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Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines from $139

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Frontier Logo
6:45 am - 1:40 pmSLC-DSM
5h 55m1 stop
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2:25 pm - 12:14 amDSM-SLC
10h 49m1 stop
$198Frontier
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Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
Frontier Logo
6:45 am - 1:40 pmSLC-DSM
5h 55m1 stop
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2:37 pm - 10:19 pmDSM-SLC
8h 42m1 stop
$230Frontier
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Mon, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 8
United Airlines Logo
5:24 am - 10:42 amSLC-DSM
4h 18m1 stop
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2:57 pm - 10:29 pmDSM-SLC
8h 32m1 stop
$277United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
1:23 pm - 8:11 pmSLC-DSM
5h 48m1 stop
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10:54 am - 9:38 pmDSM-SLC
11h 44m2 stops
$282American Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
Delta Logo
1:55 pm - 9:03 pmSLC-DSM
6h 08m1 stop
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11:06 am - 4:40 pmDSM-SLC
6h 34m1 stop
$287Delta
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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 11:16 pmSLC-DSM
9h 26m2 stops
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11:30 am - 7:05 pmDSM-SLC
8h 35m1 stop
$292American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 4:17 pmSLC-DSM
4h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 10:25 pmDSM-SLC
8h 00m1 stop
$311United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 10
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:19 pmSLC-DSM
9h 19m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 4:39 pmDSM-SLC
5h 39m1 stop
$332Delta
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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 9:35 pmSLC-DSM
4h 45m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 7:20 pmDSM-SLC
5h 20m1 stop
$352Southwest
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Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14
Southwest Logo
12:25 pm - 9:35 pmSLC-DSM
8h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 7:20 pmDSM-SLC
5h 20m1 stop
$357Southwest
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Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14

Delta flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Salt Lake City to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Nov 1
SLC1:55 pmSalt Lake City
6h 08m
1 stop
DSM9:03 pmDes Moines
Nov 5
DSM11:06 amDes Moines
6h 34m
1 stop
SLC4:40 pmSalt Lake City
$287
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Delta
Nov 23
SLC6:00 amSalt Lake City
9h 19m
1 stop
DSM4:19 pmDes Moines
Nov 27
DSM12:00 pmDes Moines
5h 39m
1 stop
SLC4:39 pmSalt Lake City
$332
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Delta
Nov 23
SLC6:00 amSalt Lake City
9h 19m
1 stop
DSM4:19 pmDes Moines
Dec 2
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
7h 08m
1 stop
SLC12:38 amSalt Lake City
$363
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Frontier flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Salt Lake City to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 11
SLC6:45 amSalt Lake City
5h 55m
1 stop
DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
Sep 15
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
10h 49m
1 stop
SLC12:14 amSalt Lake City
$198
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Frontier
Oct 6
SLC6:45 amSalt Lake City
5h 55m
1 stop
DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
Oct 8
DSM2:37 pmDes Moines
8h 42m
1 stop
SLC10:19 pmSalt Lake City
$230
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Frontier
Oct 23
SLC6:30 amSalt Lake City
6h 22m
1 stop
DSM1:52 pmDes Moines
Oct 24
DSM2:37 pmDes Moines
10h 22m
1 stop
SLC11:59 pmSalt Lake City
$238
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salt Lake City 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 August 25, 2025.
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Return

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Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 9/11

6:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:25 pm-12:14 am

1 stop10h 49m

$198

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Mon 10/6

6:45 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

2:37 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$230

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Tue 10/21

5:24 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

2:57 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$277

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Tue 10/21

1:23 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

10:54 am-9:38 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$282

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sat 11/1

1:55 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

11:06 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$287

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sat 11/1

12:50 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

11:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$292

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sat 10/4

10:55 am-4:17 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

3:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$311

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

12:00 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$332

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 10/9

3:50 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

3:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$352

Salt Lake CityDes Moines

SLC - DSM

SLCDSM

Salt Lake City

Thu 10/9

12:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

3:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$357

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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 April, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Salt Lake City to Des Moines during September average around $371.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Salt Lake City 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 $337. Flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $514. 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 Salt Lake City to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $188. 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 $431. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Salt Lake City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $464 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Salt Lake City for as low as $275 on momondo.

How have Salt Lake City to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Salt Lake City to Des Moines flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Salt Lake City to Des Moines by plane?

    The distance between Salt Lake City and Des Moines is about 948.5 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 18m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Salt Lake City Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Salt Lake City Airport to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Salt Lake City Airport 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 Salt Lake City Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

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FrontierPriceFrom $132Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,201 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $266Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,243 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $314Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,940 reviews
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