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Cheap Flights to Des Moines

Fall in love at first flight with your vacation to Des Moines by saving a ton of cash on your last-minute cheap flight. There’s no more scouring the internet for a good deal—book your flight to Des Moines on Hotwire, and you’ll be up, up, and on a getaway in no time.

Because once the wheels are down in Des Moines, the good times start rolling. So buckle up, you’re in for a fun ride.

Frequently Asked Questions About flights to Des Moines

Don’t waste your time on endless searches for cheap airline tickets oneway or roundtrip. We’ll have you on your way to Des Moines with a tiny bag of pretzels in your hand before you can say “tray tables in the upright position”—and for a ticket price that works for your vacay budget.

So all you have to worry about is where you’re headed after the DSM airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to Des Moines are in August, but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to Des Moines?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find 11 to choose from for your flight to Des Moines.

What airport is best to fly into Des Moines?

When you’re planning your trip to Des Moines, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, Des Moines Des Moines Intl. Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your Des Moines must-do list.

How much are flights to Des Moines?

Got very cheap flights on your vacation itinerary? When you book your airline tickets to Des Moines on Hotwire, you may just get what’s on your getaway wish list. With tickets as low as $157, you’ll have leftover cash for at least a magazine and a bottle of water at the airport book store.

How to get cheap flights to Des Moines?

The trick to saving a stack of cash on your flight to Des Moines? Snatch up that Hotwire flight deal when you see a killer rate because it could be gone in a flash. And with flights as low as $157 right now, why wait?

Des Moines Flight Information
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
DSM
Roundtrip price
$157

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Des Moines

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,495 reviews)
"The front desk staff at check in and shortly thereafter was excellent! Answered all kinds of questions I had and was very helpful. Loved the room, very nice and very clean! I would definitely stay here again, if in the area and needing a place to stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,718 reviews)
"always enjoy staying here"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (919 reviews)
"WAS A NICE RELAXING STAY"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (364 reviews)
"I thought it was very quiet. Room was definitely cleaned. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"i love it"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.6/10 (451 reviews)
"Awesome experience! We will definitely be back"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I like Stay here at Sonesta Essentials it's nice and clean and they have housekeeping daily."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Hotels With Free Airport Shuttle

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,495 reviews)
"The front desk staff at check in and shortly thereafter was excellent! Answered all kinds of questions I had and was very helpful. Loved the room, very nice and very clean! I would definitely stay here again, if in the area and needing a place to stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
3 out of 5
6800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Principal Park and Wells ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (636 reviews)
"Friendly staff and very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3 out of 5
401 East Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"Lots of fun things to do around this hotel. Great shopping and food. Modern clean interior."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay and staff."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"There w"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 out of 5
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very convenient for the civic center and Wells Fargo. Lots of restsurant choices. However, parking is terrible."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.