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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $208-$434
Allegiant Air
Thu 1/11Thu 1/18
SFB - DSM • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$73
Typical prices: $135-$260
Allegiant Air
Tue 11/13
SFB - DSM • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 3h 05m
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Cheapest • 48% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $242 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Des Moines (ORL-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Orlando to Des Moines

Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
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12:35 pm - 2:44 pmSFB  Orlando Sanford Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 09mnonstop
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1:57 pm - 5:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-SFB Orlando Sanford Intl
2h 45mnonstop
$195Allegiant Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
Frontier Logo
8:28 pm - 7:33 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
24h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:35 pm - 5:30 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$226Frontier
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Frontier Logo
7:45 am - 7:33 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
12h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:35 pm - 12:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
14h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$246Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Allegiant Air Logo
12:01 pm - 2:10 pmSFB  Orlando Sanford Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 09mnonstop
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8:30 am - 11:32 amDSM  Des Moines-SFB Orlando Sanford Intl
26h 02m2 stops Sarasota Bradenton Intl Asheville Regional
$255Allegiant Air
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:24 pm - 2:36 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
21h 12m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:45 am - 11:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
15h 42m1 stop Nashville Intl
$266Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:01 am - 9:48 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
12h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 12:55 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
16h 10m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$274Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
2:27 pm - 8:43 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
7h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:53 pm - 12:40 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
3:45 pm - 10:35 pmMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:53 pm - 12:40 amDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$295Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 12:19 amMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 5:51 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
5h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$295American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:20 amMCO  Orlando-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 8:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCO Orlando
7h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$302American Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Orlando to Des Moines typically range from $208 to $434. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195, on Allegiant Air.

What is the cheapest Orlando to Des Moines flight route?

Orlando Sanford Intl Airport (SFB) to Des Moines (DSM) is the cheapest Orlando to Des Moines route, averaging $252 round-trip. Other Orlando to Des Moines routes average $388, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando to Des Moines. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando to Des Moines at $158 round-trip.
•December ($395) and August ($390) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 150% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Allegiant Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Orlando to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$73
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Orlando Sanford Intl Airport to Des Moines

When to book flights from Orlando to Des Moines

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Orlando to Des Moines?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Orlando to Des Moines:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:25 am and lands at 9:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 11:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 05m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Orlando to Des Moines takes 3h 05m, covering 1,132 miles.

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

    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 Orlando to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Orlando to Des Moines range from $208 to $434, with an average of $304 over the past 12 months. Anything below $208 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $238 round-trip and layover options via Nashville Intl (BNA) at $242.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando to Des Moines 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 $195 to $1,414. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Orlando to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $115, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Orlando to Des Moines may depart from several airports in Orlando area, including Orlando (MCO) and Orlando Sanford Intl (SFB). Flights usually arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Orlando to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $272 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $383, a difference of $111.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Orlando to Des Moines?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Orlando and Des Moines.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 4h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 05m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Orlando and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Orlando (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Orlando to Des Moines 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $272, about $111 less than Tuesday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando to Des Moines trip for November. Fares historically average $158 round-trip in that month - typically $237 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 Des Moines Airport.

    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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Orlando to Des Moines

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Friday

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Des Moines to Orlando

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