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Cheapest round-trip
$255
Typical prices: $403-$556
Southwest
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
DSM - TUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $230-$419
United Airlines
Sun 10/21
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.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
February
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $409 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tucson (DSM-TUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Tucson

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:35 pm - 9:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:25 am - 4:50 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
4h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$255Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:10 pm - 4:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
6h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:00 am - 5:45 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
8h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$260Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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3:00 pm - 9:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 5:45 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
8h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$265Southwest
Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15
American Airlines Logo
5:06 am - 8:12 amDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
5h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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3:03 pm - 11:45 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
6h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$339American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
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3:31 pm - 11:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
8h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:00 am - 2:28 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 10:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
8h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:50 am - 12:34 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
4h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$339United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
6:14 pm - 11:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
5h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:28 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 9:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
9h 14m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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9:45 am - 4:14 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$344United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 5:26 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
12h 06m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 4:27 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
8h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$344Delta
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 10:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-TUS Tucson
11h 26m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 4:50 pmTUS  Tucson-DSM Des Moines
8h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$349Delta
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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 from Des Moines to Tucson with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tucson start at $255. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $403 to $556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $255 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Tucson, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% 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 Tucson?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tucson at $383 round-trip.
  • November ($707) and September ($648) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% 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 Tucson flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$170
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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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.
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Your Des Moines to Tucson 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 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?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) 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 Tucson?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Des Moines to Tucson route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $410 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $582, a difference of $172. 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 0h 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 $255 to $1,352. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $273, which is 20% 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 10m, compared with 5h 30m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 48m 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 starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • 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 $403 to $556, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Tucson 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $410 - about $172 less than Saturday (30% 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 $383 round-trip in that month - typically $324 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 Tucson Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
    - Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson Air, AZ

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