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Cheap flights from Seattle to Des Moines from $76

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Frontier Logo
7:50 pm - 1:31 pm
SEA
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DSM
15h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 9:49 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 33m
1 stop
$175Frontier
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 13
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12:42 pm - 7:14 pm
SEA
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DSM
28h 32m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:14 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
15h 13m
1 stop
$196Frontier
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
Frontier Logo
7:50 pm - 1:31 pm
SEA
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DSM
15h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 10:06 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 50m
1 stop
$236Frontier
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20
Frontier Logo
7:50 pm - 1:31 pm
SEA
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DSM
15h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 9:49 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 33m
1 stop
$249Frontier
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
Frontier Logo
7:50 pm - 1:31 pm
SEA
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DSM
15h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 10:06 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 50m
1 stop
$261Frontier
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20
Frontier Logo
12:42 pm - 7:14 pm
SEA
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DSM
28h 32m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:14 pm - 9:27 am
DSM
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SEA
15h 13m
1 stop
$266Frontier
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
Frontier Logo
7:50 pm - 1:31 pm
SEA
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DSM
15h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 pm - 10:22 am
DSM
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SEA
22h 06m
2 stops
$267Frontier
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 13
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11:37 am - 9:11 pm
SEA
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DSM
7h 34m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 9:49 am
DSM
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SEA
21h 33m
1 stop
$279Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 1:31 pm
SEA
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DSM
15h 41m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
9:56 pm - 10:35 am
DSM
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SEA
14h 39m
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$282Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 8
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3:48 pm - 11:42 pm
SEA
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DSM
5h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 7:00 pm
DSM
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SEA
7h 50m
1 stop
$287United Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

Frontier flights from Seattle to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Seattle to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
May 5
SEA7:50 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
15h 41m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
May 13
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
21h 33m
1 stop
SEA9:49 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$175
Frontier
Apr 9
SEA12:42 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
28h 32m
1 stop
DSM7:14 pmDes Moines
Apr 13
DSM8:14 pmDes Moines
15h 13m
1 stop
SEA9:27 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$196
Frontier
May 12
SEA7:50 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
15h 41m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
May 20
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
21h 50m
1 stop
SEA10:06 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$236

Southwest flights from Seattle to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Seattle to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 21
SEA6:30 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 35m
1 stop
DSM2:05 pmDes Moines
Apr 28
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
9h 15m
2 stops
SEA10:30 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$292
Southwest
Apr 14
SEA6:50 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 05m
2 stops
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
Apr 21
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
10h 55m
1 stop
SEA12:10 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$311
Southwest
May 6
SEA8:25 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 30m
1 stop
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
May 9
DSM2:10 pmDes Moines
10h 20m
2 stops
SEA10:30 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl
$323

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SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/5

7:50 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

2:16 pm-9:49 am

1 stop21h 33m

$175

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/9

12:42 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop28h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

8:14 pm-9:27 am

1 stop15h 13m

$196

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/12

7:50 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

2:16 pm-10:06 am

1 stop21h 50m

$236

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

2:16 pm-9:49 am

1 stop21h 33m

$249

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/12

7:50 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

2:16 pm-10:06 am

1 stop21h 50m

$261

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/9

12:42 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop28h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

8:14 pm-9:27 am

1 stop15h 13m

$266

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/5

7:50 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

2:16 pm-10:22 am

2 stops22h 06m

$267

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/8

11:37 am-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

2:16 pm-9:49 am

1 stop21h 33m

$279

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 6/7

7:50 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

9:56 pm-10:35 am

1 stop14h 39m

$282
Quickest round-trip

SeattleDes Moines

SEA - DSM

SEADSM

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/21

3:48 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

1:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$287

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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 $416.

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 $503 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 $384 on momondo.

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

As of March 2026, prices for Seattle to Des Moines flights are approximately 95% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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Fastest flight time

6h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Seattle to Des Moines takes 6h 10m
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 10m, 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
3,017 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,326 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,494 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,333 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $350Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,478 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $433Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,112 reviews
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