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

Flights from Des Moines to Tucson usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Tucson (TUS).

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Tucson most commonly connect through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 53% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 31% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Des Moines to Tucson. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $422 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $587, a difference of $165. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Tucson?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Tucson takes 00m, covering 1,152 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Tucson?

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 Tucson 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 $295 to $1,234. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Des Moines to Tucson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $325, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 39m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 53m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tucson?

Tucson is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Tucson Airport (TUS)?

Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Sixt • Budget • Hertz • Economy Rent a Car

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tucson range from $406 to $543, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tucson typically range from $406 to $543. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on American Airlines.

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

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 Tucson. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tucson at $377 round-trip. •March ($640) and August ($509) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Tucson?

American Airlines ($295) and Southwest ($295) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Tucson according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Tucson?

Denver Intl (DEN) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Tucson route. 53% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Tucson?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $409. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Tucson which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Tucson layovers at 3h 10m over the past 3 months.

$148 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Des Moines to Tucson (DSM - TUS)

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Cheapest round-trip

$295

Typical prices: $406-$543

American Airlines

Mon 12/3Wed 12/12

DSM - TUS • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way

$148

Typical prices: $247-$488

American Airlines

Fri 11/23

DSM - TUS • 1 stop

Nonstop flights

Not available

There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Tucson. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

Insights

When to travel

February

Cheapest • 17% price drop

March

Most popular

Good to know

Top layover airports

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)

Cheapest • Avg $409 (round-trip)

Denver Intl (DEN)

Shortest trip • 5h 08m (one-way)

Insights

Start a new search

KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.

We hope you love your trip to Tucson!

Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tucson (DSM-TUS)

Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12

7:32 pm - 12:04 amDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

5h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:31 am - 5:52 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$295American Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 5

5:00 am - 9:10 amDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

2:21 pm - 11:30 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$295American Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

7:15 pm - 12:45 amDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway

9:45 am - 5:50 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$295Southwest

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

2:58 pm - 11:07 pmDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

9h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:01 am - 2:13 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

7h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$295Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

6:30 pm - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

11:00 am - 8:50 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

8h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$300Southwest

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12

11:01 am - 9:49 pmDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

11h 48m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles

3:03 pm - 10:38 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$300Delta

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

7:15 pm - 12:45 amDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway

11:00 am - 8:50 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

8h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$300Southwest

Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1

5:23 am - 10:03 amDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:05 pm - 11:23 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

5h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$315American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22

5:30 am - 9:46 amDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

8:15 am - 4:07 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

6h 52m1 stop Denver Intl

$345United Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 15

5:07 pm - 9:35 pmDSM Des Moines-TUS Tucson

5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl

4:13 pm - 10:51 pmTUS Tucson-DSM Des Moines

5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$355United Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Tucson flights

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

Prices

Airlines

Layovers

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Tucson? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Tucson departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Tucson?: 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 Tucson. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tucson? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tucson, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tucson at $377 round-trip.
•March ($640) and August ($509) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Low season	June
High season	March
Cheapest flight	$148

Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.

The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.

One-way flight from Des Moines to Tucson

When to book flights from Des Moines to Tucson

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Tucson based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Tucson?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Tucson.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Tucson?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Tucson takes 00m, covering 1,152 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Tucson?
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 Tucson flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tucson range from $406 to $543, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Tucson 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 $295 to $1,234. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Tucson looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Tucson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $325, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Tucson Airport (TUS)?
Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Sixt
• Budget
• Hertz
• Economy Rent a Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Tucson?
Flights from Des Moines to Tucson usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Tucson (TUS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Tucson pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Tucson most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 31% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Tucson?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Des Moines to Tucson. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $422 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $587, a difference of $165.

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 Tucson?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 39m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 53m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tucson?
Tucson is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $422, about $165 less than Saturday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Tucson trip for February. Fares historically average $377 round-trip in that month - typically $263 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 Tucson Airport.

• La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
• Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson Air, AZ
• Wyndham Tucson Airport Hotel & Conference Center

More options for your flight from Des Moines to Tucson

Add a hotel or car rental

Airports

Cabin class

Direct Flights

Origins

Other destinations

Return flight

Complete your trip to Tucson with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Tucson

Hotels in Tucson

Vacations in Tucson

DSM - TUS

$148 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tucson - Compare and Save

Everything you should know

Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tucson (DSM-TUS)

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson

Recent one-way flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Tucson flights

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

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

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

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Tucson?

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Tucson?

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Tucson?

When flying from Des Moines to Tucson which airport offers the shortest layover?

Key details for Des Moines to Tucson flights

Low season

High season

Cheapest flight

When to book flights from Des Moines to Tucson

Your Des Moines to Tucson flight questions, answered

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Tucson flights

More options for your flight from Des Moines to Tucson

Complete your trip to Tucson with a hotel stay or car rental

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cabin class types available on flights from Des Moines to Tucson

Find direct flights to and from Des Moines and Tucson

Flights from domestic origins to Tucson

Flights to other popular destinations

Find deals for your return flight