$94 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)

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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Detroit (DSM-DTW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $187 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$187 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $187 found 9 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 13
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$194 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $194 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 29
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$217 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $217 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 11
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$223 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $223 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$236 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $236 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $237 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 8
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$237 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $237 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Sat, Aug 30
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$238 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $238 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$299 Roundtrip, just found
$299
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $299 just found
United
Fri, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 24
DSM
Des Moines
DTW
Detroit
$319 Roundtrip, just found
$319
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Des Moines to Detroit, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $319 just found

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From $170 - $718 per traveler.

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Select flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County DTW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $459
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $459
Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$186
Distance
531 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 47 mins

Des Moines to Detroit Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Des Moines to Detroit

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

 

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

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

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 Detroit in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $94 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) cost?
You can find cheap return fares from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) starting from $329. Snag a seat and set off on your next adventure. 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 Delta flight leaving DSM on July 31 2025 and touching down at DTW. The price was last updated on July 8 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DSM to DTW?
The cheapest flights from DSM to DTW 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Take a nonstop flight with Delta Air Lines and go straight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DSM to DTW?
With tickets starting at $219 for a one-way flight from DSM to DTW, Delta 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 August 8 2025. Prices were last updated on July 8 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
When departing from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM), you can take your pick from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Flights between DSM and DTW are their busiest at 6 AM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper fares, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from DSM to DTW?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the best selection of flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the earliest flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
The first flight of the day leaving Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) is at around 6:30AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) at approximately 9:24AM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 1h 54m.
How long does it take to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 53 minutes to travel the 530 mi from DSM to DTW.
What airline has the least delays from DSM to DTW?
With 100% of journeys generally landing on time, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
To arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on time, opt for 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 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 Detroit from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the only airport in Detroit with direct flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Check out the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from DSM to DTW are generally more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to find a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a DSM to DTW flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a DSM to DTW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your DSM to DTW flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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