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Cheapest round-trip
$429
Typical prices: $353-$593
United Airlines
Sun 11/11Wed 11/14
AVP - DSM • 1 stop
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 43% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Scranton to Des Moines (AVP-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Scranton to Des Moines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:35 pm - 9:55 pmAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:05 pm - 8:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:21 am - 9:55 pmAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
12h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$434United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:21 am - 5:28 pmAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
8h 07m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:27 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
10h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:35 pm - 9:55 pmAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:05 pm - 8:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$449United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:21 am - 9:55 pmAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
12h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 12:27 amDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$454United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:37 pm - 12:26 amAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:26 pm - 6:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
21h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$475American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:40 pm - 12:14 amAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
6h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:25 am - 6:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$485American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:37 pm - 12:26 amAVP  Wilkes-Barre Scranton-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:25 am - 11:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton
13h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$585American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Scranton to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Scranton to Des Moines start at $429. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $353 to $593. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $429 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Scranton to Des Moines flights

Low season

March
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 37% lower on average.

When to book flights from Scranton to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Scranton to Des Moines usually depart from Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AVP) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 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 Scranton to Des Moines?

    On the Scranton to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 51%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $332 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $667: a $335 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 Scranton to Des Moines?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Scranton to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 12m and 7h 41m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Scranton 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 Scranton to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $429 to $810. That means the highest observed fare was about 88% higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 6h 14m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 7h 41m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Scranton to Des Moines range from $353 to $593, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Scranton 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 Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $332 - about $335 less than Tuesday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Scranton to Des Moines trip for April. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $550 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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