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Cheapest round-trip
$237
Typical prices: $338-$498
Frontier
Mon 12/3Thu 12/6
DSM - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$139
Typical prices: $184-$420
Frontier
Mon 12/24
DSM - TPA • 1 stop
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 71% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $233 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (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

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:35 pm - 2:33 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
16h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 7:50 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
14h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$237Frontier
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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8:28 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
26h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 7:40 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
14h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$246Frontier
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 18
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 12:17 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
5h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:38 pm - 12:26 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$270American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 7:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:34 pm - 12:02 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$295American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Delta Logo
10:24 am - 4:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
5h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:10 am - 10:44 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Delta Logo
2:48 pm - 11:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
7h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 10:44 amTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
6h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 10:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:35 am - 2:15 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
8h 40m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl
$300Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 6:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
10h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field
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5:55 am - 2:15 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
9h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$300Southwest
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:07 am - 7:36 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
21h 29m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:42 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
14h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
$305Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 7:10 amDSM  Des Moines-TPA Tampa
46h 25m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:31 pm - 9:45 pmTPA  Tampa-DSM Des Moines
10h 14m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$311Multiple 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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tampa typically range from $338 to $498. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $237, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Tampa. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tampa at $346 round-trip.
•December ($487) and July ($426) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 71% 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

$139
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Tampa

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Tampa takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tampa range from $338 to $498, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 89% above the $396 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $237 to $1,833. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $158, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • 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).

  • 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) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Des Moines to Tampa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $364 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $491, a difference of $127.

    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 Tampa?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 59m, compared with 5h 12m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 36m 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $364, about $127 less than Saturday fares (26% 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 71% 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 February. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $141 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
    • Marriott Tampa Westshore
    • Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

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