Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Fresno?

Flights from Des Moines to Fresno usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Fresno Airterminal (FAT).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Fresno?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Fresno pass through?

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Fresno most commonly connect through: • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 28% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 27% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 20% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Fresno?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Des Moines to Fresno. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $407 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $505, a difference of $98. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Fresno?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Fresno takes 00m, covering 1,428 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Fresno?

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.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Fresno changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $305 to $1,111. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Fresno looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Fresno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 56m, compared with 5h 57m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Fresno?

Fresno is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT)?

Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Alamo

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Fresno flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fresno range from $401 to $507, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fresno typically range from $401 to $507. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Fresno. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Fresno?

American Airlines ($305) and United Airlines ($358) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Fresno according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Fresno?

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Fresno route. 28% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via LAS.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Fresno?

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $434. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Fresno which airport offers the shortest layover?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Fresno layovers at 3h 26m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$305

Typical prices: $401-$507

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$185

Typical prices: $238-$334

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DSM - FAT • 1 stop

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February

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June

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

Cheapest • Avg $434 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 5h 56m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Fresno

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

5:23 am - 10:24 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

7h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:55 am - 5:17 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

5h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$305American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

5:23 am - 10:24 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

7h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:55 am - 5:17 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

5h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$305American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

7:16 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:10 pm - 12:19 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

9h 09m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$310American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

5:30 am - 11:20 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

2:10 pm - 11:42 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

7h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$358United Airlines

Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19

1:42 pm - 5:41 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

5h 59m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 12:54 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

5h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

$369United Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

5:30 am - 11:20 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

2:10 pm - 11:42 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

7h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$371United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

8:04 pm - 4:19 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

22h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:39 am - 8:04 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

9h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$409Allegiant Air

Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19

10:50 am - 9:25 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

12h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

10:55 am - 8:35 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

7h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$415Southwest

Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20

12:05 pm - 9:20 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

11h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

6:35 am - 6:35 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

10h 00m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$416Southwest

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13

8:04 pm - 4:19 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

22h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:34 am - 9:35 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

11h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$484Allegiant Air

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Fresno

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

2:45 pm - 7:49 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

19h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

5:09 pm - 1:55 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

18h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$348Allegiant Air

Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12

2:45 pm - 7:49 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

19h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:39 am - 8:04 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

9h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$394Allegiant Air

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

2:45 pm - 7:49 amDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

19h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9:08 pm - 7:35 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

20h 27m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$432Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12

3:04 pm - 6:59 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

5h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:10 am - 1:41 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

5h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$669American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12

6:00 am - 3:46 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

11h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

1:08 pm - 11:36 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

8h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$674American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12

6:00 am - 3:46 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

11h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:06 pm - 8:46 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

11h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$679American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

6:40 am - 3:00 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

10h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

1:25 pm - 10:05 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$704Southwest

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

1:50 pm - 10:05 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

10h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Diego

10:40 am - 10:05 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

9h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$709Southwest

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 22

5:09 pm - 9:13 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

6h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

9:00 am - 4:07 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

5h 07m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,182United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 22

9:00 am - 5:40 pmDSM Des Moines-FAT Fresno Airterminal

10h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

9:00 am - 4:07 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-DSM Des Moines

5h 07m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,188United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Fresno? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Fresno departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Fresno?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Fresno. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Fresno?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Fresno.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Fresno?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Fresno takes 00m, covering 1,428 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Fresno?
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 much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Fresno flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fresno range from $401 to $507, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Fresno changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $305 to $1,111. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Fresno looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Fresno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT)?
Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Fresno?
Flights from Des Moines to Fresno usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Fresno Airterminal (FAT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Fresno pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Fresno most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 20% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Fresno?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Des Moines to Fresno. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $407 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $505, a difference of $98.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Fresno?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 56m, compared with 5h 57m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Fresno?
Fresno is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $407, about $98 less than Friday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Fresno trip for February. Fares historically average $357 round-trip in that month - typically $234 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fresno Airterminal Airport.

• Piccadilly Inn Airport
• Wyndham Garden Fresno Airport
• Best Western Plus Fresno Airport Hotel

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