUS-DSM

4h 14m1 stop

$347American Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 4

6:10 am - 5:20 pmDSM-TUS

12h 10m2 stops

10:55 am - 9:10 pmTUS-DSM

9h 15m2 stops

$352Southwest

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Tucson

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Feb 21

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

5h 05m

1 stop

TUS10:15 amTucson

Mar 7

TUS4:20 pmTucson

4h 25m

1 stop

DSM9:45 pmDes Moines

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Jan 7

DSM12:05 pmDes Moines

6h 05m

1 stop

TUS5:10 pmTucson

Jan 11

TUS1:50 pmTucson

6h 30m

1 stop

DSM9:20 pmDes Moines

$371

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Southwest

Feb 21

DSM6:15 pmDes Moines

6h 40m

1 stop

TUS11:55 pmTucson

Mar 7

TUS11:20 amTucson

10h 30m

2 stops

DSM10:50 pmDes Moines

$372

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Delta

Feb 28

DSM10:57 amDes Moines

12h 10m

2 stops

TUS10:07 pmTucson

Mar 3

TUS1:32 pmTucson

7h 59m

1 stop

DSM10:31 pmDes Moines

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Delta

Feb 28

DSM10:57 amDes Moines

12h 10m

2 stops

TUS10:07 pmTucson

Mar 3

TUS8:05 amTucson

12h 14m

2 stops

DSM9:19 pmDes Moines

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Dec 6

DSM3:00 pmDes Moines

9h 45m

1 stop

TUS11:45 pmTucson

Dec 10

TUS3:04 pmTucson

5h 11m

1 stop

DSM9:15 pmDes Moines

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Mon 2/2

5:09 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop5h 17m

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Wed 2/4

2:32 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$305

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Des Moines

Mon 2/2

3:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 40m

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Wed 2/4

10:41 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 09m

$310

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DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

10:57 am-10:07 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Tucson

Tue 3/3

8:05 am-9:19 pm

2 stops12h 14m

$315

Des MoinesTucson

DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

3:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Tucson

Wed 12/10

3:04 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$336

Des MoinesTucson

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Des Moines

Tue 12/2

3:21 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Tucson

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9:09 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$337

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Des Moines

Sat 12/6

11:01 am-11:45 pm

2 stops13h 44m

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Wed 12/10

6:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$341

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DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

3:21 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops8h 38m

Tucson

Tue 12/9

4:54 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$342

Des MoinesTucson

DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

6:24 am-4:42 pm

2 stops11h 18m

Tucson

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-9:24 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$346

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DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

5:24 am-11:15 am

1 stop6h 51m

Tucson

Wed 2/4

2:50 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$347

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DSM - TUS

DSMTUS

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Sat 2/28

6:10 am-5:20 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Tucson

Tue 3/3

10:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$352

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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 $309. If you don’t want to visit Tucson in August, then you should wait until February to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $369.

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.

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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 4h 45m 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 November 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 33% and Southwest at 11%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $262	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $336	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,028 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $346	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,251 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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