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Cheapest round-trip
$254
Typical prices: $341-$476
American Airlines
Wed 10/10Wed 10/17
DSM - PIT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$147
Typical prices: $232-$388
Delta
Mon 10/15
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 • 18% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $341 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 11m (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, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 3:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:19 am - 12:45 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
5h 26m1 stop Philadelphia
$254American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 3:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:37 pm - 12:14 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$255American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 12:46 amDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 8:40 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
3h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$255Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 10:25 amDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:50 pm - 10:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$255Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 9:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
5h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:45 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
7h 45m1 stop Philadelphia
$255American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
9h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
6:50 pm - 10:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$260Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 4:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:31 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$272United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 1:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
11:17 am - 4:11 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
5h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$272Delta
Sun, Oct 25 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:32 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$326United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 pm - 1:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
39h 16m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:13 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
9h 48m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$480Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Pittsburgh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh start at $254. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $341 to $476. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $254 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Pittsburgh, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 87% 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 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

$147
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • 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) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Pittsburgh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the Des Moines to Pittsburgh route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $331 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $725, a difference of $394. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Pittsburgh takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $254 to $2,448. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x 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 $194, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 11m, compared with 4h 11m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 36m 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 car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Pittsburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Pittsburgh range from $341 to $476, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $341 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $331 - about $394 less than Monday (54% 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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