112 € Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

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Flight deals from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 162 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway: Alternative routes

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

Des Moines to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found112 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway is 112 €. 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 2 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
As of April 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport on Friday, 26 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 2 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 Phoenix-Mesa Gateway 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.

  • Phoenix is two hours behind Des Moines and observes the UTC-7 timezone.

  • You can choose from three weekly Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Allegiant Air is the earliest you can take. Allegiant Air operates the last service of the day at 20:42.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your DSM to AZA flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Allegiant Air offers direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Phoenix — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • Allegiant Air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • With 66.67% of its services landing as planned, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier operating DSM to AZA flights.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DSM and AZA include:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Portland International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

  • 47 € is the lowest price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport flight. Return flights start at 112 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To get cheap tickets from DSM to AZA, book your trip eight months before your departure date.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from DSM to AZA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

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

  • Des Moines International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.45% of flights that depart DSM arrive at their destination without delay.

  • To reach Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near DSM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

Getting from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to central Phoenix

  • AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..

  • Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

  • December is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Phoenix in April.

  • Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport for July if you'd like to go to Phoenix during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DSM to AZA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Phoenix, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 483 kilometres west to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Las Vegas is another standout destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without dropping by Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.

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