Cheap flights from Des Moines to Orlando

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Cheapest round-trip flights $131
Allegiant Nonstop 3 hr Sat, May 23 — Sun, May 24
The cheapest round-trip flight from Des Moines to Orlando is currently $131
Cheapest one-way flight $80
Allegiant Nonstop 3 hr Sat, Aug 1
The cheapest one-way flight from Des Moines to Orlando is currently $80
Last-minute weekend getaway $412
Frontier 1 stop 15 hr Fri, May 8 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Des Moines to Orlando is currently $412
Cheapest business class flights $768
Frontier 1 stop 21 hr Fri, Jun 5 — Sun, Jun 7
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Des Moines to Orlando is currently $768
Fastest flight 2 hr 43 min The fastest nonstop flight from Des Moines to Orlando takes 2 hr 43 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 Des Moines to Orlando is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $165–410
February
Most expensive
Typical prices: $290–465

Popular airlines from Des Moines to Orlando

  • American
    from $405
    Typical price: $310–620
    531 weekly connecting flights
    DSM - MCO Every day
  • Delta
    from $405
    Typical price: $330–720
    508 weekly connecting flights
    DSM - MCO Every day
  • United
    from $427
    Typical price: $325–640
    206 weekly connecting flights
    DSM - MCO Every day
  • Southwest
    from $427
    Typical price: $345–650
    192 weekly connecting flights
    DSM - MCO Every day
  • Allegiant
    Nonstop
    from $131
    Typical price: $145–405
    3 weekly nonstop flights
    DSM - SFB Every Mon, Fri, Sat
  • Frontier
    from $250
    Typical price: $210–600
    8 weekly connecting flights
    DSM - MCO Every Mon, Fri

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

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

Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Orlando

The cheapest flights from Des Moines to Orlando are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $165 to $410.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Des Moines to Orlando recently found on Google Flights was with Allegiant from $131. The cheapest one-way flight was with Allegiant from $80.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $405, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $405, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest United flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $427, flying from Jul 23 to Jul 26.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $427, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 12.
  • The cheapest Allegiant flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $131, flying from May 23 to May 24.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $250, flying from Jul 10 to Jul 12.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Des Moines to Orlando starts at $131 from Sat, May 23 to Sun, May 24. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $80 and departs on Sat, Aug 1.
2 hr 43 min is the shortest flight time from Des Moines to Orlando.
Orlando is busy year-round due to its theme parks and consistently warm, sunny weather. Peak season is during U.S. spring break weeks (Mar–Apr). Other especially popular times are Jun–Aug and Nov–Dec. Summers can be quite hot and humid. Along with the Florida Film Festival (Apr), Epcot's annual flower festival (Mar–May) and food festival (Sep–Nov) attract visitors.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Des Moines to Orlando.
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 Des Moines to Orlando 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 Des Moines to Orlando.

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

In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 531 connecting flights per week. American flies from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) .

Other popular airlines flying from Des Moines to Orlando are:
  • Delta offers 508 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) .
  • United offers 206 connecting flights per week. United flies from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) .
  • Southwest offers 192 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) .
  • Frontier offers 8 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Des Moines and Orlando.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Des Moines to Orlando recently found on Google Flights was with Allegiant from $131. The cheapest one-way flight was with Allegiant from $80.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $405, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $405, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 8.
  • The cheapest United flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $427, flying from Jul 23 to Jul 26.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $427, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 12.
  • The cheapest Allegiant flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $131, flying from May 23 to May 24.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Des Moines to Orlando is $250, flying from Jul 10 to Jul 12.
Allegiant flies direct from Des Moines to Orlando.
  • There are 3 Allegiant direct flights from Des Moines to Orlando 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 Des Moines and Orlando at price $412 is offered by Frontier from Fri, May 8 to Sun, May 10.
Allegiant flies direct from Des Moines to Orlando.
  • There are 3 Allegiant direct flights from Des Moines to Orlando 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 Des Moines to Orlando are only available on Monday, Friday and Saturday.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Des Moines and Orlando start at $131 from Sat, May 23 to Sun, May 24 with Allegiant.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Des Moines to Orlando, 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 Des Moines and Orlando start at $768 from Fri, Jun 5 to Sun, Jun 7 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Des Moines and Orlando start at $131 from Sat, May 23 to Sun, May 24.
To book business class trips from Des Moines to Orlando, 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 Des Moines and Orlando starts at $412 from Fri, May 8 to Sun, May 10 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Des Moines and Orlando at price $412 is offered by Frontier from Fri, May 8 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Orlando, 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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