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Cheapest round-trip
$97
Typical prices: $239-$482
Allegiant Air
Thu 12/6Mon 12/10
DSM - SRQ • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$70
Typical prices: $140-$268
Allegiant Air
Wed 11/28
DSM - SRQ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 2h 50m
Direct flights
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 44% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $376 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 5h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Sarasota (DSM-SRQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Sarasota

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Allegiant Air Logo
8:30 am - 12:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
2h 58mnonstop
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1:18 pm - 3:29 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 11mnonstop
$97Allegiant Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Allegiant Air Logo
8:30 am - 12:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
2h 58mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
1:18 pm - 3:29 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 11mnonstop
$104Allegiant Air
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 1:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
6h 05m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:53 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$237Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Nov 24
Delta Logo
11:36 am - 5:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:55 pm - 9:13 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 18m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$237Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 5:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 7:19 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 4:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
8h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 12:33 amSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 15
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 4:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
8h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 1:10 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$237Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 11:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
12h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 11:15 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$242United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 6:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
10h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 1:10 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$242Southwest
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
American Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 9:16 pmDSM  Des Moines-SRQ Sarasota Bradenton Intl
5h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 8:58 pmSRQ  Sarasota Bradenton Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$323American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Sarasota flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Sarasota typically range from $239 to $482. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $97, on Allegiant Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Sarasota. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Sarasota at $203 round-trip.
•March ($561) and August ($482) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 176% 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 Sarasota flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$70
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 83% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Sarasota

When to book flights from Des Moines to Sarasota

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Sarasota?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Sarasota:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:50 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:52 pm and lands at 6:42 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 50m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Sarasota takes 2h 50m, covering 1,161 miles.

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

    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 Sarasota flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Sarasota range from $239 to $482, with an average of $362 over the past 12 months. Anything below $239 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Des Moines to Sarasota?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $299 round-trip, compared to $376 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Des Moines to Sarasota?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Des Moines to Sarasota?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Sarasota are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ)?

    Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $55 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Sarasota usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Des Moines to Sarasota. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $330 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $417, a difference of $87.

    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 airlines fly from Des Moines to Sarasota?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Des Moines and Sarasota.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 36m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 5h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Sarasota 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 Sarasota?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sarasota are Sarasota Opera and Sarasota Woman's Club. These are among the most viewed places in Sarasota on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Sarasota 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $330, about $87 less than Tuesday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Sarasota trip for October. Fares historically average $203 round-trip in that month - typically $358 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport.

    • Kompose Boutique Hotel
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
    • Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Bradenton-Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to Sarasota?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Des Moines to Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tuesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Sarasota Bradenton Intl to Des Moines

Tuesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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