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Des Moines.P6,631 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan, returning Sun, 11 Jan.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,631, select.
Des Moines.P7,225 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,225, select.
Des Moines.P7,459 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,459, select.
Des Moines.P8,169 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,169, select.
Des Moines.P10,895 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec, returning Tue, 30 Dec.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,895, select.
Des Moines.P27,111 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P27,111, select.
Des Moines.P29,742 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,742, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines

Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP6,631
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines is P6,631. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines.
As of December 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines Airport on Thursday, 8 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Des Moines is Allegiant Air .

Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Look for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) that leave from this base.

  • Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Des Moines is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale. Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to DSM, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.

Airports in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) can be booked from here.

  • When leaving from FLL, you can take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport with Allegiant Air.

  • Allegiant Air is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FLL to DSM.

  • Allegiant Air shines when it comes to on-time performance. An exceptional 85.0% of its services on this route reach their destination on schedule.

  • The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, data shows 73.74% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • FLL's address is 320 Terminal Drive.

About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • Des Moines International Airport to the centre of Des Moines is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport is P2,960. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P6,631. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to DSM by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Fort Lauderdale to DSM.

  • Find an affordable flight from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • July is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport (DSM). Visit Des Moines in April for a more laid-back experience.

  • Before locking in your Fort Lauderdale to DSM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Des Moines International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Des Moines

Explore more of the United States

  • Des Moines is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres south of Des Moines, a trip to Kansas City will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon.

  • If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Omaha, roughly 193 kilometres west of Des Moines. Kiewit Luminarium, Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium and OUR BODY: The Universe Within are among its highlights.

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