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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale 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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale.
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Allegiant Air Logo
9:39 am - 1:49 pmDSM-FLL
3h 10mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
6:30 am - 8:49 amFLL-DSM
3h 19mnonstop
$146Allegiant Air
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Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
Allegiant Air Logo
6:30 am - 10:44 amDSM-FLL
3h 14mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
11:34 am - 1:55 pmFLL-DSM
3h 21mnonstop
$160Allegiant Air
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Fri, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 9
American Airlines Logo
5:32 am - 12:40 pmDSM-FLL
6h 08m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 10:56 pmFLL-DSM
6h 31m1 stop
$299American Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
American Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 8:52 pmDSM-FLL
6h 40m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:48 pmFLL-DSM
8h 48m2 stops
$304American Airlines
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Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 2:37 pmDSM-FLL
7h 57m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:47 pm - 10:58 pmFLL-DSM
6h 11m1 stop
$317Delta
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Tue, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 7
Delta Logo
2:20 pm - 10:01 pmDSM-FLL
6h 41m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:31 pm - 6:02 pmFLL-DSM
5h 31m1 stop
$318Delta
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Sat, Jun 28 - Tue, Jul 1
United Airlines Logo
9:08 am - 7:39 pmDSM-FLL
9h 31m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:06 am - 12:23 pmFLL-DSM
6h 17m1 stop
$353United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 24
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 11:10 pmDSM-FLL
4h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 11:20 amFLL-DSM
4h 40m1 stop
$393Southwest
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Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 14
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 2:55 pmDSM-FLL
7h 55m2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 11:20 amFLL-DSM
4h 40m1 stop
$399Southwest
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Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 14
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:42 pmDSM-FLL
11h 42m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 4:15 pmFLL-DSM
9h 30m1 stop
$402United Airlines
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Tue, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 11
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale 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 Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Fort Lauderdale on a Monday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to Des Moines, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, 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 Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale is July, where tickets cost $167 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $406 and $406 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonOctober
High seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$65
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale 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 Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

  • Which airlines with flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale provide the Unaccompanied Minor service?

    American Airlines and Delta Air Lines provide the Unaccompanied Minor service for kids flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale alone. The service is mandatory for kids ages five to 14 but is available on request for kids ages 15 to 17. In addition to your photo ID, name, contact, address, and child’s passport or birth certificate, you must give the pick-up adult’s address, contact, and name at check-in.

  • What is the carry-on policy for flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    On Frontier flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, you can bring a carry-on or a personal item onboard. The carry-on should not be larger than 24 x 16 x 10 inches, including wheels, straps, and handles, while the personal item should be 18 x 14 x 8 inches at most. The carry-on should have a maximum weight of 35 lbs.

  • What transport options are from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to the city center?

    You can conveniently reach the city center by bus from Fort Lauderdale Airport after a flight from Des Moines. Broward County Transit operates buses from Airport/Rental Car Center station every four hours via Bus Route 1. Buses arrive at Collins Ave & 21 St in Aventura Mall, including a stop at Broward Central Terminal in Fort Lauderdale’s city center.

  • Does Des Moines International Airport (DSM) provide accessible services?

    DSM is fully accessible. The airport has family and handicap-access restrooms post-security near Gate C7 and at the end of Concourse A downstairs at A5. Another can be found before security near the baggage claim across from the Southwest ticket counter. Parking and ground transportation facilities are all accessible.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale was $65 for a one-way ticket and $146 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    Des Moines and Fort Lauderdale are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Des Moines from Des Moines and will be arriving at Fort Lauderdale.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale flight route.

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

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale on on Monday, and Friday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $405 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $457 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Fort Lauderdale from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    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 Fort Lauderdale with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and FLL 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 Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

    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 Fort Lauderdale from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $64 or less one-way and $126 or less round-trip.
  • Consider booking flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale with Allegiant Air. Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is an operating base for Allegiant Air, and flying with the carrier gives you more flight options to Fort Lauderdale.
  • For those tagging along with their pets from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale, consider booking flights with United Airlines. United Airlines allows pets onboard in carriers measuring 18 x 11 x 11 inches. The kennel must fit in the under-seat space in front of you.
  • If you are flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale for a family vacation, consider booking flights with Delta or American Airlines. In addition to free entertainment with movies and games, the airlines have priority boarding for families with car seats or strollers. Children under 13 are seated with the accompanying adult on Delta flights.
  • You can fly First Class on United Airlines from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. United First Flyers enjoy benefits like priority baggage handling, up to two free checked bags, dedicated security lines, priority boarding, spacious seating, personal entertainment services, complimentary beverages, and premium food.
  • Flights from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale may have layovers. American Airlines, Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines provide these flights, and they tend to stop at their hubs, including Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Atlanta, Minneapolis, and Chicago.

Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale?

Find which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Airport to Fort Lauderdale Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Fort Lauderdale? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4293 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
7.1Food
8.0Comfort
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It is southwest seat was ok. Not the most comfortable seat

8.0 ExcellentJohn, Apr 2025PVD - FLL
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It is southwest seat was ok. Not the most comfortable seat

I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

Plz don't take away free bags and free seating

The seats were a bit cramped and worn, but otherwise okay.

I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

After a 3 hour layover in Denver my flight was delayed over 5 hours! No explanation; no assistance; no offer to provide compensation; no one at Southwest was willing to offer any assistance. 8 hours in the Denver airport - ridiculous!

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Only one drink pass through the cabin for a 4 hour flight. Quite rough and bumpy landing.

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Flight was delayed due to weather. Crew did a nice job of making us comfortable. No complain complaints.

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

Crew was friendly Love the entertainment in the seat head rest.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

The worst part was I was NOT allowed in the lounge even though I was holding a first class ticket and have a premium American Express card. I have flown Business or First Class with many airlines. Delta is the ONLY one who does not extend this courtesy to anyone except people who hold the very expensive American Express card. As a result, I won’t fly Delta if I have any other choice.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

Other then mechanical/ computer problem and 3.5 hours flight delay the flight was great. I guess that what happened when you fly an old airplane now a day.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Multiple delays and not straight answer from the United team

Stewardess spilled orange juice on my clothes/seat no help no apology just threw napkins at me to clean the mess up. Not Happy.

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

The plane pushed back from the gate on time. However, it stopped on the ramp, and we waited for over 20 minutes before the aircraft pulled back to the gate. Apparently, something of importance had to be removed from the aircraft by the gate agent. I found this to be odd. The delay was not significant, but I felt that whatever was on the aircraft that had to be taken off, should’ve been done before we pushed back from the gate.

Electric plugs didn't work. Entertainment system wasn't working

The design of the light switch on the arm rest is ridiculous.

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

leg space better than expected. two washrooms for one plane isn't enough.

The gate attendant let me walk right by her with a bag too big for the overhead compartment

Easiest flights I’ve ever taken. Plane was comfortable without overly crowded seating.

Terrible. Still have not received the refund from them. They sent it to some account that I don't even know. Spoke with costumer service and they are unable to help.

I didn’t like it at all. I miss my second flight because of the delay on Allegiant Air now I m stuck in MCO.

Good, but a bit late on take off after loading. Don't like charging for carry ons!

First time flying with them and will definitely fly again in the future. Crew was so nice and friendly, fought was seamless. They are simple planes, no entertainment, but it’s fine for a short flight or if you have personal devices Rates are competitive, and they did so well with keeping the flight on time after a tropical storm, where other airlines had delays and cancellations.

They boarded passengers that sat in the back of the plane first, making boarding very efficient.

I didn't even take this flight. My plans changed and I couldn't get ahold of customer service and the website kept breaking down during the attempt to change the flight. I wound up taking another airline entirely and eating the cost.

The worst flying experience ever 3 delays. No accommodations. Had to deboard the plane after being delayed.

Posted a 20minute delay but didn’t delay at all. Caused boarding issues and confusion. Also, didn’t release baggage. Took over an hour and 20 minutes to get luggage.

Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

Everything about the flight was lovely…We left early, arrived early, cabin crew were efficient and helpful. Flight was easy and most pleasant.

Would have thought that they would gas up plane before everyone got on board

Fine. On time, cabin service was fine, bag arrived. All good. Flying into DCA so did not collide with any helicopters, which is also good. Horrid incident that could have and should have been prevented.

Standard. No different than a discount carrier on a short trip.

The flights were terribly delayed and then cancelled which forced us booking another night at the hotel. Very poor management from American Airlines

Crew was late. Baggage was late. 2hs inside the plane waiting fro de-icing and traffic. A 3:30hs flight ended up being almost 6hs inside the airplane.

Checking in at the counter was very disappointing. The lady had a very bad attitude and smart at me. She had no smile, did not greet me by name, or acknowledge me as a valued customer. Poor reflection of the airline.

Miami lounges were overcrowded and we were unable to get in. We only had a short time. But the banks are too tight in all American hubs

I was pleasantly surprised with an upgrade at boarding. I finally had a mostly gluten free food options and a very attentive attendant.

Very poor. Our special services attendant gave us incorrect information. I also was mishandled at landing. There was no wheelchair waiting. I fell deboarding the plane. Appalling!

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