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Cheapest round-trip
$186
Typical prices: $402-$588
Frontier
Thu 9/10Thu 9/17
DSM - MCO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $182-$383
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/27
DSM - MCO • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $273 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Orlando (DSM-MCO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Orlando 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Orlando

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
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11:29 am - 12:59 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
12h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:05 am - 7:57 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
11h 52m1 stop Philadelphia
$186Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:25 am - 8:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
12h 46m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:55 am - 2:42 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
8h 47m1 stop Philadelphia
$194Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:30 pm - 12:59 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
27h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:05 am - 7:33 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
14h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$212Frontier
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:30 pm - 12:59 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
27h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 7:33 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
14h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
$220Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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1:30 pm - 9:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
7h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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4:49 pm - 12:04 amMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
8h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$281American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:22 am - 7:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:12 am - 1:30 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$281American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3
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2:34 pm - 8:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
4h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 10:46 amMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$281Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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3:03 pm - 10:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:02 pm - 8:49 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
5h 47m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$281Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:30 pm - 12:10 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
6h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:35 am - 11:30 amMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
5h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$281Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:10 pm - 11:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
10h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:15 am - 4:50 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
9h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$281Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Orlando flights

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

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

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 Orlando Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Orlando Airport from Des Moines usually cost between $391 and $478 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $183 on Frontier (Sep 10-Sep 14).

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Orlando Airport on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Des Moines, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Orlando Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Orlando Airport, 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 Orlando Airport is March, where tickets cost $357 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $483 and $472 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Des Moines to Orlando Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $438 on average.

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

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 Orlando Airport, 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 Orlando Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Orlando

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Orlando 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 Des Moines to Orlando Airport flights

  • How can I fly from DSM to MCO?

    It is unlikely that you'll be able to find a non-stop flight from DSM to MCO. However, several airlines operate flights from DSM to MCO that have one stop. Some of these airlines include Frontier, United Airlines, Allegiant Air, and Delta. Layover cities include Detroit (DTW), Chicago (ORD), Minneapolis (MSP), Atlanta (ATL), and Newark (EWR).

  • Where can I park my car at DSM before my flight to MCO?

    The Long-Term Premium and Long-Term parking are within walking distance of the terminal. The more affordable options, the Green Lot Economy 3, the Blue Lot Economy 2, and the Gray Lot Economy 4 all have free shuttles that run from the lots to the terminal. You cannot reserve parking ahead of time, but the DSM homepage keeps track of availability in each lot and the Live Shuttle Tracker lets you know when the next shuttle is coming to the lot.

  • Does DSM provide any relief areas for pets and/or service animals?

    DSM, located outside of Des Moines, is a small airport with one terminal. However, it does have one animal relief station. This area is located outside the terminal, north of the skywalk by the parking garage.

  • How can I get into downtown Orlando from MCO?

    One of the best options for getting into downtown Orlando is to take a Line 11 Lynx Central Florida Transport bus from the bus station at the MCO Transfer Center. This trip will take about 40min and will drop you off at the Lynx Central Station. From MCO, you can also catch a Jayride Shuttle, which can get you into downtown Orlando in about 20min.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Orlando Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Orlando Airport was $100 for a one-way ticket and $186 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Des Moines to Orlando Airport.

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

    On your way to Orlando Airport, you’ll fly out from Des Moines. You’ll be landing at Orlando.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Des Moines to Orlando Airport?

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Orlando Airport?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Orlando are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $455 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $422 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Orlando Airport.

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

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

    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 Orlando Airport with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and MCO 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 Orlando Airport?

    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 Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $318 or less one-way.
  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is a focus city for Allegiant Air. The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is a focus city for Southwest, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, and Frontier.
  • MCO is the busiest airport in the state of Florida, so consider downloading the Orlando MCO Airport app before you land to help you navigate the gigantic and busy airport. This app will help you efficiently and quickly make your way out of the airport, locate restrooms, and find ground transportation.
  • Throughout the MCO terminals, you can find four Mamava lactation suites and five Nursing Rooms. The free-standing Mamava pods have seating, a fold-down shelf, and an electrical outlet appropriately placed for use with an electric breast pump, a USB port, a mirror, and an exhaust fan. The Nursing Rooms have a sink, as well.
  • If you're staying only briefly in Orlando or if you need to get settled quickly, consider checking in at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport hotel in the North Terminal at MCO. This luxurious accommodation offers not only proximity to the Gates, but also a pool, room service, a fitness center, free Wi-Fi, a bar, and so much more.
  • If you are an active-duty member of the US military or the dependent of one, visit the USO at MCO in Terminal A on Level 1, Landside to reboot and refresh. Open Wednesdays through Saturdays 9 am to 3 pm, this USO has a sleeping area, comfortable seating, a children's play area, TV, a library, snacks and beverages, and much more.

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