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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 $148, 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 $148 right now, why wait?

Des Moines Flight Information
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
DSM
Roundtrip price
$148

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Des Moines

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! (1,700 reviews)
"Very nice, cute little hotel"

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Very quit and clean"

Reviewed on May 26, 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! (1,492 reviews)
"Staff was nice, but the place was really noisy which made it hard to sleep"

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Normally I stay downtown or higher end hotels but I had a good time at the hotel. My room was right next to parking spot and I got good deal thru online booking. Nice updates. Breakfast could have been more options and wish the gym was available but I found one down the street from where I was."

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (342 reviews)
"Clean - the most important aspect of a hotel. It’s an older building and you can tell but it’s clean and didn’t have any bad smells. Which for the price point, is more than what you would expect from other properties at the same price point. Service was good, efficient check-in. Would stay ..."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"I would stay there again."

Reviewed on May 28, 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel conveniently located in downtown. The bed and shower were both luxurious. Many great restaurants nearby. My husband liked the pool table in the lobby. The only downside was having to go to the parking garage, which was a long walk into the next door building and two flights ..."

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Surety Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3 out of 5
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (849 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, clean and staff was very nice!"

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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! (1,492 reviews)
"Staff was nice, but the place was really noisy which made it hard to sleep"

Reviewed on May 26, 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 Wells Fargo Arena and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (633 reviews)
"Very nice newer hotel 5 minutes from the airport… 2 miles away is a nice “ suburb” with lots of dining options… very safe area… hotel was very well kept, king room was spacious and love the fridge and microwave in the room!"

Reviewed on Apr 7, 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! (377 reviews)
"Clean room and nice staff."

Reviewed on May 24, 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! (1,003 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean facility, proper breakfast"

Reviewed on May 27, 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! (1,002 reviews)
"My 3 night stay was perfect!"

Reviewed on May 28, 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.