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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 September, 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 15 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 $161, 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 $161 right now, why wait?

Des Moines Flight Information
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
DSM
Roundtrip price
$120

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! (1,020 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 (545 reviews)
"The pool area was fantastic and loved that they had lifeguards on duty. So much fun! The downside is that the rooms need much updating. It was difficult to find plug ins for phones/electronics. Carpets were worn but all around it was a good place to stay with kids."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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! (1,587 reviews)
"Drain in shower was really slow."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall enjoyed, parking situation kinda sucked due to construction. Expedia also has the address listed wrong, so it took a while to find"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (517 reviews)
"It had an elevator with pushing carts which is convenient for luggage. Prices need to be cheaper!"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
Lovely Hotel
"Lovely hotel, good selection for breakfast. Loved our room! Service was perfect."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
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! (1,763 reviews)
"The hotel staff provided wonderful service."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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! (1,001 reviews)
"On line photos are deceptive and not an accurate representation of the property"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 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! (1,587 reviews)
"Drain in shower was really slow."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 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 Casey's Center and A. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (650 reviews)
"I was in Des Moines for a business trip. I appreciated a clean, comfortable and quiet place to stay."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 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! (385 reviews)
"Always a nice place to stay"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Overall good experience. Breakfast area is small and food choices limited"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 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! (1,060 reviews)
Stay away from rooms at end of hotel.
"Our room was at the end of the hotel on the first floor and had a musty smell. The rug was wet. Any clothes left out in the room for the day were wet from humidity when we got back, even with air at 66. Our other room was not humid across from the pool. The beds were very squeaky in that room. Other ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Only one elevator the other was out of order"

Reviewed on Aug 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.