$84 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 $84 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$177 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $177 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$182 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $182 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$198 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $198 found 19 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 26
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $199 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$203 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $203 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 30
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$205 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $205 found 15 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 21
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$207 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $207 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$211 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $211 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Sep 4
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$215 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $215 found 15 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 21
DSM
Des Moines
MSP
Minneapolis
$219 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Des Moines to Minneapolis, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $219 found 11 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $416 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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
$176
Distance
232 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 14 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 August. 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 $84 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?
Cheap round-trip flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) start at $199. 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 25 2025 and touching down at MSP. The price was last updated on June 28 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DSM to MSP?
The cheapest flights from DSM to MSP 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 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 DSM to MSP?
Right now, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from DSM to MSP is Delta. You can jet off on this route from $229. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DSM on September 19 2025. Prices were last updated on June 28 2025 and have not changed since.
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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