Cheap flights from Orlando to Des Moines

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Cheapest round-trip flights $197
Allegiant Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jun 25 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest round-trip flight from Orlando to Des Moines is currently $197
Cheapest one-way flight $71
Allegiant Nonstop 4 hr Thu, May 28
The cheapest one-way flight from Orlando to Des Moines is currently $71
Last-minute weekend getaway $276
Frontier 1 stop 18 hr Thu, May 7 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Orlando to Des Moines is currently $276
Cheapest business class flights $578
Frontier 1 stop 9 hr Fri, May 22 — Mon, May 25
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Orlando to Des Moines is currently $578
Fastest flight 2 hr 52 min The fastest nonstop flight from Orlando to Des Moines takes 2 hr 52 min
Nonstop flights Some days There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Mon, Fri, Sat.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Orlando to Des Moines is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically April.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $145–375
April
Most expensive
Typical prices: $240–510

Popular airlines from Orlando to Des Moines

  • American
    from $405
    Typical price: $310–630
    525 weekly connecting flights
    MCO - DSM Every day
  • Delta
    from $427
    Typical price: $330–720
    519 weekly connecting flights
    MCO - DSM Every day
  • United
    from $427
    Typical price: $325–670
    229 weekly connecting flights
    MCO - DSM Every day
  • Southwest
    from $416
    Typical price: $350–650
    163 weekly connecting flights
    MCO - DSM Every day
  • Allegiant
    Nonstop
    from $197
    Typical price: $145–350
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    SFB - DSM Every Mon, Fri, Sat
  • Frontier
    from $200
    Typical price: $220–560
    6 weekly connecting flights
    MCO - DSM Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun

Popular airports near Orlando

  • Orlando International Airport (MCO)
    Orlando United States 26 min 8 mi
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
    Fort Lauderdale United States 3 hr 12 min 186 mi
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA)
    Tampa United States 1 hr 29 min 80 mi
  • Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)
    Melbourne United States 1 hr 8 min 53 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 Orlando to Des Moines

The cheapest flights from Orlando to Des Moines are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $145 to $375.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Orlando to Des Moines recently found on Google Flights was with Allegiant from $197. The cheapest one-way flight was with Allegiant from $71.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $405, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $427, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 12.
  • The cheapest United flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $427, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $416, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Allegiant flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $197, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $200, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Orlando to Des Moines starts at $197 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $71 and departs on Thu, May 28.
2 hr 52 min is the shortest flight time from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando to Des Moines.

In terms of nonstop flights, Allegiant is the most popular. Allegiant offers 3 nonstop flights per week. Allegiant flies from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .

In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 525 connecting flights per week. American flies from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .

Other popular airlines flying from Orlando to Des Moines are:
  • Delta offers 519 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • United offers 229 connecting flights per week. United flies from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Southwest offers 163 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
  • Frontier offers 6 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Orlando and Des Moines.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Orlando to Des Moines recently found on Google Flights was with Allegiant from $197. The cheapest one-way flight was with Allegiant from $71.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $405, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $427, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 12.
  • The cheapest United flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $427, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $416, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest Allegiant flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $197, flying from Jun 25 to Jun 28.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Orlando to Des Moines is $200, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
Allegiant flies direct from Orlando to Des Moines.
  • There are 3 Allegiant direct flights from Orlando to Des Moines per week. Flights are available on Monday, Friday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Orlando and Des Moines at price $276 is offered by Frontier from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
Allegiant flies direct from Orlando to Des Moines.
  • There are 3 Allegiant direct flights from Orlando to Des Moines per week. Flights are available on Monday, Friday and Saturday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Direct flights from Orlando to Des Moines are only available on Monday, Friday and Saturday.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Orlando and Des Moines start at $197 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28 with Allegiant.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Orlando 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 Orlando and Des Moines start at $578 from Fri, May 22 to Mon, May 25 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Orlando and Des Moines start at $197 from Thu, Jun 25 to Sun, Jun 28.
To book business class trips from Orlando 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 Orlando and Des Moines starts at $276 from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Orlando and Des Moines at price $276 is offered by Frontier from Thu, May 7 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Orlando 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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