What airlines fly to Des Moines?

Delta, American Airlines and United 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 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 December 2025, there are 3 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.

$224 Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Pittsburgh and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $446 to $663. The lowest price recently found on this route was $351.

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8:45 am - 2:33 pm

PIT

DSM

6h 48m1 stop

8:00 am - 1:18 pm

DSM

PIT

4h 18m1 stop

$351United Airlines

Wed, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 4

2:45 pm - 9:40 pm

PIT

DSM

7h 55m2 stops

8:00 am - 1:18 pm

DSM

PIT

4h 18m1 stop

$356United Airlines

Wed, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 4

6:00 am - 10:40 am

PIT

DSM

5h 40m1 stop

5:24 am - 12:36 pm

DSM

PIT

6h 12m1 stop

$367Delta

Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15

12:10 pm - 11:15 pm

PIT

DSM

12h 05m2 stops

4:20 pm - 9:25 pm

DSM

PIT

4h 05m1 stop

$372Southwest

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

8:51 am - 2:27 pm

PIT

DSM

6h 36m1 stop

3:24 pm - 8:54 pm

DSM

PIT

4h 30m1 stop

$384United Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Mon, Feb 23

10:45 am - 2:27 pm

PIT

DSM

4h 42m1 stop

3:24 pm - 11:15 pm

DSM

PIT

6h 51m2 stops

$389United Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Mon, Feb 23

2:00 pm - 11:43 pm

PIT

DSM

10h 43m2 stops

3:24 pm - 11:15 pm

DSM

PIT

6h 51m2 stops

$394United Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Mon, Feb 23

6:10 am - 1:23 pm

PIT

DSM

8h 13m2 stops

3:28 pm - 11:10 pm

DSM

PIT

6h 42m2 stops

$404United Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

3:28 pm - 10:25 pm

PIT

DSM

7h 57m2 stops

10:09 am - 5:18 pm

DSM

PIT

6h 09m1 stop

$415American Airlines

Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15

10:26 am - 8:41 pm

PIT

DSM

11h 15m2 stops

6:55 pm - 11:51 pm

DSM

PIT

3h 56m1 stop

$442United Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 20

Delta flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Pittsburgh to Des Moines flight tickets

Delta

Dec 31

PIT7:00 amPittsburgh

5h 28m

1 stop

DSM11:28 amDes Moines

Dec 31

DSM5:55 pmDes Moines

4h 41m

1 stop

PIT11:36 pmPittsburgh

$255

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Delta

Feb 12

PIT6:30 amPittsburgh

4h 47m

1 stop

DSM10:17 amDes Moines

Feb 15

DSM5:24 amDes Moines

6h 12m

1 stop

PIT12:36 pmPittsburgh

$367

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Delta

Dec 28

PIT6:00 pmPittsburgh

3h 44m

1 stop

DSM8:44 pmDes Moines

Dec 31

DSM5:55 pmDes Moines

4h 41m

1 stop

PIT11:36 pmPittsburgh

$416

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American Airlines flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Dec 31

PIT8:32 amPittsburgh

5h 49m

1 stop

DSM1:21 pmDes Moines

Jan 1

DSM6:40 amDes Moines

4h 57m

1 stop

PIT12:37 pmPittsburgh

$325

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American Airlines

Feb 12

PIT6:58 pmPittsburgh

4h 27m

1 stop

DSM10:25 pmDes Moines

Feb 15

DSM6:26 amDes Moines

8h 45m

2 stops

PIT4:11 pmPittsburgh

$401

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American Airlines

Feb 12

PIT3:28 pmPittsburgh

7h 57m

2 stops

DSM10:25 pmDes Moines

Feb 15

DSM10:09 amDes Moines

6h 09m

1 stop

PIT5:18 pmPittsburgh

$415

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PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 12/31

8:45 am-2:33 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

8:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$351

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Wed 12/31

2:45 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

8:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$356

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

5:24 am-12:36 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$367

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 3/5

12:10 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops12h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$372

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sat 2/21

8:51 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$384

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sat 2/21

10:45 am-2:27 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 51m

$389

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sat 2/21

2:00 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops10h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 51m

$394

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 3/5

6:10 am-1:23 pm

2 stops8h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

3:28 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops6h 42m

$404

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Thu 2/12

3:28 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops7h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

10:09 am-5:18 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$415

PittsburghDes Moines

PIT - DSM

PITDSM

Pittsburgh

Sun 2/15

10:26 am-8:41 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

6:55 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$442

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Pittsburgh and Des Moines?

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.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Pittsburgh to Des Moines is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $338. Flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $527. 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 evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Pittsburgh to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $336. 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 at noon because they tend to be around $434. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Pittsburgh to Des Moines flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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Fastest flight time	4h 05m
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The fastest flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines takes 4h 05m

There are no direct flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Pittsburgh to Des Moines.

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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 05m, 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 December 2025, there are 3 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 39% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 31% and United Airlines at 30%.

Best airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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Delta	PriceFrom $204	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,005 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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