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Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $426-$583
Delta
Tue 12/4Sun 12/9
DSM - PWM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$279
Typical prices: $235-$389
Delta
Tue 11/13
DSM - PWM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York LaGuardia (LGA)
Cheapest • Avg $379 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Portland (DSM-PWM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Portland

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:58 pm - 11:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
7h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:53 pm - 8:39 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$315Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:58 pm - 11:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
7h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:12 am - 2:13 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
9h 01m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$320Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:58 pm - 12:21 amDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
8h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:49 pm - 10:38 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
10h 49m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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3:24 pm - 9:51 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:08 pm - 9:55 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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3:24 pm - 9:51 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 2:14 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
8h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$398United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:05 am - 2:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
7h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:08 pm - 9:55 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
6:13 am - 11:58 amDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
4h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 2:08 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
9h 08m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$399Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 3:33 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
7h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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12:35 pm - 9:01 amPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
21h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$545American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:23 am - 3:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
6h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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4:10 pm - 12:26 amPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
9h 16m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$567American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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1:58 pm - 10:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-PWM Portland
7h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia
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5:26 am - 1:28 pmPWM  Portland-DSM Des Moines
9h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$577American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Portland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Portland typically range from $426 to $583. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $315, on Delta.

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

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 Portland. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Portland at $424 round-trip.
•November ($756) and December ($658) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% 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 Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$279
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 79% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Portland

When to book flights from Des Moines to Portland

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Portland takes 00m, covering 1,192 miles.

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

    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 Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Portland range from $426 to $583, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $426 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Portland 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 $315 to $1,063. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Portland are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $302.

  • What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PWM)?

    Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Movly
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Portland usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Portland (PWM).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Des Moines to Portland. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $519, a difference of $81.

    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 Portland?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 6h 06m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 11m via New York LaGuardia (LGA).

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

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

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Portland 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $438, about $81 less than Monday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Portland trip for April. Fares historically average $424 round-trip in that month - typically $332 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 Portland Airport.

    • Clarion Hotel Portland Airport Me
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
    • Hilton Garden Inn Portland-Airport

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