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Des Moines.$312 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.
Des Moines.$347 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $347, select.
Des Moines.$487 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $487, select.
Des Moines.$539 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $539, select.
Des Moines.$568 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $568, select.
Des Moines.$570 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $570, select.
Des Moines.$585 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.
Des Moines.$599 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $599, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines

Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

Dallas to Des Moines: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$312
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 56 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week101

Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines is $312. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines.
As of April 2025, there are 101 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Des Moines is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines Airport on Friday, 25 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.

  • Flights from DFW to DSM start from 07:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:22 with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from 31 weekly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Des Moines (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier offering DFW to DSM flights is American Airlines. Its services land as planned 70.71% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DFW and DSM:

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    • William P. Hobby Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is $151. A return fare right now is $312. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from DFW to DSM, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from DFW to DSM is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.

Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • DFW is located at International Pkwy.

  • 73.22% of flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport from central Dallas, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of about 3 hours 55 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DFW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • The street address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport to the centre of Des Moines has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Des Moines. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from DFW to DSM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, consider Milwaukee, roughly 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum are key highlights.

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