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Cheap flights from Seattle to Des Moines from $214

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Frontier Logo
1:16 pm - 7:04 pm
SEA
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DSM
27h 48m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:27 pm - 11:19 am
DSM
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SEA
17h 52m
1 stop
$236Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 5
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4:20 pm - 1:29 pm
SEA
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DSM
19h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
1 stop
$272Frontier
Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8
Frontier Logo
4:20 pm - 1:29 pm
SEA
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DSM
19h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
1 stop
$273Frontier
Sun, May 3 - Mon, May 11
Frontier Logo
4:20 pm - 1:29 pm
SEA
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DSM
19h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
1 stop
$283Frontier
Thu, Apr 30 - Fri, May 8
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4:20 pm - 1:29 pm
SEA
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DSM
19h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
1 stop
$284Frontier
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 11
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12:42 pm - 7:14 pm
SEA
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DSM
28h 32m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 4:14 pm
DSM
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SEA
20h 29m
1 stop
$290Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 6
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11:28 pm - 1:46 pm
SEA
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DSM
12h 18m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 10:38 pm
DSM
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SEA
13h 29m
1 stop
$310American Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 6:01 pm
SEA
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DSM
29h 19m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
1 stop
$313Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Fri, May 8
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10:42 am - 6:01 pm
SEA
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DSM
29h 19m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
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$314Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 11
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6:57 pm - 8:13 pm
SEA
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DSM
47h 16m
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2:20 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 07m
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$317Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Fri, May 8

American Airlines flights from Seattle to Des Moines

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American Airlines
May 1
SEA11:28 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
12h 18m
1 stop
DSM1:46 pmDes Moines
May 9
DSM11:09 amDes Moines
13h 29m
1 stop
SEA10:38 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$310
American Airlines
Mar 26
SEA11:59 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:34 amDes Moines
Mar 28
DSM1:37 pmDes Moines
12h 47m
1 stop
SEA12:24 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$355
American Airlines
Mar 12
SEA12:59 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:34 amDes Moines
Mar 16
DSM7:27 pmDes Moines
7h 28m
1 stop
SEA12:55 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$427

Delta flights from Seattle to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Seattle to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Apr 28
SEA6:00 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 41m
1 stop
DSM3:41 pmDes Moines
May 7
DSM2:33 pmDes Moines
11h 26m
1 stop
SEA11:59 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$377
Delta
May 1
SEA11:14 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 40m
1 stop
DSM9:54 amDes Moines
May 6
DSM10:58 amDes Moines
7h 47m
1 stop
SEA4:45 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$402
Delta
Apr 28
SEA9:00 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
23h 18m
2 stops
DSM10:18 amDes Moines
May 7
DSM2:39 pmDes Moines
8h 04m
1 stop
SEA8:43 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$425

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SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/26

1:16 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop27h 48m

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:27 pm-11:19 am

1 stop17h 52m

$236

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/3

4:20 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$272

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/3

4:20 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$273

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/30

4:20 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$283

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/30

4:20 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$284

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/2

12:42 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop28h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

9:45 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$290

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/1

11:28 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop12h 18m

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

11:09 am-10:38 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$310

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/29

10:42 am-6:01 pm

2 stops29h 19m

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$313

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/29

10:42 am-6:01 pm

2 stops29h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$314

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/28

6:57 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops47h 16m

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

2:20 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 07m

$317

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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 April is your next best option. Flight prices from Seattle to Des Moines during April average around $404.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Seattle when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $454 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Seattle for as low as $370 on momondo.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Seattle to Des Moines flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Seattle to Des Moines (SEA to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

6h 09m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Seattle to Des Moines takes 6h 09m
There are no direct flights from Seattle to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Seattle to Des Moines.
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  • How far is Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Des Moines by plane?

    The distance between Seattle/Tacoma Intl and Des Moines is about 1462.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 6h 09m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Seattle/Tacoma Intl 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 Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Seattle to Des Moines?

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FrontierPriceFrom $94Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,051 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $167Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,132 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,212 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $324Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,271 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,231 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $450Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,829 reviews
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