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Cheapest round-trip
$224
Typical prices: $328-$475
Frontier
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
DSM - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$136
Typical prices: $168-$387
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/11
DSM - TPA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Tampa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 24% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $266 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tampa (DSM-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Tampa

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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8:30 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
26h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 7:35 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
14h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$224Frontier
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:30 pm - 4:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
19h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 7:33 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
14h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$234Frontier
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 2:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 12:26 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
6h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$237American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 10:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
7h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:22 pm - 12:26 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
6:53 pm - 12:25 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
4h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 11:29 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
6h 14m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$237Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
11:01 am - 5:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
5h 24m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
8:20 am - 12:13 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$237Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
6h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:15 pm - 10:30 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
6h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$237United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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11:27 am - 5:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:00 pm - 8:32 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
9h 32m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$242United Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Sep 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 8:44 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
17h 46m1 stop Philadelphia
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:49 pm - 9:02 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
11h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$252Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:58 pm - 5:33 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
24h 35m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:11 pm - 4:46 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
26h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$264Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Tampa flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tampa start at $224. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $475. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $224 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Tampa, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% 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 Tampa?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tampa at $293 round-trip.
  • December ($466) and July ($426) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Des Moines to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Des Moines to Tampa are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Des Moines to Tampa flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$136
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Tampa

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Tampa usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) 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 Tampa?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Des Moines to Tampa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $360 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $431, a difference of $71. 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 Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Des Moines to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 107% above the route average of $384. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Tampa takes 0h 00m, covering 1,127 miles.

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

    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 Tampa 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 $224 to $1,986. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 45m, compared with 5h 10m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 45m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

    Tampa 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 Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tampa range from $328 to $475, with an average of $384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Tampa 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 Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $360 - about $71 less than Friday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Tampa trip for October. Fares historically average $293 round-trip in that month - typically $173 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    - Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    - Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore

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