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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $367-$561
Southwest
Wed 12/12Fri 12/14
DSM - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$136
Typical prices: $213-$333
United Airlines
Mon 11/19
DSM - PIT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Pittsburgh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $298 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh (DSM-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Pittsburgh

Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:00 am - 3:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:50 am - 2:15 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
9h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$271Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:20 am - 10:05 amDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:25 pm - 10:05 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
3h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$271Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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2:48 pm - 9:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
5h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:09 pm - 10:38 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$271Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:53 pm - 12:46 amDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:09 pm - 10:38 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$271Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:20 pm - 8:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:25 pm - 11:15 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$271United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 5:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$276American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:11 am - 5:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
9h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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8:29 pm - 12:19 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$276American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 11:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 11:15 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$276United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:10 am - 11:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
13h 56m1 stop Nashville Intl
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12:16 pm - 10:50 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
23h 34m1 stop Nashville Intl
$391Allegiant Air
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:10 am - 11:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
13h 56m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:27 pm - 7:35 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
26h 08m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
$477Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Pittsburgh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh typically range from $367 to $561. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Pittsburgh at $316 round-trip.
•June ($656) and July ($466) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% 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 Pittsburgh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$136
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 74% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh

When to book flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh takes 00m, covering 702 miles.

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

    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 Pittsburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh range from $367 to $561, with an average of $411 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Pittsburgh 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 $271 to $1,558. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $241, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Pittsburgh (PIT).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $634, a difference of $264.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 09m, compared with 4h 15m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Pittsburgh?

    Pittsburgh is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Pittsburgh are PNC Ballpark, PPG Paints Arena and David L Lawrence Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Pittsburgh on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Pittsburgh 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $370, about $264 less than Monday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Pittsburgh trip for February. Fares historically average $316 round-trip in that month - typically $340 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Pittsburgh Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport

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