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256 € Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Minneapolis

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Flight deals from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 298 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Minneapolis.256 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 256 €, select.
Minneapolis.257 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 257 €, select.
Minneapolis.257 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 257 €, select.
Minneapolis.258 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 258 €, select.
Minneapolis.272 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 272 €, select.
Minneapolis.298 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 298 €, select.
Minneapolis.343 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 343 €, select.
Minneapolis.370 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 370 €, select.
Minneapolis.482 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 482 €, select.

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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 flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Alternative Des Moines to Minneapolis routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Des Moines to Minneapolis? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Minneapolis St Paul

11km from central Minneapolis
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Minneapolis Downtown

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St Cloud

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Des Moines to Minneapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found256 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week163

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

There are 3 airports in Minneapolis: Minneapolis St Paul, Minneapolis Downtown and St Cloud.
The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Minneapolis is 256 €. 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.
WestJet, KLM and Delta fly direct from Des Moines to Minneapolis.
As of March 2026, there are 326 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Minneapolis.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Minneapolis is usually March.
If you're flying from Des Moines Airport, the cheapest airport near Minneapolis is Minneapolis St Paul – which is 11.5 km away from the centre of Minneapolis. We've found flights into this airport from 256 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Minneapolis on Wednesday, 25 March 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 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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around -0°C. July is typically the warmest month in Minneapolis, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Minneapolis.

Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis.

  • Minneapolis's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Des Moines (the location of Des Moines International Airport).

  • With 25 flights a week between the two airports, Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 06:52. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from DSM to MSP is with Delta Air Lines at 17:59.

  • To avoid missing your DSM to Minneapolis flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at DSM and fly straight to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis tickets.

  • Keep an eye out for deals with Delta Air Lines. This airline has direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis.

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Des Moines, DSM can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near DSM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:

  • 80.45% of flights departing from Des Moines International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of DSM.

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

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Minneapolis

  • 112 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis flight. A return plane ticket right now is 256 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from DSM to Minneapolis. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and pick up an incredible deal.

  • Finding a cheap flight from DSM to Minneapolis couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Save money on your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar to explore Minneapolis and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DSM to Minneapolis.

  • The street address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.

Best time to go to Minneapolis

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Minneapolis in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before booking a Des Moines International Airport to Minneapolis plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DSM to Minneapolis in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.

More about Minneapolis

Explore more of United States

  • Milwaukee is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

  • Around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis, Omaha is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.

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