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DSMPHXSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$259Delta Air Lines
Fastest3h 17mgate to gate
Options found89flights on this route
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Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$604
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 5H :47 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-4933
14:44
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
6H :14 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 0h 35m Chicago (ORD), United States
18:58
2026-10-03
Phoenix (PHX)Sky Harbor Intl
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$294
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 6H :14 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$368
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 6H :14 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-4933
14:44
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
7H :20 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 1h 38m Chicago (ORD), United States
20:04
2026-10-03
Phoenix (PHX)Sky Harbor Intl
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$294
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 7H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$368
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 7H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-4933
14:44
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
8H :13 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 2h 35m Chicago (ORD), United States
20:57
2026-10-03
Phoenix (PHX)Sky Harbor Intl
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$294
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 8H :13 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$368
Flight DetailsDSM to PHX - 8H :13 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$259Delta Air Lines16:10
Earliest departure$284American Airlines05:30
Shortest duration$284American Airlines05:30
Night
00:00-05:59
$284American Airlines at 05:30Morning
06:00-11:59
$294United Airlines at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$259Delta Air Lines at 16:10Evening
18:00-23:59
$294American Airlines at 18:22
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Des Moines (DSM)
Des Moines
United States
GMT -6
Latitude: 41.534000396728516
Longitude: -93.66310119628906
Phoenix (PHX)
Sky Harbor Intl
United States
GMT -7
Latitude: 33.43429946899414
Longitude: -112.01200103759766
Distance: Des Moines (DSM), United States to Phoenix (PHX), United States - 1,847.15 km
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How to travel Des Moines to Phoenix
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Connecting flight₹24,746Longer — includes a stop87 options
Air distance is about 1,847 km. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Des Moines to Phoenix
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UN
United Airlines Flights
from $29442 flights
Fares from
$294
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
42 — compare timings in the list above
AM
American Airlines Flights
from $28439 flights
Fares from
$284
Non-stop
2 in these results
Departures
39 — compare timings in the list above
DE
Delta Air Lines Flights
from $2598 flights
Fares from
$259
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
8 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
3h 17m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
05:30 · American Airlines
Last departure of the day
19:58 · American Airlines
Options in this snapshot
89
Direct / non-stop options
2
Airport codes
Des Moines–DSM, Phoenix–PHX
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 89 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 2 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 05:30 and the last around 19:58. The fastest flight takes about 3h 17m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from $259, Night from $284, Morning from $294, Evening from $294. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Des Moines to Phoenix flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Des Moines to Phoenix, Saturday shows the lowest fare at $259. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Des Moines from Phoenix by air?
The direct air distance between Des Moines (DSM) and Phoenix (PHX) is about 1,847 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from DSM to PHX?
Yes. 2 non-stop flights are showing on Des Moines to Phoenix for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Des Moines to Phoenix?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Phoenix?
The quickest non-stop Des Moines to Phoenix flight currently loaded takes about 3h 17m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 3h 17m to 3h 19m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the cheapest Des Moines to Phoenix flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Des Moines to Phoenix for the dates currently loaded is $259. Fares on the same dates run up to $963, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Des Moines to Phoenix flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 05:30 and the last is around 19:58, local time at Des Moines. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,847.15 km.
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Lowest Des Moines to Phoenix airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
$259
03/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
16:10
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$254
12/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
16:10
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$246
11/12/2026
Delta Air Lines
16:10
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Des Moines to Phoenix Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Des Moines and Phoenix is approximately 1,847 KM. The flight duration ranges from 3H :17 M up to 27H :33 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Des Moines to Phoenix Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 89 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Des Moines at 05:30, while the last night flight leaves at 19:58. Flights depart from Des Moines and land at Sky Harbor Intl.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Des Moines to Phoenix
Aerial Distance
1,847 KM
Flight Duration
3H :17 M - 27H :33 M
Airport Codes
Des Moines - DSM, Phoenix - PHX
Total Flights Available
89 flights (2 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:30
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:58
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
30 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
31 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
17 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
DSM: Des Moines airport. Des Moines airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
PHX: Phoenix airport. Phoenix airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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