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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines from $90

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Allegiant Air Logo
8:47 pm - 10:31 pm
PHL
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DSM
2h 44mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
4:41 pm - 7:57 pm
DSM
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PHL
2h 16mnonstop
$158Allegiant Air
Thu, May 28 - Sun, May 31
Allegiant Air Logo
8:03 pm - 9:47 pm
PHL
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DSM
2h 44mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
5:02 pm - 8:18 pm
DSM
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PHL
2h 16mnonstop
$182Allegiant Air
Thu, Jun 18 - Sun, Jun 21
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 9:56 am
PHL
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DSM
4h 51m
1 stop
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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PHL
6h 34m
1 stop
$187Delta
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 10:51 pm
PHL
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DSM
27h 52m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 12:52 am
DSM
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PHL
27h 31m
2 stops
$208Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 10:51 pm
PHL
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DSM
10h 11m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 5:31 am
DSM
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PHL
8h 10m
1 stop
$217Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 6
Frontier Logo
8:25 pm - 7:16 pm
PHL
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DSM
23h 51m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:21 pm - 5:31 am
DSM
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PHL
8h 10m
1 stop
$218Frontier
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:28 pm - 4:00 pm
PHL
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DSM
23h 32m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 8:44 am
DSM
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PHL
23h 14m
1 stop
$222Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 12:21 pm
PHL
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DSM
25h 21m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 5:31 am
DSM
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PHL
8h 10m
1 stop
$226Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 1:20 pm
PHL
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DSM
26h 32m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 7:57 pm
DSM
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PHL
2h 16mnonstop
$228Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Sun, May 24
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 1:13 pm
PHL
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DSM
3h 03mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:41 am
DSM
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PHL
2h 41mnonstop
$245American Airlines
Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23

United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 3
PHL8:02 amPhiladelphia
7h 25m
1 stop
DSM2:27 pmDes Moines
Mar 10
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
5h 24m
1 stop
PHL2:24 pmPhiladelphia
$265
United Airlines
Mar 3
PHL12:55 pmPhiladelphia
11h 48m
2 stops
DSM11:43 pmDes Moines
Mar 10
DSM3:28 pmDes Moines
4h 41m
1 stop
PHL9:09 pmPhiladelphia
$270
United Airlines
May 20
PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:37 amDes Moines
May 24
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
7h 09m
2 stops
PHL2:09 pmPhiladelphia
$286

Allegiant Air flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Our best Allegiant Air deals on Philadelphia to Des Moines flight tickets
Allegiant Air
May 28
PHL8:47 pmPhiladelphia
2h 44m
DSM10:31 pmDes Moines
May 31
DSM4:41 pmDes Moines
2h 16m
PHL7:57 pmPhiladelphia
$158
Allegiant Air
Jun 18
PHL8:03 pmPhiladelphia
2h 44m
DSM9:47 pmDes Moines
Jun 21
DSM5:02 pmDes Moines
2h 16m
PHL8:18 pmPhiladelphia
$182

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 5, 2026.
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PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

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

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 6/18

8:03 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

5:02 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$182

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

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

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 3/4

7:59 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop27h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

8:21 pm-12:52 am

2 stops27h 31m

$208

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 3/5

1:40 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

8:21 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 10m

$217

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 3/12

8:25 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop23h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 3/16

8:21 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 10m

$218

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 4/15

5:28 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop23h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

8:30 am-8:44 am

1 stop23h 14m

$222

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 3/4

12:00 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops25h 21m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

8:21 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 10m

$226

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 5/20

11:48 am-1:20 pm

2 stops26h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

4:41 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$228

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Wed 6/17

11:10 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$245

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

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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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia for as low as $293 on momondo.

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

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

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

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

As of February 2026, prices for Philadelphia to Des Moines flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Philadelphia to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Philadelphia to Des Moines (PHL to DSM) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Fastest flight time

2h 44m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Des Moines takes 2h 44m
Direct flights go from Philadelphia to Des Moines on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Philadelphia there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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  • How far is Philadelphia to Des Moines by plane?

    Des Moines is 970.7 mi away from Philadelphia. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 44m.

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

    Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Philadelphia Airport 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 Philadelphia to Des Moines?

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Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Des Moines

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Rating
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Price
FrontierPriceFrom $131Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,052 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,144 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $240Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,274 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $251Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,222 reviews
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