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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul

Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul: Alternative routes

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

Des Moines to Minneapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 6,872
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week225

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul is ج.م.‏ 7,566. 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.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul.
WestJet, Delta and Endeavor Air fly direct from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul.
As of March 2026, there are 240 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport on Monday, 13 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 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 Minneapolis St Paul 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 Minneapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Minneapolis St Paul.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP): what you need to know

  • Des Moines and Minneapolis are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DSM to MSP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Minneapolis — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • Delta Air Lines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • With a dependable 83.14% of services landing on schedule, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier for DSM to MSP flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between DSM and MSP:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport flight is ج.م.‏ 6,872. A round-trip fare is currently ج.م.‏ 7,566. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap tickets from DSM to MSP, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.

  • Landing cheap flights from DSM to MSP is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from DSM land at their destination as scheduled 80.45% of the time.

  • Central Des Moines to Des Moines International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to DSM? If you're catching an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

Getting from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis

  • You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to central Minneapolis has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Minneapolis. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to MSP in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC and -1ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key highlights.

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