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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $443-$676
American Airlines
Mon 10/29Wed 10/31
PVD - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$172
Typical prices: $243-$378
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/3
PVD - DSM • 2 stops
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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October
Cheapest • 15% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York LaGuardia (LGA)
Cheapest • Avg $412 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (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

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 9:42 amPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
5h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 11:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
5h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$339Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 12:14 amPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
5h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 8:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
4h 49m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$339American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 12:00 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 4:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
9h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$344Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 7:40 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 4:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
10h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
$344Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 12:14 amPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
9h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 6:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
8h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 12:00 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
7h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 4:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
10h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
$349Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
7:51 pm - 12:26 amPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 2:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
8h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Philadelphia
$406American 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
$465United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 8:36 pmPVD  Providence-TFGreen-DSM Des Moines
11h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVD Providence-TFGreen
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$470United 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
$481United 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 $339. 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 $339 on American Airlines.

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

$172
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) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 15% 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 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 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 $339 to $1,084. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $185, which is 45% 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 42m, compared with 4h 59m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 54m via New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • 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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Providence to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Providence (PVD)
Des Moines (DSM)