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

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

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

As of February 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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 54% 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 long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Pennsylvania, such as Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 2h 44m and 3h 55m, respectively.

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 February 2026, 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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8:47 pm - 10:31 pm

PHL

DSM

2h 44mnonstop

4:41 pm - 7:57 pm

DSM

PHL

2h 16mnonstop

$158Allegiant Air

Thu, May 28 - Sun, May 31

8:00 am - 7:16 pm

DCA

DSM

12h 16m

1 stop

8:21 pm - 1:02 pm

DSM

DCA

15h 41m

1 stop

$173Frontier

Fri, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 9

6:05 am - 9:56 am

PHL

DSM

4h 51m

1 stop

4:25 pm - 11:59 pm

DSM

PHL

6h 34m

1 stop

$187Delta

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9

12:59 pm - 10:51 pm

LGA

DSM

10h 52m

1 stop

8:21 pm - 11:08 pm

DSM

LGA

25h 47m

2 stops

$202Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

4:59 pm - 10:51 pm

LGA

DSM

30h 52m

1 stop

8:21 pm - 9:05 pm

DSM

LGA

23h 44m

2 stops

$203Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9

6:15 am - 12:29 pm

MDT

DSM

7h 14m

1 stop

8:04 am - 1:33 pm

DSM

MDT

4h 29m

1 stop

$269United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21

8:29 am - 12:29 pm

MDT

DSM

5h 00m

1 stop

5:30 am - 4:51 pm

DSM

MDT

10h 21m

2 stops

$274United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21

6:31 pm - 10:20 pm

MDT

DSM

4h 49m

1 stop

1:48 pm - 10:59 pm

DSM

MDT

8h 11m

2 stops

$284American Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23

6:00 am - 10:17 am

EWR

DSM

5h 17m

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10:57 am - 6:30 pm

DSM

EWR

6h 33m

1 stop

$294Delta

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25

2:12 pm - 11:49 pm

LGA

DSM

10h 37m

1 stop

6:00 am - 3:09 pm

DSM

LGA

8h 09m

1 stop

$297American Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Sat, May 16

Delta flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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Mar 4

PHL6:05 amPhiladelphia

4h 51m

1 stop

DSM9:56 amDes Moines

Mar 9

DSM4:25 pmDes Moines

6h 34m

1 stop

PHL11:59 pmPhiladelphia

$187

Delta

May 13

PHL6:35 amPhiladelphia

8h 12m

1 stop

DSM1:47 pmDes Moines

May 27

DSM5:28 pmDes Moines

4h 49m

1 stop

PHL11:17 pmPhiladelphia

$255

Delta

Mar 7

PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia

5h 07m

1 stop

DSM10:17 amDes Moines

Mar 21

DSM6:15 amDes Moines

4h 26m

1 stop

PHL11:41 amPhiladelphia

$265

Frontier flights from Pennsylvania to Des Moines

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Mar 6

DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

12h 16m

1 stop

DSM7:16 pmDes Moines

Mar 9

DSM8:21 pmDes Moines

15h 41m

1 stop

DCA1:02 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$173

Frontier

Mar 10

DCA2:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

30h 16m

1 stop

DSM7:16 pmDes Moines

Mar 30

DSM8:21 pmDes Moines

14h 43m

1 stop

DCA12:04 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$201

Frontier

Mar 16

DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

12h 16m

1 stop

DSM7:16 pmDes Moines

Apr 6

DSM8:14 pmDes Moines

19h 45m

1 stop

DCA4:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$225

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Thu 5/28

8:47 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 5/31

4:41 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$158

Washington, D.C.Des Moines

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/6

8:00 am-7:16 pm

1 stop12h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

8:21 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop15h 41m

$173

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PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 3/4

6:05 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

4:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$187

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LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 3/5

12:59 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

8:21 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops25h 47m

$202

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Wed 3/4

4:59 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop30h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

8:21 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$203

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Thu 4/16

6:15 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

8:04 am-1:33 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$269

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Thu 4/16

8:29 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

5:30 am-4:51 pm

2 stops10h 21m

$274

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Harrisburg

Fri 2/20

6:31 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

1:48 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops8h 11m

$284

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EWRDSM

Newark

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

10:57 am-6:30 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$294

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/14

2:12 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Des Moines

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$297

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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 $334. 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 $363 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 $293 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.

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The fastest flight from Pennsylvania to Des Moines takes 2h 44m

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

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As of February 2026, 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 (66.67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (22.22%) and Embraer 175 (11.11%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $131	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,052 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $173	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,151 reviews	Search Delta flights
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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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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?

Frontier, Southwest, and Allegiant Air 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 February 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Pennsylvania to Des Moines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% 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 Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 2h 44m and 3h 55m, respectively.

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