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$346 Find cheap flights from Fresno to Des Moines

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Fresno to Des Moines departing on 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Fresno to Des Moines (FAT-DSM)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Fresno to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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2:30 pm - 11:17 pmFAT-DSM
6h 47m1 stop
5:00 am - 9:47 amDSM-FAT
6h 47m1 stop
$346American Airlines
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Fri, Jul 5 - Wed, Jul 10
10:38 am - 6:49 pmFAT-DSM
6h 11m1 stop
7:31 pm - 11:53 pmDSM-FAT
6h 22m1 stop
$356American Airlines
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Sat, Jul 6 - Thu, Jul 11
11:59 pm - 8:59 amFAT-DSM
7h 00m1 stop
7:31 pm - 11:53 pmDSM-FAT
6h 22m1 stop
$376American Airlines
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Tue, Jul 23 - Sat, Jul 27
12:51 pm - 8:23 pmFAT-DSM
5h 32m1 stop
3:57 pm - 10:08 pmDSM-FAT
8h 11m1 stop
$437American Airlines
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Thu, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 9
12:51 pm - 8:23 pmFAT-DSM
5h 32m1 stop
5:00 am - 12:01 pmDSM-FAT
9h 01m2 stops
$442American Airlines
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Thu, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 9
6:10 am - 8:45 pmFAT-DSM
12h 35m2 stops
1:40 pm - 8:19 pmDSM-FAT
8h 39m2 stops
$457United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 4 - Tue, Jul 9
12:46 pm - 11:17 pmFAT-DSM
8h 31m2 stops
7:31 pm - 11:53 pmDSM-FAT
6h 22m1 stop
$472American Airlines
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Sat, Jul 6 - Thu, Jul 11
6:10 am - 8:45 pmFAT-DSM
12h 35m2 stops
6:00 am - 8:51 pmDSM-FAT
16h 51m1 stop
$480United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 4 - Wed, Jul 10
6:10 am - 8:45 pmFAT-DSM
12h 35m2 stops
9:15 am - 5:28 pmDSM-FAT
10h 13m2 stops
$496United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 4 - Wed, Jul 10
10:30 pm - 10:15 amFAT-DSM
9h 45m1 stop
11:52 am - 9:39 pmDSM-FAT
11h 47m2 stops
$546Delta
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Fri, Jul 5 - Tue, Jul 9

Flights from Fresno to Des Moines - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Fresno to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to Des Moines?

The average price of all flights from Fresno to Des Moines clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Fresno to Des Moines, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Fresno, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to Des Moines?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Fresno to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Fresno to Des Moines is November, where tickets cost $387 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of tickets is $636 and $610 respectively.

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February

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$346
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 25% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from Fresno to Des Moines

  • What is the cheapest flight from Fresno to Des Moines?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Fresno to Des Moines was $453 for a one-way ticket and $346 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Fresno and Des Moines?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Fresno to Des Moines?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Fresno and Des Moines, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Fresno to Des Moines, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Fresno to Des Moines are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $647 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $413 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Fresno to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Fresno to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Fresno is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Fresno to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Fresno with another airline. Booking your flights between Fresno and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Fresno to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Fresno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top 3 airlines serving from Fresno to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Fresno to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Fresno to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Allegiant AirOverall score based on 989 reviews
7.7Boarding
5.8Entertainment
6.2Food
6.9Comfort
8.2Crew
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Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2024SYR - BNA
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Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

The net issue I had was with the gate agent. We had added a carryon to our boarding pass when we checked bags. When I got to the boarding gate the agent was rude asking why I had a backpack - I said I added it - even had an orange tag on it. She ripped my tag off and swung her monitor around to show me how she was right- saying it isn’t wasn’t listed - only a checked bag. I explained again that I wasn’t sure what the issue was but I wouldn’t have an orange tag if I hadn’t added it. Then she finally checked my husband’s boarding pass and found that the agent at checkin had added my carryon to his boarding pass instead of mine. She sent me on my way without my orange tag. Was a bit embarrassing for me the tone she used with me assuming I was trying to get away with something.

Gate agent asked if I could switch seats so a family could sit together. Agent moved me to a seat in the front of the plane, no charge. It was easy. The agent did a great job.

Great seat space. However food and drink prices outrageous. Jabbing to pay for a carry on bag or stuck paying at the gate too much.

Every Allegiant Air flight I've ever taken has been delayed. This flight was delayed a full 2 hours. It was excuse after excuse after excuse. It was a flight from southern Florida. They made us board the plane on time, but made us wait for 2 hours on the tarmac. Because the engines were kept shut off, so was the air conditioning. One can only imagine how hot the air was in the cabin over those 2 hours on the tarmac, while in the hot Florida sun. Just terrible.

Actually, for the price, I'm willing to put up with a little discomfort (upright chairs) and at times inconveniences (like any airline), lack of entertainment (I can bring my own). My flight was non stop and smooth. I would fly this route again.

The flight was delayed 6 hours and we were only offered an $8 food credit. My husband stood in line to get the credit for 45 minutes and when he got close to the end of the line the computers went down.

Worst ever! Flight cancelled supposedly for weather even though we k ow of many others who flew into Bangor same time no problem. At the airport there was no customer service at all just refund and no possibility of rebook for 3-4 days. Aweful won’t fly with them again!!

It’s a budget airline so adjust expectations accordingly. Nothing is without a fee but such is necessary for tickets to remain so affordable.

No complaints. It’s a budget airline so can’t expect any frills.

The entertainment wasn’t playing in the app or online.

Horrible, the flights kept delaying, so it is obvious that we won't be able to make it to the next connection. No easier/real agent on site to help you figure this out. UA agent on other counters refuse to assist you and direct us to use the QR code/call customer service. So inefficient and poor. While technology seems convenient, but it's not the best interest/experience for customers need help while there is active issue need assistance.

Flight was delayed due to the late arrival of the catering truck, which is quite unacceptable. There was a beverage service, but no pretzel, or cookie, or nuts were served in coach.

I had a great flight. Everything went smoothly and the flight arrived early.

On time take off…US cabins look tired and need of refresh!

I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

The flight was delayed several times without explanation. The seats were terribly uncomfortable and wifi isn’t included. All these make for a less than ideal flight.

Internet service was erratic. Crew service was poor and slow. My luggage on this non-stop flight was lost and not recovered

Flight was 1/2 hour delayed leaving Phoenix. Otherwise it was an average flight. Flight crew on this trip was very nice.

Horrible - they lied to me about baggage & boarding, even though I specifically spoke to their agents the day before my flight about my issue. When I showed up they did not let me board and stranded me at my airport until I bought a new flight with money I did not have to spend.

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Fresno to Des Moines found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/18Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 04mFAT-DSM
$453
6/18Tue
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
12h 26mFAT-DSM
$529
6/18Tue
3 stops
22h 02mFAT-DSM
$541

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Last minute flights from Fresno to Des Moines

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Fresno to Des Moines that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/13Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 04mFAT-DSM
6/15Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 14mDSM-FAT
$748
6/13Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
6h 55mFAT-DSM
6/15Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
10h 54mDSM-FAT
$753
6/13Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
14h 52mFAT-DSM
6/15Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
13h 39mDSM-FAT
$916

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Fresno - Des Moines Flights

Departure:

Fresno (FAT)United States

Destination:

Des Moines (DSM)United States

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Des Moines - Fresno

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