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

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Pennsylvania, such as Pittsburgh or Harrisburg, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 4h 05m and 4h 31m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Pennsylvania according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of December 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines Airport.

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

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

The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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2:00 pm - 7:04 pm

DCA

DSM

30h 04m1 stop

7:17 pm - 1:15 pm

DSM

DCA

16h 58m1 stop

$170Frontier

Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2

11:55 am - 2:00 pm

EWR

DSM

3h 05mnonstop

7:35 am - 11:05 am

DSM

EWR

2h 30mnonstop

$207Allegiant Air

Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1

6:00 am - 10:18 am

PHL

DSM

5h 18m1 stop

5:35 pm - 11:40 pm

DSM

PHL

5h 05m1 stop

$245Delta

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12

4:54 pm - 5:24 pm

LGA

DSM

25h 30m2 stops

8:18 pm - 4:55 pm

DSM

LGA

19h 37m1 stop

$253Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 16

6:10 am - 10:17 am

PHL

DSM

5h 07m1 stop

6:19 am - 11:43 am

DSM

PHL

4h 24m1 stop

$268Delta

Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28

12:55 pm - 2:55 pm

EWR

DSM

3h 00mnonstop

8:00 am - 1:10 am

DSM

EWR

40h 10m2 stops

$268Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 3 - Mon, Jan 5

7:30 am - 11:12 am

MDT

DSM

4h 42m1 stop

5:00 pm - 11:58 pm

DSM

MDT

5h 58m1 stop

$269American Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 17

7:00 am - 3:44 pm

MDT

DSM

9h 44m2 stops

5:00 pm - 11:58 pm

DSM

MDT

5h 58m1 stop

$274American Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 17

5:40 am - 10:55 am

PHL

DSM

6h 15m2 stops

6:10 am - 4:45 pm

DSM

PHL

9h 35m1 stop

$282Southwest

Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28

6:00 am - 2:55 pm

DCA

DSM

9h 55m2 stops

3:20 pm - 9:00 pm

DSM

DCA

4h 40m1 stop

$305Southwest

Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13

American Airlines flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Jan 15

MDT7:30 amHarrisburg

4h 42m

1 stop

DSM11:12 amDes Moines

Jan 17

DSM5:00 pmDes Moines

5h 58m

1 stop

MDT11:58 pmHarrisburg

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Jan 15

MDT7:00 amHarrisburg

9h 44m

2 stops

DSM3:44 pmDes Moines

Jan 17

DSM5:00 pmDes Moines

5h 58m

1 stop

MDT11:58 pmHarrisburg

$274

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Dec 31

ABE6:04 amAllentown-Bethlehem

8h 17m

1 stop

DSM1:21 pmDes Moines

Jan 7

DSM4:25 pmDes Moines

5h 01m

1 stop

ABE10:26 pmAllentown-Bethlehem

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May 6

PHL6:00 amPhiladelphia

5h 18m

1 stop

DSM10:18 amDes Moines

May 12

DSM5:35 pmDes Moines

5h 05m

1 stop

PHL11:40 pmPhiladelphia

$245

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Delta

Feb 26

PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia

5h 07m

1 stop

DSM10:17 amDes Moines

Feb 28

DSM6:19 amDes Moines

4h 24m

1 stop

PHL11:43 amPhiladelphia

$268

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May 7

PHL5:30 amPhiladelphia

5h 46m

1 stop

DSM10:16 amDes Moines

May 12

DSM5:35 pmDes Moines

5h 05m

1 stop

PHL11:40 pmPhiladelphia

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DCA - DSM

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/26

2:00 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop30h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

7:17 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$170

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 5/29

11:55 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

7:35 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$207

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

5:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$245

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/13

4:54 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

8:18 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$253

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 2/26

6:10 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 07m

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

6:19 am-11:43 am

1 stop4h 24m

$268

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EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Sat 1/3

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

8:00 am-1:10 am

2 stops40h 10m

$268

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MDT - DSM

MDTDSM

Harrisburg

Thu 1/15

7:30 am-11:12 am

1 stop4h 42m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

5:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$269

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Thu 1/15

7:00 am-3:44 pm

2 stops9h 44m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

5:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$274

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PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 2/26

5:40 am-10:55 am

2 stops6h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

6:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$282

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

DCA - DSM

DCADSM

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-2:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

3:20 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$305

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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 September is your next best option. Flight prices from Pennsylvania to Des Moines during September average around $300.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Pennsylvania 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 $310. Flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $610. 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 Pennsylvania to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $342. 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 afternoon because they tend to be around $553. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Pennsylvania to Des Moines flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Pennsylvania when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $360 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Pennsylvania for as low as $294 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania to Des Moines flights?

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Fastest flight time	2h 52m
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The fastest flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines takes 2h 52m

Direct flights go from Pennsylvania to Des Moines every day.

There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Pennsylvania there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Pennsylvania to Des Moines 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 Pennsylvania to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Pennsylvania to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Pennsylvania to Des Moines is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (90.91% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (6.06%) and Embraer 175 (3.03%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $204	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,102 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $214	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,078 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,052 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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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 September is your next best option. Flight prices from Pennsylvania to Des Moines during September average around $300.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Pennsylvania to Des Moines flight.

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

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

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

As of December 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 23% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Pennsylvania, such as Pittsburgh or Harrisburg, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 4h 05m and 4h 31m, respectively.

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