$139 Cheap United flights Des Moines (DSM) to Tampa (TPA)

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$139 Cheap United flights Des Moines (DSM) to Tampa (TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $139 for one-way flights and $277 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
DSM
Des Moines
TPA
Tampa
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Des Moines to Tampa, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $277 found 6 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 8
DSM
Des Moines
TPA
Tampa
$292 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Des Moines to Tampa, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $292 found 10 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 8
DSM
Des Moines
TPA
Tampa
$297 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Des Moines to Tampa, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $297 found 10 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
DSM
Des Moines
TPA
Tampa
$298 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Des Moines to Tampa, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $298 found 6 hours ago
United
Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 24
DSM
Des Moines
TPA
Tampa
$299 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Des Moines to Tampa, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $299 found 15 hours ago
United
Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
DSM
Des Moines
TPA
Tampa
$302 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Des Moines to Tampa, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $302 found 4 days ago
Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
American Airlines
Distance
1126 mi

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Scoring cheap one-way United Airlines flights from DSM to TPA from $139 on Expedia is a cinch --- just filter by "Price (lowest to highest)." Alternatively, check out our affordable return fares from $277 for your next exciting getaway.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DSM to TPA with United Airlines?
September is one of the cheapest months to get away to Tampa with United Airlines. You could also find fantastic deals on one-way and round-trip tickets in November.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) with United Airlines?
Look for affordable United Airlines flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) one to three months ahead of your departure date. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. No matter the fare type and journey, the ideal day to book a domestic flight is usually Sunday and the most expensive is typically Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To figure out if there's a direct journey from DSM to TPA with United Airlines or another carrier, check the "Nonstop" filter when searching for flights.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from DSM to TPA?
To find the earliest departure from DSM to TPA with United Airlines, sort your results by "Morning" and "Early Morning." Booking an early flight generally means you'll experience fewer cancellations.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Tampa?
United Airlines flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Tampa come in to land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). This is the main gateway to this city.
Why fly with United Airlines from DSM to TPA?
A rewarding loyalty program and the ability to collect points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to jet off from DSM to TPA with United Airlines. Plus, when you sign up to our One Key™ program, you can receive OneKeyCash™* on top of United Airlines's loyalty program earnings. It's yours to spend on future bookings.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
It's usually possible to cancel or modify your flight, although there may be additional fees if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Need to keep your options open? Make use of our "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filter to find flights that won't charge you extra if you have to alter your plans. To update your booking, go to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking" for further information.

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