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      Compare St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines flight deals

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      Flight deals from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,799. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Des Moines.R 752 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 752, select.
      Des Moines.R 1,246 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,246, select.
      Des Moines.R 1,409 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,409, select.
      Des Moines.R 1,409 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,409, select.
      Des Moines.R 1,927 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,927, select.
      Des Moines.R 3,175 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,175, select.
      Des Moines.R 6,978 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,978, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Direct flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines

      St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines: Alternative routes

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

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      Tampa to Des Moines: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 752
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time2 hrs, 59 mins
      Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
      Average flights per week3

      Finding cheap flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines is R 1,620. 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.
      2 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines.
      Allegiant Air flies direct from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines.
      As of July 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines.
      The cheapest month to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport on Friday, 2 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 59 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.

      Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

      Flying from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Des Moines Airport (DSM): what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport.

      • Leave plenty of time to make your PIE to DSM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Allegiant Air is your gateway to discovering Des Moines (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • Most travellers choose to fly with Allegiant Air on this route.

      • Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier that operates PIE to DSM flights, with 74.51% of its services arriving as scheduled.

      • If you'd like to check out another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Minneapolis St Paul Airport is a well-known stop between PIE and DSM.

      How to find the cheapest flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

      • Currently, R 752 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,620. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

      • Book two months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PIE to DSM.

      • Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

      • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PIE to DSM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

      • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

      Handy information about St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

      • PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

      • Of all flights departing from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.

      • Central Tampa to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

      • Taking an early flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to PIE:

      Arriving at Des Moines Airport (DSM)

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

      • DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

      • Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

      • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.

      When to fly to Des Moines Airport (DSM)

      • The quietest month for a flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Des Moines based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

      • Lock in your flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport for July if you'd like to visit Des Moines during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from PIE to DSM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.

      Explore more of the United States

      • Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.

      • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Milwaukee, about 499 kilometres east of Des Moines. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo are among the biggest draws.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Tampa to Des Moines

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.