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Flight deals from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,858. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Minneapolis.R 1,884 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,884, select.
Minneapolis.R 1,981 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,981, select.
Minneapolis.R 2,036 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,036, select.
Minneapolis.R 4,028 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,028, select.
Minneapolis.R 4,028 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,028, select.
Minneapolis.R 4,028 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,028, select.
Minneapolis.R 4,913 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,913, select.
Minneapolis.R 7,527 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,527, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul

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 July.
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from R 1,884
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from R 2,036
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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.

Minneapolis St Paul

11km from central Minneapolis
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Minneapolis Downtown

17km from central Minneapolis
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St Cloud

88km from central Minneapolis
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Des Moines to Minneapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,884
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week138

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 R 3,807. 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.
KLM, WestJet and Delta fly direct from Des Moines to Minneapolis St Paul.
As of June 2026, there are 138 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 August.
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 Wednesday, 5 August 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.

Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.

  • Des Moines and Minneapolis are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Choose from 25 weekly Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flights. The 06:52 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 17:59.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your DSM to MSP flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

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

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Delta.

  • The most punctual carrier operating DSM to MSP flights is Delta. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.98% of the time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DSM and MSP include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Detroit Wayne County Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport flight is R 1,884. A return ticket right now is R 3,807. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DSM to MSP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DSM to MSP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)

  • You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • When it comes to Des Moines Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near DSM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)

When to fly to Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Minneapolis. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis St Paul Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSM to MSP around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a trip to Milwaukee will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.

  • Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.

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