Cheap flights from Atlanta to Des Moines

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Cheapest round-trip flights $205
Frontier 1 stop 18 hr Thu, Jun 4 — Mon, Jun 8
The cheapest round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is currently $205
Cheapest one-way flight $90
Frontier 1 stop 7 hr Wed, May 27
The cheapest one-way flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is currently $90
Cheapest nonstop flights $399
Delta Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jun 4 — Sun, Jun 7
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is currently $399
Last-minute weekend getaway $256
Frontier 1 stop 18 hr Thu, May 7 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Atlanta to Des Moines is currently $256
Cheapest business class flights $453
Frontier 1 stop 18 hr Thu, Jun 4 — Mon, Jun 8
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is currently $453
Fastest flight 2 hr 9 min The fastest nonstop flight from Atlanta to Des Moines takes 2 hr 9 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Des Moines is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
November
Cheapest
Typical prices: $175–490
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $295–485

Popular airlines from Atlanta to Des Moines

  • Delta
    Nonstop
    from $399
    Typical price: $395–620
    28 weekly nonstop flights
    ATL - DSM Every day
    234 weekly connecting flights
    ATL - DSM Every day
  • American
    from $419
    Typical price: $360–610
    265 weekly connecting flights
    ATL - DSM Every day
  • United
    from $437
    Typical price: $340–610
    136 weekly connecting flights
    ATL - DSM Every day
  • Southwest
    from $375
    Typical price: $350–570
    71 weekly connecting flights
    ATL - DSM Every day
  • Frontier
    from $180
    Typical price: $215–580
    7 weekly connecting flights
    ATL - DSM Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun

Popular airports near Atlanta

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
    Atlanta United States 14 min 8 mi
  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
    Birmingham United States 2 hr 11 min 136 mi
  • Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)
    Greenville United States 2 hr 29 min 147 mi
  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
    Chattanooga United States 1 hr 48 min 100 mi

Popular airports near Des Moines

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    Des Moines United States 16 min 4 mi
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
    Kansas City United States 2 hr 57 min 168 mi
  • Eppley Airfield (OMA)
    Omaha United States 2 hr 9 min 119 mi
  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
    Cedar Rapids United States 1 hr 52 min 100 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Atlanta to Des Moines

The cheapest flights from Atlanta to Des Moines are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $175 to $490.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $205. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $90.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $399, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest American flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $419, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest United flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $437, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $375, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $180, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines starts at $205 from Thu, Jun 4 to Mon, Jun 8. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $90 and departs on Wed, May 27.
2 hr 9 min is the shortest flight time from Atlanta to Des Moines.
Late spring to summer (May–Aug), when days are warm, is a popular time to visit. It’s typically cold Nov–Mar, with temperatures sometimes dropping below freezing. The Iowa State Fair (Aug) draws thousands of people each year, for live music, thrill rides and agricultural displays.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Atlanta to Des Moines.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Atlanta to Des Moines really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Atlanta to Des Moines.

In terms of nonstop flights, Delta is the most popular. Delta offers 28 nonstop flights and 234 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .

In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 265 connecting flights per week. American flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .

Other popular airlines flying from Atlanta to Des Moines are:
  • United offers 136 connecting flights per week. United flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Southwest offers 71 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Frontier offers 7 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Atlanta and Des Moines.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Atlanta to Des Moines recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $205. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $90.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $399, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest American flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $419, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest United flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $437, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $375, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Atlanta to Des Moines is $180, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
Delta flies direct from Atlanta to Des Moines.
  • There are 28 Delta direct flights from Atlanta to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Atlanta and Des Moines at price $256 is offered by Frontier from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
Delta flies direct from Atlanta to Des Moines.
  • There are 28 Delta direct flights from Atlanta to Des Moines per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Atlanta to Des Moines on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Atlanta and Des Moines start at $399 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7 with Delta.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Atlanta to Des Moines, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Atlanta and Des Moines start at $453 from Thu, Jun 4 to Mon, Jun 8 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Atlanta and Des Moines start at $205 from Thu, Jun 4 to Mon, Jun 8.
To book business class trips from Atlanta to Des Moines, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Atlanta and Des Moines starts at $256 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Atlanta and Des Moines at price $256 is offered by Frontier from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Atlanta to Des Moines, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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