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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $366-$536
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Mon 10/29
PIT - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Typical prices: $188-$361
American Airlines
Mon 10/1
PIT - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Pittsburgh and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines (PIT-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 7:54 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
7h 49m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 4:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
8h 04m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$309American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
3:59 pm - 9:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 12:36 amDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
5:03 pm - 10:33 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:35 amDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$309Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 10:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 11:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$314Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 10:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 11:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$314Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:31 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 8:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$355United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
8:56 am - 2:15 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
6h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:08 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
9h 43m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:39 am - 10:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
12h 14m1 stop Nashville Intl
$417Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:08 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
9h 43m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 7:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
29h 01m2 stops Philadelphia Raleigh-Durham
$439Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
1:04 pm - 7:09 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:26 pm - 8:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$444American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Pittsburgh to Des Moines flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines start at $309. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $366 to $536. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Des Moines at $296 round-trip.
  • August ($1,122) and March ($666) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 279% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Pittsburgh to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$155
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines usually depart from Pittsburgh (PIT) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Pittsburgh to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 42%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $311 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $536: a $225 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Pittsburgh to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 702 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Pittsburgh 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.

  • Have flight prices from Pittsburgh 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 $309 to $2,184. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Pittsburgh to Des Moines are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $294.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 06m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 20m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

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

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Des Moines range from $366 to $536, with an average of $407 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Pittsburgh to Des Moines 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $311 - about $225 less than Monday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Pittsburgh to Des Moines trip for October. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $826 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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