Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Portland are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $482 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 $356 and an overall rating of 7.8.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Des Moines to Portland take?

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Direct flights cover the 1,466 miles separating Des Moines to Portland in about 3h 39m.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Des Moines and Portland per day?

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There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Des Moines and lands in Portland, with an average flight time of 3h 44m. The most common departure time is 9:00 am and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights.

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Portland was $64 for a one-way ticket and $290 for a round-trip.

Question 5

Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Portland?

Accepted Answer

A passport is not required to fly from Des Moines to Portland.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

What’s the earliest departure time from Des Moines to Portland?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from Des Moines at 9:00 am and will be landing in Portland at 10:44 am.

Question 9

What’s the latest departure time from Des Moines to Portland?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Des Moines to Portland jets off at 3:08 pm and lands at 4:52 pm.

Question 10

Which airlines fly non-stop between Des Moines and Portland?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Des Moines to Portland direct and that is Allegiant Air. The best round-trip deal found from Allegiant Air for the route is $116.

Question 11

Which airlines fly non-stop between Des Moines and Portland?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Des Moines to Portland direct and that is Allegiant Air. The best round-trip deal found from Allegiant Air for the route is $116.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Portland?

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

Question 13

Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

On which days can I fly direct from Des Moines to Portland?

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You can catch a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Portland on on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

Question 15

How can I travel from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Downtown Portland?

Accepted Answer

To travel to Downtown Portland from Portland International Airport (PDX), take the light rail, which is a quick and inexpensive option. You can rent a car from one of the airport's rental car providers if you prefer the privacy of having your own vehicle. Outside the baggage claim area, taxis and ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are available.

Question 16

What are the most common layover destinations between Des Moines and Portland?

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The most popular layovers from Des Moines to Portland are at Denver International Airport (DEN), Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), Dallas/Fort worth International Airport (DFW), and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). If you fly with United Airlines or Southwest Airlines, you will have layovers in DEN or ORD. If you fly with Delta, MSP will be your stopover before arriving in Portland. American Airlines has a layover in DFW.

Question 17

Which cities can I connect from Portland International Airport?

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Portland International Airport (PDX) is the primary airport servicing Portland, Oregon, and its surrounding areas. There are various cities and places accessible from the airport, including Portland, which has a bustling urban culture, Vancouver, which is located over the Columbia River from Portland, and Beaverton, which is located west of Portland.

Question 18

Is there an airport hotels at Des Moines International Airport?

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Yes, there are a number of hotels near or around Des Moines International Airport (DSM), including the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport Conference Center, which is 3 minutes’ walk from the airport, the Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport, which is a mile from the airport, and the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Des Moines Airport, which is approximately two miles from the airport. These airport hotels are great for travelers with early or late-night flights, layovers, or who simply want to stay close to the airport.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Portland is July, where tickets cost $308 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $649 and $496 respectively.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Portland is July, where tickets cost $308 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $649 and $496 respectively.

Question 21

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Portland?

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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 Portland.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Portland from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 23

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

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 Portland with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and PDX can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

Question 24

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

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 Portland from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 25

How often are flights from Des Moines to Portland delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Des Moines and Portland historically see delays in approximately 19% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 173 minutes.

Question 26

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Des Moines to Portland flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Allegiant Air have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 18% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 27

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Friday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 28

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Portland flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 29

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Des Moines and Portland?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 30

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Des Moines and Portland?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 31

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Des Moines to Portland were found on Frontier ($297) and United Airlines ($355).

Question 32

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Portland?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Des Moines to Portland were found on Frontier ($297) and United Airlines ($355).

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to Portland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to Portland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $417, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $417, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.Flights to Portland from Des Moines usually cost between $251 and $457 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $290 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 11-Aug 20).

Question 38

What are the most popular airlines flying to Portland?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Portland is Allegiant Air, followed by United Airlines and Southwest.

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