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Cheapest round-trip
$136
Typical prices: $300-$488
Frontier
Fri 10/12Fri 10/19
SLC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$124
Typical prices: $178-$335
Frontier
Fri 11/9
SLC - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Salt Lake City and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 31% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines (SLC-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
Frontier Logo
11:36 am - 7:30 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:25 pm - 3:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
19h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$136Frontier
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
Frontier Logo
11:36 am - 7:30 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:25 pm - 11:06 amDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
15h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$211Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 10:05 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
8h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:00 am - 10:30 amDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$255Southwest
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 1:55 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 12:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$255Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 2:36 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
29h 26m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:04 pm - 12:16 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
17h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$267Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:24 pm - 10:57 amSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
13h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:22 pm - 7:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$306Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
5:28 pm - 12:14 amSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:06 am - 11:45 amDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$391American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 1:34 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
5h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 4:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$391American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 4:20 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
4h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 10:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$405United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 11:17 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-DSM Des Moines
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:12 pm - 9:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$411United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Des Moines flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines start at $136. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $300 to $488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $136 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 89% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Des Moines at $269 round-trip.
  • April ($471) and May ($461) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Salt Lake City to Des Moines flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$124
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

    2 airlines operate flights between Salt Lake City and Des Moines. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the Salt Lake City to Des Moines route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $340 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $744, a difference of $404. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salt Lake City to Des Moines:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 12:01 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:07 pm and lands at 4:43 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 36m.

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to Des Moines takes 2h 36m, covering 952 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 $136 to $1,336. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $152, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 33m, compared with 5h 48m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 52m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Salt Lake City and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Salt Lake City (Central Time vs Mountain 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 Salt Lake City to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Des Moines range from $300 to $488, with an average of $392 over the past 12 months. Anything below $300 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City 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 Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $340 - about $404 less than Tuesday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Des Moines trip for August. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $202 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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