$100 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas (DFW)

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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Dallas (DSM-DFW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $100 for one-way flights and $188 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$188 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $188 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Sat, Aug 23
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$198 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $198 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $208 just found
United
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$213 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $213 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$218 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $218 found 6 hours ago
United
Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$223 Roundtrip, just found
$223
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $223 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$224 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $224 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$228 Roundtrip, just found
$228
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $228 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 15
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$250 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $250 found 4 days ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
DSM
Des Moines
DFW
Dallas
$375 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$375
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Des Moines to Dallas, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $375 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas (DFW)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $117 - $401 per traveler.

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Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas (DFW)
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$188
Distance
624 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 2 mins

Des Moines to Dallas Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Des Moines to Dallas

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 Dallas are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Dallas with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Des Moines to Dallas: 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 Dallas

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 Dallas in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $100 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 Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) cost?
Find cheap return flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) starting from $355. Grab a seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving DSM on August 15 2025 and touching down at DFW. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DSM to DFW?
The cheapest flights from DSM to DFW are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with American Airlines and go straight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DSM to DFW?
With tickets starting at $189 for a one-way flight from DSM to DFW, American Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DSM on October 8 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
With an average of 3 nonstop flights departing from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
The 5 AM departures from DSM to DFW see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from DSM to DFW?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW).
What is the earliest flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)'s first flight to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) takes off at approximately 5:00AM UTC-6. With a travel time of 2h 28m, you'll touch down at around 7:28AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 18 minutes to fly the 630 mi from DSM to DFW.
What airline has the least delays from DSM to DFW?
With 81% of flights usually arriving on time, Alaska Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
To touch down at Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) on time, pick a flight that takes off from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Dallas from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Check out your flight options from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW). This is the only airport in Dallas you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DSM to DFW right before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DSM to DFW flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DSM to DFW flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
If you reserved your DSM to DFW flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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