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Where can I fly from Des Moines?Prices from DSM, departing Sat 3/28 and returning Sat 4/4

Book Cheap International Flights from Des Moines

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip international flight deals from Des Moines to anywhere

Fri, Mar 20 - Tue, Mar 24
Frontier Logo
8:21 pm - 4:17 pm
DSM
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CUN
19h 56m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:54 pm - 7:16 pm
CUN
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DSM
27h 22m
1 stop
$383Frontier
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:52 pm
DSM
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CUN
7h 52m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 11:59 pm
CUN
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DSM
12h 59m
1 stop
$417American Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
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5:40 am - 8:15 pm
ALO
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CUN
14h 35m
2 stops
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11:52 am - 11:49 pm
CUN
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ALO
11h 57m
1 stop
$418American Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 24
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8:04 am - 8:05 am
DSM
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MAD
17h 01m
2 stops
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12:45 pm - 10:44 am
MAD
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DSM
28h 59m
2 stops
$540United Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Fri, Apr 24
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1:10 pm - 6:50 am
DSM
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MAD
34h 40m
2 stops
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12:45 pm - 12:29 pm
MAD
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DSM
30h 44m
2 stops
$544United Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 24
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8:04 am - 9:00 am
DSM
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MAD
17h 56m
3 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:44 am
MAD
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DSM
28h 59m
2 stops
$545United Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
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6:20 am - 8:00 am
DSM
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BCN
18h 40m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:15 pm - 10:44 am
BCN
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DSM
28h 29m
2 stops
$657Air Canada
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
Air Canada Logo
6:20 am - 8:00 am
DSM
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BCN
18h 40m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:15 pm - 11:02 pm
BCN
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DSM
16h 47m
2 stops
$662Air Canada
Mon, Mar 23 - Wed, Apr 8
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5:35 am - 7:35 am
DSM
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BCN
20h 00m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:00 am - 10:38 pm
BCN
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DSM
18h 38m
1 stop
$663Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 14
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3:27 pm - 10:10 pm
DSM
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DEL
44h 13m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 am - 11:02 pm
DEL
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DSM
31h 47m
2 stops
$688Multiple Airlines

Book Cheap Domestic Flights from Des Moines

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip domestic flight deals from Des Moines

Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28
Frontier Logo
8:21 pm - 9:26 pm
DSM
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 7:16 pm
DEN
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DSM
1h 46mnonstop
$87Frontier
Fri, Mar 27 - Mon, Mar 30
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8:21 pm - 9:26 pm
DSM
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DEN
2h 05mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 7:16 pm
DEN
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DSM
1h 46mnonstop
$88Frontier
Fri, Apr 10 - Mon, Apr 13
Frontier Logo
8:14 pm - 9:23 pm
DSM
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DEN
2h 09mnonstop
Frontier Logo
4:30 pm - 7:14 pm
DEN
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DSM
1h 44mnonstop
$90Frontier
Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Mar 30
Frontier Logo
8:21 pm - 9:15 am
DSM
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DFW
12h 54m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:15 am - 7:16 pm
DFW
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DSM
14h 01m
1 stop
$144Frontier
Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10
Allegiant Air Logo
12:37 pm - 3:08 pm
DSM
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HOU
2h 31mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
3:58 pm - 6:15 pm
HOU
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DSM
2h 17mnonstop
$153Allegiant Air
Fri, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 18
Allegiant Air Logo
9:56 pm - 11:06 pm
DSM
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LAS
3h 10mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
3:46 pm - 8:41 pm
LAS
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DSM
2h 55mnonstop
$167Allegiant Air
Sat, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 25
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 9:43 am
DSM
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HOU
4h 38m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:34 am
HOU
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DSM
4h 34m
1 stop
$229American Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
Delta Logo
12:29 pm - 10:51 pm
DSM
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HOU
10h 22m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:55 pm
HOU
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DSM
7h 55m
1 stop
$234Delta
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
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1:55 pm - 3:00 pm
DSM
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PHX
3h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 1:15 pm
PHX
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DSM
4h 40m
1 stop
$239Southwest
Sat, May 16 - Wed, May 20
American Airlines Logo
8:56 am - 7:59 pm
DSM
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JFK
10h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 11:49 pm
JFK
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DSM
12h 39m
1 stop
$289American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights from Des Moines

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which are the most popular places to fly to from Des Moines?

The domestic destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Des Moines.

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular place to fly from Des Moines is New York (9% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Denver Intl (7%) and Phoenix (7%).

What are the most popular international flights out of Des Moines?

The international destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Des Moines.

There are many international destinations you can fly to from Des Moines. The most popular international destinations among KAYAK users are Paris, San Juan and Tokyo.

Which cities can I fly to direct from Des Moines?

There are loads of places you can fly direct to from Des Moines. The most popular destinations for direct flights among KAYAK users are Chicago, Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Dallas. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was Austin at $134, while the most expensive was Dallas, at $391.

What are the cheapest places to fly to from Des Moines?

The cheapest destination for a flight from Des Moines found on KAYAK in the last two weeks was Nashville and cost $41. The next cheapest destinations were Tampa at $55 and Sarasota at $57.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$28
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Des Moines to Denver

FAQs for booking flights out of Des Moines

  • What are my parking options at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)?

    If you will be driving your own car to the airport and will need to leave it there for the duration of your trip, you will be happy to know that there are several parking options available. You can take advantage of any of the four economy lots: green, blue, red, or grey. If you are planning to be gone a bit longer, make use of either the long-term lot or the long-term premium lot. All parking lots and garages offer free shuttles to the terminal once you have parked your vehicle. Check the availability of each of these lots on the DSM website to avoid hiccups upon arrival.

  • Does the Des Moines International Airport offer any services for business travelers?

    Corporate travelers that need to get some work done ahead of their flight out of Des Moines will be glad to know that DSM offers meeting and conference rooms onsite. There are two conference rooms on the Airport Skywalk level, one holding up to 12 people and the other holding up to 80. For smaller meeting rooms, you need to personally contact the airport.

  • How can I get to the Des Moines airport from downtown Des Moines?

    If you need to get to DSM from downtown Des Moines without driving your own car, you have a few options. If you are looking to save money, opt for the public bus. You can either take bus 6 from Platform C or bus 7 from Platform D to reach the airport directly from downtown. These buses will take about 45 minutes and 1 hour to reach the airport, respectively. Or, you can take a taxi or rideshare like Uber or Lyft. These are more expensive but they will take just over 10 minutes to reach the terminal.

  • Does DSM offer assistance to passengers with reduced mobility?

    Yes, passengers flying from DSM with reduced mobility need not worry. Not only are all facilities within the airport accessible to those with disabilities, but there are also wheelchairs for rent, designated accessible ground transportation available, and service animal-friendly facilities. If you need to take advantage of any of these services or you have a specific need, contact your airline at least 2 days before your departure date.  

  • What is Des Moines also known as?

    Des Moines Airport’s airport code is DSM. It can also be referred to as Des Moines, Des Moines Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to your destination with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Des Moines

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Des Moines to the following destinations at these prices or less: Denver $177 one-way - $284 round-trip; Chicago $204 one-way - $402 round-trip; Phoenix $206 one-way - $336 round-trip
  • If you're flying out of Des Moines International Airport (DSM), you'll be happy to know that this airport serves direct flights to over 30 destinations throughout the United States, so getting to your destination will be easy and convenient.
  • If you're being dropped off by a loved one before your flight, it is useful to know that the first 20 minutes in the hourly parking lot are free of charge in case your driver needs to help you with your luggage or simply wants to accompany you in to say goodbye.
  • Those traveling with pets or service animals will be delighted to know that there is a designated pet relief area outside the airport near the parking garage north of the skywalk. It is best to have your pet relieve itself here before entering the airport.
  • If you're hungry ahead of your flight out of Des Moines, head to one of the local food spots inside the airport to get a last taste of the city before you leave. The airport collaborates with several local restaurants to bring some flavor from the city and into your travel experience.
  • If you are taking an international flight from Des Moines, you should know that you need to exchange any currency before arriving at the airport, as there is no place to do so inside DSM.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Worldwide

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Worldwide? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4299 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.0Food
Airline reviews

It was canceled. Supposedly weather. But there was no snow in Baltimore. At least we found out before driving to airport

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Feb 2026
BWI - PBI
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It was canceled. Supposedly weather. But there was no snow in Baltimore. At least we found out before driving to airport

I have not flown Southwest in awhile and had a very pleasant experience. From ticketing to boarding to the flight. The flight left on time and landed ahead of schedule. It won't be so long next time!!

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

The WiFi and crew on the plane were good, however, the boarding experience was awful. I paid for the Choice Preferred and was boarded in group 5 so all overhead storage was full. They found room for our luggage, but further back making getting off the plane a nightmare. Also, we were in row 6 and the seats were extremely uncomfortable. Both my daughter and I had no leg room and couldn’t wait to get off the plane.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

Still need to work out the kinks on the new assigned seating boarding process. Otherwise, a very good flight.

WiFi did not work. Boarding with the new seating assignments took too long. The temperature in the terminal was obnoxious. +/- 80°

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

An awesome flight crew. FC seat cushion just doesn’t cut it for a 3+ hour flight.

2+hrs delay without any reason provided and a cramped flight

We waited an hour on the runway to get a gate in Orlando

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

Flight was delayed due to crew being not on time

Flight crew issues delayed my flight by 2 1/2 hours. Causing me to miss my connection.

The staff on board and gate was nice - a welcome change from the usual. We also arrived early, which was a great benefit, given that it takes 30 minutes plus to get bags at SRQ.

The staff was frielndly. The plane was terrible, it was too small and should be decommissioned. There were no back seat screens at all. The only beverages we had a choice from was coffee, tea or water. The only bathroom in the back was behind the flight attendant's jump seat and wasn't working. And I literally felt like I was sitting on top of the guy next to me. It was terribly hot in the plane and we had to sit on the tarmac in Chicago for 1/2 hour due to congestion in Mpls. Wouldn't they have know that before they even boarded us so that we could have sat in comfort in the terminal?

Never got on it. Was re-routed through Detroit and am still in airports 12 hours later waiting for my connecting plane to arrive.

Delta has too many delays now days. It is 1:06 am now. I was supposed to land in Norfolk at 10:30 pm. I got re-booked through Detroit and I’m still in Detroit. I hope to be landed in Norfolk by 3am. I’ve been in airports for 12 hours as of right now. There is a weather delay now but most delays lately have been maintenance.

We got delayed three hours and nobody thought to have the bathroom fixed while we were sitting waiting to board? took a full hour to have maintenance come and check it off. Had to shut the bathroom down twice so that the pilots could go to the bathroom. Everyone missed their connections.

Flight left on time and we arrived 25 minutes early! There was a gate available when we arrived so early on a busy Sunday afternoon! Flight attendants came around twice with the drinks cart.

Wonderful. Quick boarding. Early departure and we arrived 30 minutes early at our destination. Unfortunately, when you arrive early, there is still a departing aircraft at our gate. We had to park for 30 minutes until the gate was clear. So our early arrival was not really early at the gate. Otherwise it was a quick and smooth flight. Appreciated the efficiency.

Flight on time. Excellent service in Premium Economy. Great food served and cleaned up promptly. Unfortunately the climate control was malfunctioning and it was very cold and felt a bit like camping. Cold helps with sleep though so not complaining too much. Slept well. It asks to rate "entertainment". I do not like any IFE, don't shove a big screen in my face—I have my own phone if I want it. So this will always get low ratings.

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

Everything was great except for the boarding process. Everyone is lining up all at the same time and it’s hard to tell between the groups as they are way too large.

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

Airport terminal was outdated, flight was on a small jet with no wifi

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

Flight boarded, departed and landed on time. Excellent service from flight attendant in FIRST

Boarding is always an ordeal. Less dogs on flights. I am highly allergic to dogs and cats. Why are there so many animals these days?

Flight to Tampa was delayed taking off due to plane arriving late but no other issues

There was a delay with the plan which cause the flight to leave later and once arrived in Chicago there was another delay and some passengers missed their connecting flights

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Worst experience ever. Flight could not land in Charlotte for what we were told was a ground stop. Had to be diverted to Raleigh to refuel. Strangely during ground stop, our connecting flight had no issue taking off on time causing us to miss our flight. We were told there were no other flights that day to our final destination and that two days out was the next one. The only flights to get us there were from Chicago the next morning. Completely opposite direction but it was a direct flight. So we get flown to Chicago and have to find a hotel in our own dime. The flight in the morning was also delayed. Thankfully only a short time. The non too of all this, our luggage did not arrive by the time we were there. Communication was terrible, through the entire trip. Complete incompetence. Will never fly American again.

Horrible. Got delayed many hours because their pilot wasn't trained for night landing at the airport and a rain delay made it a night landing. We have to wait hours for a qualified crew. They give us 12 dollar meal vouchers but most everything in the airport was closed and definitely more expensive than the vouchers.

I am an AA flyer for a very long time... AA has yet to disappoint.

Flight was delayed. Not much information on when the flight would take off. Eventually we were told it was maintenance. App was not giving updates.

Never ontime and always delays. Long waits for customer service and often app doesn’t work

Superb. Staff great. Great flight. As with other airlines, seating too tight and restrictive.

There is not one likable thing about this airline. It’s starts with the deceptive pricing and continues through the whole flight. The worst staff I’ve ever experienced way over priced bags absolutely no food or drink (unacceptable and you should be embarrassed) the seats are cramped and uncomfortable there is no entertainment there is nothing about this trash airline that constitutes any amount of money. It’s worse than spirit and way more expensive it is disgraceful. Do not travel with Allegiant I repeat do not bother no matter what they say the price is it is never ever going to be the right choice I’m mind blown at how awful the entire experience was I’m embarrassed that I chose so poorly I cannot reiterate enough how beyond horrible this company and its staff are, not one person on this flight or at the airport is qualified to sweep up trash on a city sidewalk they should certainly never be given any job that requires a brain or manners or communication with human beings, what a disgrace to the human race. Your criminal chiselers and should be put out to pasture

Great flight. Friendly staff. Free snacks and drinks would be nice. I would love fewer taxes and fees added on.

My 90 year old father flew with me. He needed wheel chair assistance and is nearly deaf. The staff was amazing with him.

It was fine. Nobody was outstandingly friendly but no one was rude and everything was smooth . The captain thanked us for flying but no one greeted me as I walked on the plane or as I exited which is the least they could do lol

Clean, friendly, roomy. But check-in from the phone link was terrible. Repeated attempts wouldn’t save at the final step. Just kept spinning! It was very frustrating. Finally, I used the app (vs website link) to check-in which worked very smoothly on the first attempt.

Check in on the web portal was cumbersome! After several attempts I finally got the boarding pass.

Excellent flight and even arrived 23 min early. No entertainment , or wi fi on board, but I downloaded a couple of movies beforehand which kept me entertained. Really like flying Allegiant airlines.

WE were delayed about an hour and never any communications from the employees working the gate. We also were moved to a total of three gates.

I love how they show love to their customers and care about them too.

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