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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $366-$509
American Airlines
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
DSM - PNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$157
Typical prices: $202-$383
Frontier
Sun 2/11
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
February
Cheapest • 9% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $421 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 03m (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, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 7:01 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
11:36 am - 5:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
6h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:53 amPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
4:27 pm - 10:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
5h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 3:14 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 9:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
10h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
6:47 am - 2:15 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$330United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 20
Delta Logo
5:36 pm - 10:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
4h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:39 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
6h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$344Delta
Tue, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 20
American Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 8:24 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
5h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 11:58 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$347American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 11:30 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$347American Airlines
Sat, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 23
United Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
5h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 11:01 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$378United Airlines
Sat, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 23
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 6:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
12h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 11:50 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$388Southwest
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 1:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-PNS Pensacola
8h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 8:40 pmPNS  Pensacola-DSM Des Moines
12h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$391Southwest
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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 typically range from $366 to $509. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Pensacola. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Pensacola?

•February and May are the cheapest months to fly from Des Moines to Pensacola at $386 round-trip.
•November ($997) and March ($512) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 158% 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

October

Cheapest flight

$157
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 91% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Pensacola

When to book flights from Des Moines to Pensacola

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Pensacola 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 Pensacola flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Pensacola takes 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 $366 to $509, with an average of $424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 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 $325 to $1,832. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $205, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Pensacola Airport (PNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • 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) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Des Moines to Pensacola. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $372 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $504, a difference of $132.

    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 03m, compared with 5h 40m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 44m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Pensacola flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $372, about $132 less than Friday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Pensacola trip for February. Fares historically average $386 round-trip in that month - typically $611 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 Pensacola Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport - Medical Center
    • Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport
    • Tru by Hilton Pensacola Airport Medical Center

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