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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $275-$445
American Airlines
Thu 2/1Tue 2/6
DSM - VPS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$219
Typical prices: $173-$319
Delta
Thu 11/8
DSM - VPS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Valparaiso. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 40% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $377 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso (DSM-VPS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Valparaiso

Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 3:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:59 pm - 11:40 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
6h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$337American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 9:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
6h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 10:16 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
5h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$337American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 11:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
7h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
11:27 am - 4:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 3:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
6h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:51 am - 6:55 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$337American Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 9:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 11:58 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
5h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$337American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 11:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
7h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 9:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
14h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 9:50 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
14h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$390Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 3:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
9h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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7:50 am - 5:45 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
9h 55m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$392Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 3:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-VPS Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
9h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 7:55 pmVPS  Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach-DSM Des Moines
12h 15m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$410Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso typically range from $275 to $445. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on American Airlines.

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

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 Valparaiso. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Valparaiso at $218 round-trip.
•April ($476) and February ($437) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 118% 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 Valparaiso flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$219
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso

When to book flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Valparaiso takes 00m, covering 860 miles.

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

    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 Valparaiso flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso range from $275 to $445, with an average of $362 over the past 12 months. Anything below $275 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $250 round-trip, compared to $377 via a layover through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Valparaiso 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 $337 to $2,047. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Valparaiso are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $224.

  • What car rental options are available at Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS)?

    Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Des Moines to Valparaiso. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $275 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $470, a difference of $195.

    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 Valparaiso?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 01m, compared with 5h 49m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 08m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Valparaiso 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $275, about $195 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Valparaiso trip for May. Fares historically average $218 round-trip in that month - typically $258 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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