$87 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis (MSP)

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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis (DSM-MSP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $87 for one-way flights and $180 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Fri, Oct 3
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$180 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $180 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$190 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $190 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 6
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$191 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $191 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$194 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $194 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $196 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 30
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $198 just found
Delta
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $199 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 8
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$201 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $201 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $219 just found
United
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $219 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis (MSP)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $436 per traveler.

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Select flight to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. MSP. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $208
MSP
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $208
Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis (MSP)
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$179
Distance
232 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 18 mins

Des Moines to Minneapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Des Moines to Minneapolis

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Des Moines to Minneapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $87 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Des Moines to Minneapolis flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Des Moines to Minneapolis airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $87 or cheap return flight from $180 from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
September is the least expensive month to fly from DSM to MSP. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to landing a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Take a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and travel straight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest DSM to MSP flight.
How many flights per day from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Daily, an average of 2 nonstop flights take off from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP). Pick the departure time that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
More travelers fly between DSM and MSP at 5 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DSM to MSP?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP).
What is the earliest flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
Take the earliest flight at around 6:50AM UTC-6, departing from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). You'll be flying for approximately 1h 25m, coming in to land at Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) at approximately 8:15AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
The average flight time from DSM to MSP is 1 hour and 19 minutes, covering a distance of 230 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DSM to MSP?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to fly straight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 81%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
To touch down at Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) on time, book a flight that takes off from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Minneapolis - St. Paul from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) is the only airport in Minneapolis - St. Paul with direct flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Browse the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DSM to MSP just before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DSM to MSP flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a DSM to MSP flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your DSM to MSP flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you'd like further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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