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2:39 pm - 7:33 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
4h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:35 pm - 1:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
16h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$172Frontier
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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2:10 pm - 7:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 pm - 1:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
16h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$197Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:21 pm - 12:26 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:37 pm - 12:37 amDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$203American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:31 pm - 12:26 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
5h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:23 am - 1:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$217American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:15 am - 10:37 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
1h 22mnonstop
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11:00 am - 12:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 14mnonstop
$219Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:55 am - 10:21 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
1h 26mnonstop
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4:53 pm - 6:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 19mnonstop
$219Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:55 am - 10:21 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
1h 26mnonstop
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4:53 pm - 6:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 19mnonstop
$219Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:55 am - 10:19 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
1h 24mnonstop
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4:53 pm - 6:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 19mnonstop
$219Delta
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:50 am - 10:14 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
1h 24mnonstop
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10:54 am - 12:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 14mnonstop
$219Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:34 pm - 12:19 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:31 pm - 12:26 amDSM  Des Moines-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$239American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

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Delta flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Minneapolis to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Dec 4
MSP8:55 amMinneapolis St Paul
1h 26m
DSM10:21 amDes Moines
Dec 6
DSM4:53 pmDes Moines
1h 19m
MSP6:12 pmMinneapolis St Paul
$219
Delta
Nov 26
MSP9:15 amMinneapolis St Paul
1h 22m
DSM10:37 amDes Moines
Dec 3
DSM4:53 pmDes Moines
1h 19m
MSP6:12 pmMinneapolis St Paul
$249
Delta
Nov 20
MSP8:55 amMinneapolis St Paul
1h 24m
DSM10:19 amDes Moines
Nov 23
DSM6:45 amDes Moines
1h 16m
MSP8:01 amMinneapolis St Paul
$279

Frontier flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Minneapolis to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
Nov 26
MSP2:39 pmMinneapolis St Paul
4h 54m
1 stop
DSM7:33 pmDes Moines
Dec 3
DSM8:35 pmDes Moines
16h 34m
1 stop
MSP1:09 pmMinneapolis St Paul
$172
Frontier
Dec 3
MSP2:10 pmMinneapolis St Paul
5h 30m
1 stop
DSM7:40 pmDes Moines
Dec 6
DSM8:45 pmDes Moines
16h 30m
1 stop
MSP1:15 pmMinneapolis St Paul
$197

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MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/26

2:39 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

8:35 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$172

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/3

2:10 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 12/6

8:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$197

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/7

6:21 pm-12:26 am

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 1/9

7:37 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 00m

$203

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/16

6:31 pm-12:26 am

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

7:23 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$217
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MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 11/26

9:15 am-10:37 am

Nonstop1h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 11/29

11:00 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 12/4

8:55 am-10:21 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 12/6

4:53 pm-6:12 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/3

8:55 am-10:21 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 12/6

4:53 pm-6:12 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/27

8:55 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Des Moines

Fri 12/4

4:53 pm-6:12 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/7

8:50 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Des Moines

Sat 1/9

10:54 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$219

MinneapolisDes Moines

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - DSM Des Moines

MSPDSM

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 11/27

6:34 pm-12:19 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 12/4

7:31 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 55m

$239

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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 October, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Minneapolis to Des Moines during February average around $259.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Minneapolis 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 $299. Flights from Minneapolis to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $617. 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 Minneapolis to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $369. 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 $517. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines flight route?

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Minneapolis to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Minneapolis to Des Moines flight.

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

As of November 2026, prices for Minneapolis to Des Moines flights are approximately 311% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$81

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

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Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Minneapolis in the past 72 hours is $81. The best round-trip flight deal from Minneapolis to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $172.
The fastest flight from Minneapolis to Des Moines takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Minneapolis to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Minneapolis there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Minneapolis to Des Moines

  • How far is Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines by plane?

    There are 235.1 mi between Minneapolis St Paul and Des Moines. Typically, this will take 1h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Minneapolis to Des Moines?

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Best airlines flying from Minneapolis to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,694 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Minneapolis to Des Moines

    Delta flies from Minneapolis to Des Moines around 4 times per week, with 8,694 momondo users rating the airline 7.8/10. The cheapest Delta deal from Minneapolis to Des Moines in the last 72 hours was $199 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $389 for Delta flights on this route.

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