DSM - MFE

$159 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to McAllen

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to McAllen departing on 7/25. 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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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Des Moines to McAllen, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$302
American Airlines
Thu 9/3Wed 9/9
DSM - MFE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
American Airlines
Sat 7/25
DSM - MFE • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $302 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and McAllen. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to McAllen (DSM-MFE)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to McAllen 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to McAllen

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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MFE
4h 24m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:21 am - 3:10 pm
MFE
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DSM
5h 49m
1 stop
$302American Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 8
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 9:46 pm
DSM
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MFE
4h 58m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 11:16 pm
MFE
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DSM
5h 13m
1 stop
$335American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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MFE
4h 24m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:44 am - 5:26 pm
MFE
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DSM
11h 42m
2 stops
$377American Airlines
Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 15
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 12:15 am
DSM
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MFE
7h 27m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:37 am - 4:00 pm
MFE
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DSM
5h 23m
1 stop
$413American Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 8
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 9:46 pm
DSM
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MFE
4h 58m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:49 pm - 12:35 am
MFE
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DSM
10h 46m
2 stops
$426American Airlines
Sat, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 15
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:25 am
DSM
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MFE
5h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:35 pm
MFE
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DSM
6h 00m
1 stop
$438United Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:44 pm
DSM
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MFE
11h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:19 am - 4:19 pm
MFE
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DSM
11h 00m
2 stops
$442United Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 9:59 pm
DSM
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MFE
6h 57m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:19 pm
MFE
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DSM
9h 19m
2 stops
$453United Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:44 pm
DSM
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MFE
11h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:19 am - 4:19 pm
MFE
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DSM
11h 00m
2 stops
$458United Airlines
Sat, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 15
American Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 10:37 pm
DSM
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MFE
9h 03m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:23 am - 4:00 pm
MFE
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DSM
6h 37m
1 stop
$476American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to McAllen flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to McAllen, 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 McAllen is July, where tickets cost $0 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $546 and $535 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$159
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to McAllen

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

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to McAllen was $159 for a one-way ticket and $302 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Des Moines to McAllen.

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

    On your way to McAllen, you’ll fly out from Des Moines. You’ll be landing at McAllen Miller Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to McAllen are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $315 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 $395 and an overall rating of 7.1.

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

    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 McAllen.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to McAllen 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 McAllen?

    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 McAllen with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and MFE 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 McAllen?

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

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Des Moines to McAllen

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to McAllen. 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 McAllen? 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.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9896 reviews
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
6.6Food
7.1Entertainment
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The boarding process on the departure from LA was rather slow even though I was in Group 1. For first class, I was not expecting to have to pay for Wi-fi but I did and then the wi-fi was spotty. The entree was surprisingly good and so that was a pleasant surprise. However, once I got to Houston, it was terrible. Unfortunately there was bad weather but the constant gate changes for my connecting flight was difficult to manage due to having to navigate back and forth between different terminals.

4.0 OkayPrincess, Jun 2026
LAX - IAH
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The boarding process on the departure from LA was rather slow even though I was in Group 1. For first class, I was not expecting to have to pay for Wi-fi but I did and then the wi-fi was spotty. The entree was surprisingly good and so that was a pleasant surprise. However, once I got to Houston, it was terrible. Unfortunately there was bad weather but the constant gate changes for my connecting flight was difficult to manage due to having to navigate back and forth between different terminals.

This planes staff was top tier. Everything went great and had a great flight home.

The pilot had to extend the flight time from san antonio to Houston to burn off fuel. This caused a lot of unnecessary stress since we had a tight connection to Aruba. And with no other flights going to Aruba we were worried about spending a night in Houston. We had to to run to our connection because of the flight crews mistake. Not happy.

The flight was delayed, they didn’t even have water for the toilets or for drinks

Even through the flight was delayed due to storms near IAH The flight was great! The crew was so hospitable and professional

The flight had a delay but I made it to my connection. Flight was smooth overall

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Overall flight was ok. Flight attendant was receptive to assisting passengers with tight connections.

Very rough getting into denver. my kid threw up it was so rough.

Liked that we left on time for each flight. Snacks not the best, but we're okay.

2 hours delay on my flight causing me to miss my connecting flight. Cause was for maintenance. I understand maintenance is important but maintenance should be done before boarding people!

Better perks for corporate employees whom travel often and spend a lot of money with the airlines. Snacks were terrible chips crackers are ideas. Flight and crew were great comfort was fine entertainment not so great so so called status members means nothing

Maybe focus more on delivering a good product vs selling me a damn credit card

I think since I am an AA Advantage member, my checked bags should have been free, but I paid for all 4 of us.

In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.

Small plane, so no entertainment. Hour delay! Nobody explained wht the delay was all about.

Terrible. Internet/kiosk glitch prevented baggage checkin. Line at ticket co in Ter was under serviced and did not move. Agents did not call for flight but rather allowed time to pass. Then told each person as they reached the front if line that it was too late to check bags so they’d have to rebook flights. At least 15 people missed the flight as a result of this incompetence.

It was exactly what I expected, actually arriving sooner than scheduled.

Terrible, they canceled my flight due to an issue they had, couldn't fly me into the same place within 24 hrs so had to fly in 2.5 hrs away from my destination and spend even more money. The customer service was terrible (except at the airport in Charleston). Had to call to get my checked baggage fees reimbursed 2 wks later in which one customer service agent was very rude, wouldn't listen and then hung up on me. The second lady I spoke with was actually able to help me with that part thankfully. Would not recommend flying AA.

Delayed, missed connecting flight, ground crew double charged for international charges, were super rude and told me to just”deal with it” when I complained. Horrible airline, very frustrating.

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