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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $449. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Des Moines.$432 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.

Des Moines.$442 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $442, select.

Des Moines.$449 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $449, select.

Des Moines.$497 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.

Des Moines.$498 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $498, select.

Des Moines.$498 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $498, select.

Des Moines.$509 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $509, select.

Des Moines.$514 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $514, select.

Des Moines.$514 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $514, select.

Des Moines.$515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.

Des Moines.$515 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.

Des Moines.$515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.

Des Moines.$515 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.

Des Moines.$533 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $533, select.

Des Moines.$858 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $858, select.

Des Moines.$871 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $871, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$432
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 17 mins
Most popular airline	WestJet
Average flights per week	123

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines?

The best price we found for a return flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines is $432. 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 Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines?

1 hour and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines.

Which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines?

WestJet, KLM and Delta fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines.

How many flights are there a week from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines?

As of July 2026, there are 123 flights per week flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines?

The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis St Paul to Des Moines is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 8 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 17 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Des Moines?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Des Moines?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
You can choose from 25 weekly Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 20:09.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MSP to DSM flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Delta is your gateway to discovering Des Moines (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Delta.
Delta is the most punctual carrier offering MSP to DSM flights, with 70.4% of its services landing on time.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSP and DSM:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- Detroit Wayne County Airport
- St Louis Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

Right now, $217 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $432. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSP to DSM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MSP to DSM.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport.

Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)

MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to Minneapolis St Paul Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)

If you're arriving on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near DSM:
Travel at your own speed with a Des Moines Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and see more of Des Moines and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Des Moines Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to the day of travel.

When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

August is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Des Moines in March.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Des Moines Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to DSM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC and 2ºC on average.

Explore more of the United States

Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered 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 Willis Tower.
Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.