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Cheapest round-trip
$219
Typical prices: $347-$509
Delta
Tue 2/6Sat 2/10
DSM - PNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $176-$364
Delta
Thu 1/11
DSM - PNS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Pensacola. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 24% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $412 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Pensacola (DSM-PNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Pensacola

Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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1:00 pm - 7:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
6h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:35 pm - 10:29 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$219Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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1:00 pm - 7:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
6h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:35 pm - 10:29 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$219Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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1:02 pm - 9:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
8h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:18 pm - 9:41 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$224United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 10
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5:15 pm - 11:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
6h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:18 amPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
4h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$247Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:26 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:22 pm - 9:55 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$291United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10
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9:37 am - 9:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
12h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:18 pm - 8:10 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$304United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
6:14 am - 12:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
6h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:20 am - 10:42 amPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:14 am - 12:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
6h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:20 am - 10:42 amPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 6:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
11h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
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5:25 am - 1:10 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 45m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl
$337Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:20 am - 5:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
11h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field
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5:25 am - 1:10 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 45m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl
$354Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Pensacola flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Pensacola start at $219. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $347 to $509. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $219 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Pensacola, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% 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 Pensacola?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Pensacola at $316 round-trip.
•March ($512) and January ($463) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Pensacola flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$163
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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Your Des Moines to Pensacola flight questions, answered

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Pensacola:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Pensacola?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Pensacola takes 0h 00m, covering 845 miles.

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

    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 Pensacola flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Pensacola range from $347 to $509, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $347 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Pensacola 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 $291 to $1,246. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Pensacola are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $257.

  • What car rental options are available at Pensacola Airport (PNS)?

    Pensacola Airport (PNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Ace
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Pensacola usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Pensacola (PNS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) 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 Pensacola?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Des Moines to Pensacola route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $322 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $556, a difference of $234. 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 Pensacola?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 02m, compared with 5h 31m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 40m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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