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Cheapest round-trip
$288
Typical prices: $443-$676
Southwest
Mon 11/19Sat 12/8
PVD - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $243-$378
Delta
Sat 10/6
PVD - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Providence and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 15% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $430 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Providence to Des Moines (PVD-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Providence to Des Moines

Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:10 pm - 10:05 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
4h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$288Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
Delta Logo
4:58 pm - 8:54 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
4h 56m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:06 pm - 11:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
4h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$289Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
6:10 pm - 10:05 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 4:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
8h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$293Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:45 pm - 10:05 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
10h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
8h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$299Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 1:28 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
8h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
7h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$339American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
12:27 pm - 6:56 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 11:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
8h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$344American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 1:28 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
9h 23m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 4:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
7h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$349American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 9:55 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$380United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:31 am - 5:48 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 6:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
8h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$384United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 9:55 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 3:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
9h 12m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$385United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Providence to Des Moines flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Providence to Des Moines start at $288. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $443 to $676. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $288 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Providence to Des Moines, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 44% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Providence to Des Moines at $426 round-trip.
  • February ($757) and January ($677) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Providence to Des Moines flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Providence to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Providence to Des Moines usually depart from Providence-TFGreen (PVD) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 5% 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 Providence to Des Moines?

    On the Providence to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $366 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $727: a $361 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 UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Providence to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 1,144 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Providence 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 Providence 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 $288 to $1,766. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Providence to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 45m, compared with 4h 59m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 6h 12m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Providence (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 Providence to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Providence to Des Moines range from $443 to $676, with an average of $502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $443 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Providence 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 $366 - about $361 less than Monday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Providence to Des Moines trip for October. Fares historically average $426 round-trip in that month - typically $331 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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