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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $226-$435
Allegiant Air
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
DSM - RSW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$68
Typical prices: $144-$285
Allegiant Air
Tue 10/23
DSM - RSW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 3h 00m
Direct flights
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 79% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 50% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $346 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers (DSM-RSW)

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

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Allegiant Air Logo
3:04 pm - 7:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
2h 59mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
7:45 pm - 10:00 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 15mnonstop
$164Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Allegiant Air Logo
3:04 pm - 7:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
2h 59mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
7:38 pm - 9:53 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 15mnonstop
$168Allegiant Air
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 30
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 5:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:41 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$281American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 9:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
5h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:29 am - 3:16 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
Delta Logo
10:55 am - 5:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
5h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:30 pm - 10:29 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 8:46 amDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
44h 51m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Charleston
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 1:07 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 22mnonstop
$321Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 4:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 12m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 6:08 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$332American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Southwest Logo
4:25 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 11:25 amRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$340Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 7:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
2h 59mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:59 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
31h 59m3 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Philadelphia
$342Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Mar 30
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 5:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
12:15 pm - 9:55 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$363Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Fort Myers flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers start at $164. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $226 to $435. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $164 on Allegiant Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Fort Myers, it is 34% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Fort Myers at $168 round-trip.
  • June ($406) and January ($403) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 141% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Des Moines to Fort Myers the cheapest?

Flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 79% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Des Moines to Fort Myers flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$68
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Des Moines to Fort Myers

When to book flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Fort Myers based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Fort Myers flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Des Moines and Fort Myers.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    Flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Fort Myers SW Florida Intl (RSW).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $209 round-trip, compared to $346 via a layover through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Des Moines to Fort Myers route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $220 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $406, a difference of $186. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Fort Myers?

    Some of the most popular sights in Fort Myers are Lee Memorial Hospital, Terry Park Ballfield and Edison Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Fort Myers on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Fort Myers:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 12:30 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:11 pm and lands at 6:11 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Des Moines to Fort Myers flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 88% above the route average of $333. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Fort Myers takes 3h 00m, covering 1,237 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Fort Myers looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Fort Myers are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $146, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 21m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 30m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Fort Myers?

    Fort Myers is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW)?

    Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Fort Myers flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fort Myers range from $226 to $435, with an average of $333 over the past 12 months. Anything below $226 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Fort Myers flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $220 - about $186 less than Sunday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 79% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Fort Myers trip for September. Fares historically average $168 round-trip in that month - typically $238 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Myers Near JetBlue Park
    - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Myers Airport By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to Fort Myers?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Airport to Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Des Moines to Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Wednesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to Des Moines

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Wednesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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