Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Pittsburgh and Des Moines?

Chicago (MDW) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 57m.

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

United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?

Flights via Detroit (DTW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $386.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 3h 55m.

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Pittsburgh according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Pittsburgh Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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4:06 pm - 7:21 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

4h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:05 am - 3:13 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$282American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24

1:50 pm - 10:15 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

9h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway

3:50 pm - 10:10 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

5h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

$288Southwest

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24

1:50 pm - 10:15 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

9h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway

5:40 am - 5:40 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

11h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

$307Southwest

Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24

6:35 am - 10:17 amPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

4h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

2:46 pm - 10:53 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$309Delta

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

6:35 am - 10:17 amPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

4h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:54 pm - 12:31 amDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$309Delta

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

7:00 am - 12:20 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:21 pm - 7:09 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$309United Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2

8:03 am - 1:33 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:58 pm - 9:05 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$309American Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5

10:50 am - 2:11 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:15 pm - 11:22 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$314United Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5

1:25 pm - 10:13 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

9h 48m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

6:40 am - 8:43 amDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

25h 03m2 stops Philadelphia Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

$414Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

2:32 pm - 8:35 amPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

19h 03m1 stop Orlando

6:40 am - 8:43 amDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

25h 03m2 stops Philadelphia Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

$417Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4

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8:00 am - 12:34 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

5h 34m1 stop Philadelphia

1:55 pm - 9:47 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$589American Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22

8:45 am - 2:16 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:45 am - 5:13 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

10h 28m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$594United Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22

6:10 am - 12:20 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

7h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:20 pm - 11:30 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$599United Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22

7:00 am - 10:26 amPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:02 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$635United Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 21

8:00 am - 12:34 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

5h 34m1 stop Philadelphia

7:10 am - 12:26 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

4h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$635American Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23

6:10 am - 2:16 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

9h 06m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 1:15 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$640United Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23

6:10 am - 2:16 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

9h 06m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:21 pm - 7:11 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$640United Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 21

3:25 pm - 9:55 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

7h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

5:40 am - 12:55 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

6h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

$645Southwest

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23

7:41 am - 12:24 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

5h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:55 am - 3:16 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$667American Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24

7:41 am - 12:24 pmPIT Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines

5h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:55 am - 3:16 pmDSM Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh

7h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$674American Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24

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United Airlines flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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Aug 29

PIT7:00 amPittsburgh

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DSM12:20 pmDes Moines

Sep 2

DSM1:21 pmDes Moines

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PIT7:09 pmPittsburgh

$309

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Aug 29

PIT6:10 amPittsburgh

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DSM12:20 pmDes Moines

Sep 2

DSM1:21 pmDes Moines

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PIT7:09 pmPittsburgh

$314

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Sep 2

PIT7:00 amPittsburgh

6h 20m

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Sep 6

DSM1:21 pmDes Moines

6h 26m

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PIT8:47 pmPittsburgh

$350

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Sep 17

PIT6:35 amPittsburgh

4h 42m

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DSM10:17 amDes Moines

Sep 21

DSM2:46 pmDes Moines

7h 07m

1 stop

PIT10:53 pmPittsburgh

$309

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Oct 2

PIT5:40 pmPittsburgh

5h 46m

1 stop

DSM10:26 pmDes Moines

Oct 5

DSM6:54 pmDes Moines

4h 37m

1 stop

PIT12:31 amPittsburgh

$322

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Oct 1

PIT11:35 amPittsburgh

6h 13m

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DSM4:48 pmDes Moines

Oct 4

DSM5:59 pmDes Moines

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PIT10:53 pmPittsburgh

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1 stop4h 21m

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3:15 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops7h 07m

$314

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PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines

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Fri 10/2

1:25 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Des Moines

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6:40 am-8:43 am

2 stops25h 03m

$414

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT Pittsburgh - DSM Des Moines

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Thu 10/1

2:32 pm-8:35 am

1 stop19h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 10/4

6:40 am-8:43 am

2 stops25h 03m

$417

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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 November is your next best option. Flight prices from Pittsburgh to Des Moines during November average around $311.

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Best Price Found	$155
Fastest flight time	4h 23m
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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Pittsburgh in the past 72 hours is $155. The best round-trip flight deal from Pittsburgh to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $282.

The fastest flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines takes 4h 23m

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How far is Pittsburgh to Des Moines by plane?
The straight-line distance from Pittsburgh to Des Moines is 713.9 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 23m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Pittsburgh Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Pittsburgh Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Pittsburgh Airport to Des Moines Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Pittsburgh Airport to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Pittsburgh to Des Moines is Delta, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 29%, American Airlines at 21%, and Southwest at 20%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,951 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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