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PHXDSMSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$259Delta Air Lines
Fastest2h 55mgate to gate
Options found74flights on this route
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Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$358
Flight DetailsPHX to DSM - 2H :55 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-1148
00:23
2026-10-03
Phoenix (PHX)Sky Harbor Intl
6H :16 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 1h 00m Chicago (ORD), United States
08:39
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$304
Flight DetailsPHX to DSM - 6H :16 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 DetailsPHX to DSM - 6H :16 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-1655
05:00
2026-10-03
Phoenix (PHX)Sky Harbor Intl
8H :10 M
1 Stop
DFW
· 3h 42m Dallas (DFW), United States
15:10
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$304
Flight DetailsPHX to DSM - 8H :10 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 DetailsPHX to DSM - 8H :10 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
AA
American Airlines
AA-3062
05:08
2026-10-03
Phoenix (PHX)Sky Harbor Intl
6H :51 M
1 Stop
ORD
· 1h 38m Chicago (ORD), United States
13:59
2026-10-03
Des Moines (DSM)Des Moines
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 2 Pieces
$304
Flight DetailsPHX to DSM - 6H :51 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 DetailsPHX to DSM - 6H :51 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 Lines06:00
Earliest departure$304American Airlines00:23
Shortest duration$294American Airlines19:04
Night
00:00-05:59
$304American Airlines at 00:23Morning
06:00-11:59
$259Delta Air Lines at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$285Delta Air Lines at 14:00Evening
18:00-23:59
$259Delta Air Lines at 23:05
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Phoenix (PHX)
Sky Harbor Intl
United States
GMT -7
Latitude: 33.43429946899414
Longitude: -112.01200103759766
Des Moines (DSM)
Des Moines
United States
GMT -6
Latitude: 41.534000396728516
Longitude: -93.66310119628906
Distance: Phoenix (PHX), United States to Des Moines (DSM), United States - 1,847.15 km
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How to travel Phoenix to Des Moines
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Connecting flight₹24,746Longer — includes a stop72 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 Phoenix to Des Moines
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UN
United Airlines Flights
from $29438 flights
Fares from
$294
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
38 — compare timings in the list above
AM
American Airlines Flights
from $29428 flights
Fares from
$294
Non-stop
2 in these results
Departures
28 — 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
2h 55m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
00:23 · American Airlines
Last departure of the day
23:52 · United Airlines
Options in this snapshot
74
Direct / non-stop options
2
Airport codes
Phoenix–PHX, Des Moines–DSM
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 74 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 2 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 00:23 and the last around 23:52. The fastest flight takes about 2h 55m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from $259, Evening from $259, Afternoon from $285, Night from $304. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Phoenix to Des Moines 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 Phoenix to Des Moines, 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 Phoenix from Des Moines by air?
The direct air distance between Phoenix (PHX) and Des Moines (DSM) 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 PHX to DSM?
Yes. 2 non-stop flights are showing on Phoenix to Des Moines for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Phoenix to Des Moines?
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 Phoenix to Des Moines?
The quickest non-stop Phoenix to Des Moines flight currently loaded takes about 2h 55m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 2h 55m to 3h 12m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the cheapest Phoenix to Des Moines flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Phoenix to Des Moines for the dates currently loaded is $259. Fares on the same dates run up to $533, 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 Phoenix to Des Moines flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 00:23 and the last is around 23:52, local time at Phoenix. 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 Phoenix to Des Moines 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
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$254
12/10/2026
Delta Air Lines
06:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$246
11/12/2026
Delta Air Lines
06:00
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Phoenix to Des Moines Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Phoenix and Des Moines is approximately 1,847 KM. The flight duration ranges from 2H :55 M up to 27H :01 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Phoenix to Des Moines Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 74 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Phoenix at 00:23, while the last night flight leaves at 23:52. Flights depart from Sky Harbor Intl and land at Des Moines.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Phoenix to Des Moines
Aerial Distance
1,847 KM
Flight Duration
2H :55 M - 27H :01 M
Airport Codes
Phoenix - PHX, Des Moines - DSM
Total Flights Available
74 flights (2 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 00:23
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 23:52
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
31 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
23 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
6 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
3 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
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.
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.
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