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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines Airport to Orlando? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $307. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Orlando.$257 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Thu, 28 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.

Orlando.$291 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $291, select.

Orlando.$305 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $305, select.

Orlando.$307 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.

Orlando.$314 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.

Orlando.$320 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.

Orlando.$344 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.

Orlando.$356 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $356, select.

Orlando.$377 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $377, select.

Orlando.$391 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $391, select.

Orlando.$395 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul, returning Sat, 25 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $395, select.

Orlando.$405 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.

Orlando.$408 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $408, select.

Orlando.$417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Orlando Sanford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Orlando Sanford on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $417, select.

Orlando.$769 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Orlando International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Orlando International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $769, select.

Orlando.$770 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Orlando International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Orlando International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $770, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Orlando

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

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Des Moines to Orlando: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$257
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	Allegiant Air
Average flights per week	23

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Orlando: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Orlando?

There are 5 airports in Orlando: Orlando International, Orlando Sanford, Daytona Beach, Lakeland, and Melbourne Orlando International.

How much are return flights from Des Moines to Orlando?

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $257. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Des Moines to Orlando?

2 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Orlando.

Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines to Orlando?

Allegiant Air, Frontier Airlines and Volaris fly direct from Des Moines to Orlando.

How many flights are there a week from Des Moines to Orlando?

As of March 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Orlando.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Orlando?

The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Orlando is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Orlando?

If you're flying from Des Moines Airport, the cheapest airport near Orlando is Orlando Sanford – which is 30.0 km away from the centre of Orlando. We've found flights into this airport from $257.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Orlando on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Orlando on Saturday, 9 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Orlando?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 49 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Des Moines Airport to Orlando?

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 Orlando 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Orlando?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Orlando is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Orlando?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Orlando, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 9°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines Airport to Orlando with?

Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Orlando.

Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando: what you need to know

Orlando is one hour ahead of Des Moines, where Des Moines International Airport is located. Orlando runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is the most popular route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from DSM to SFB is with Allegiant Air at 19:26.
For a relaxed start to your DSM to Orlando flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Des Moines International Airport to Orlando ticket. Start your journey at DSM and touch down at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Look out for deals with Allegiant Air. This carrier has direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando.
Travelling from central Des Moines to DSM takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
80.45% of flights leaving Des Moines International Airport reach their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from DSM.
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando

$86 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Orlando flight. A return flight ticket right now is $257. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from DSM to Orlando by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Des Moines International Airport to Orlando tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
Locking in a cheap flight from DSM to Orlando is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Save money on your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Orlando

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Orlando International Airport (MCO) to the centre of Orlando takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MCO:
Grab an Orlando International Airport rental car and discover Orlando and beyond with your own wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DSM to Orlando.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.

Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)

After your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 48 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SFB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your DSM to Orlando flight:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at SFB can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Orlando

Visit Orlando during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Des Moines International Airport to Orlando flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DSM to Orlando in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

More about Orlando

Start your Orlando trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Orlando, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Universal's Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are a couple of major attractions to add to your Orlando travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Lake Eola Park.

Explore more of United States

Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Orlando. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another well-known destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without dropping by Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.