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Find cheap flights from Fresno to Des Moines from $354

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Fresno to Des Moines departing on 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Fresno to Des Moines (FAT-DSM)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Fresno to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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5:30 am - 12:51 pmFAT-DSM
5h 21m1 stop
5:11 pm - 9:40 pmDSM-FAT
6h 29m1 stop
$386United Airlines
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11:59 pm - 10:50 amFAT-DSM
8h 51m1 stop
5:00 am - 9:47 amDSM-FAT
6h 47m1 stop
$415American Airlines
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qui, mai 23 - ter, mai 28
5:30 am - 12:51 pmFAT-DSM
5h 21m1 stop
6:00 am - 5:42 pmDSM-FAT
13h 42m2 stops
$484United Airlines
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sáb, set 14 - qua, set 18
5:26 am - 12:37 pmFAT-DSM
5h 11m1 stop
6:00 am - 8:51 pmDSM-FAT
16h 51m1 stop
$495United Airlines
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sáb, jun 22 - sáb, jun 29
5:26 am - 12:37 pmFAT-DSM
5h 11m1 stop
6:00 am - 5:28 pmDSM-FAT
13h 28m2 stops
$545United Airlines
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sáb, jun 22 - sáb, jun 29
11:59 pm - 8:54 amFAT-DSM
6h 55m1 stop
7:31 pm - 11:57 pmDSM-FAT
6h 26m1 stop
$550American Airlines
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sáb, jun 22 - sáb, jun 29
5:26 am - 12:37 pmFAT-DSM
5h 11m1 stop
8:00 am - 8:19 pmDSM-FAT
14h 19m2 stops
$555United Airlines
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sáb, jun 22 - sáb, jun 29
8:45 pm - 10:50 amFAT-DSM
12h 05m2 stops
5:00 am - 9:47 amDSM-FAT
6h 47m1 stop
$576American Airlines
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qui, mai 23 - ter, mai 28
6:20 pm - 10:41 amFAT-DSM
14h 21m2 stops
6:00 am - 5:42 pmDSM-FAT
13h 42m2 stops
$583United Airlines
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sáb, set 14 - qua, set 18
4:44 pm - 9:19 amFAT-DSM
14h 35m2 stops
6:18 am - 3:49 pmDSM-FAT
11h 31m2 stops
$702Alaska Airlines
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Flights from Fresno to Des Moines - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Fresno to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to Des Moines?

The average price of all flights from Fresno to Des Moines clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Fresno to Des Moines, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Fresno, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to Des Moines?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Fresno to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Fresno to Des Moines is November, where tickets cost $387 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of tickets is $636 and $610 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fresno to Des Moines?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Fresno to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Fresno to Des Moines, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Des Moines from Fresno were found on American Airlines ($354) and United Airlines ($667), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on United Airlines ($386) and American Airlines ($415).

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Low season

February

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$354
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Fresno to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Fresno to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Fresno to Des Moines

  • What is the cheapest flight from Fresno to Des Moines?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Fresno to Des Moines was $354 for a one-way ticket and $386 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Fresno and Des Moines?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Fresno to Des Moines?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Fresno and Des Moines, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Fresno to Des Moines, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Fresno to Des Moines are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $636 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $433 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Fresno to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Fresno to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Fresno is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Fresno with another airline. Booking your flights between Fresno and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Fresno to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Fresno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top 3 airlines serving from Fresno to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Fresno to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.4
Allegiant AirOverall score based on 1025 reviews
6.9Comfort
6.2Food
7.7Boarding
5.9Entertainment
8.2Crew
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The net issue I had was with the gate agent. We had added a carryon to our boarding pass when we checked bags. When I got to the boarding gate the agent was rude asking why I had a backpack - I said I added it - even had an orange tag on it. She ripped my tag off and swung her monitor around to show me how she was right- saying it isn’t wasn’t listed - only a checked bag. I explained again that I wasn’t sure what the issue was but I wouldn’t have an orange tag if I hadn’t added it. Then she finally checked my husband’s boarding pass and found that the agent at checkin had added my carryon to his boarding pass instead of mine. She sent me on my way without my orange tag. Was a bit embarrassing for me the tone she used with me assuming I was trying to get away with something.

10.0 ExcellentDeb, Apr 2024PGD - PSM
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The net issue I had was with the gate agent. We had added a carryon to our boarding pass when we checked bags. When I got to the boarding gate the agent was rude asking why I had a backpack - I said I added it - even had an orange tag on it. She ripped my tag off and swung her monitor around to show me how she was right- saying it isn’t wasn’t listed - only a checked bag. I explained again that I wasn’t sure what the issue was but I wouldn’t have an orange tag if I hadn’t added it. Then she finally checked my husband’s boarding pass and found that the agent at checkin had added my carryon to his boarding pass instead of mine. She sent me on my way without my orange tag. Was a bit embarrassing for me the tone she used with me assuming I was trying to get away with something.

Gate agent asked if I could switch seats so a family could sit together. Agent moved me to a seat in the front of the plane, no charge. It was easy. The agent did a great job.

Great seat space. However food and drink prices outrageous. Jabbing to pay for a carry on bag or stuck paying at the gate too much.

Every Allegiant Air flight I've ever taken has been delayed. This flight was delayed a full 2 hours. It was excuse after excuse after excuse. It was a flight from southern Florida. They made us board the plane on time, but made us wait for 2 hours on the tarmac. Because the engines were kept shut off, so was the air conditioning. One can only imagine how hot the air was in the cabin over those 2 hours on the tarmac, while in the hot Florida sun. Just terrible.

Actually, for the price, I'm willing to put up with a little discomfort (upright chairs) and at times inconveniences (like any airline), lack of entertainment (I can bring my own). My flight was non stop and smooth. I would fly this route again.

The flight was delayed 6 hours and we were only offered an $8 food credit. My husband stood in line to get the credit for 45 minutes and when he got close to the end of the line the computers went down.

Worst ever! Flight cancelled supposedly for weather even though we k ow of many others who flew into Bangor same time no problem. At the airport there was no customer service at all just refund and no possibility of rebook for 3-4 days. Aweful won’t fly with them again!!

It’s a budget airline so adjust expectations accordingly. Nothing is without a fee but such is necessary for tickets to remain so affordable.

No complaints. It’s a budget airline so can’t expect any frills.

My TSA number was missing from my ticket which shouldn’t have happened since it’s in my file. The on board flight attendant who was a male, did not want to help me put my luggage in the overhead bin and made a very rude comment and was very unpleasant. The good… the woman who fixed my ticket with the TSA number was excellent and I had extra legroom which was perfect.

I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Packed in like sardines, very uncomfortable. Sitting the aisle my shoulder was rammed into numerous times by rushing flight attendants. Also flight was very cold.

the head jack on my seat didn't work and the power outlet didn't work for my seat

Left 2 hours later for delayed I had to take care a kid with special need since people don’t want to move to accommodate the rest of the family. . It wasn’t bad but that made me upset that people can be that selfish.

Horrible - they lied to me about baggage & boarding, even though I specifically spoke to their agents the day before my flight about my issue. When I showed up they did not let me board and stranded me at my airport until I bought a new flight with money I did not have to spend.

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

The staff was unprofessional and didn’t communicate very well. The boarding process was very disheveled, potentially due to a power outage the previous day but there was no contingency plan to properly get passengers boarded the following day. Once boarded the aircraft stayed on the tarmac for over 45 minutes due to high winds. The communication was sporadic but an announcement was finally made an additional 30 minutes later that the flight was cancelled but we couldn’t get off the plane. Prior to deplaning one of the gate agents came on the plane and made an announcement for everyone to pickup their checked bags and take a card to rebook a new reservation because they didn’t have adequate staff. Flights were missed, passengers went to different airports and there was little to no assistance from AA.

Apart from the delay due to unforeseen circumstances. The leg from sjc to dfw was fine. It was the leg from dfw to orf that we encountered issues mainly due to the flight attendant crew not being friendly. We had two small children and we needed some assistance to warm up milk so the baby would sleep. The crew just didn’t get it and made things very difficult. One made a remark that the baby’s dirty diaper smell was a “gift” to the plane in a rude way. Normally I’d brush that off as a funny comment if the rest of the trip the attendants were helpful or understanding of the difficulty we faced. But that wasn’t the case. We were met with rudeness on the second leg. Whereas on the first leg the crew were so nice and helpful.

Flight From PHX to CVG was on time, very professional staff

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Fresno to Des Moines found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
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1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 02mFAT-DSM
$354
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2 stopsAmerican Airlines
10h 32mFAT-DSM
$359
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3 stopsUnited Airlines
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$667

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Fresno - Des Moines Flights

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