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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alaska from $263

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/26. 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.
DSM — ANC
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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Sun 6/16
Sun 6/23
1 adult, Economy
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska?

To save up to 103% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 56 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Des Moines to Alaska from $643 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $846 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to Alaska from Des Moines average $726. You can even find prices in April for less than $726, as users have found deals to Alaska from as low as $426. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Alaska from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 35%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to AK?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Alaska as you normally would.

Cheap Des Moines to Alaska flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Alaska specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 11, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Alaska in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops11h 18mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$574
Thu 7/115:48 amDSM - ANC
1 stop25h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/179:33 pmANC - DSM
1 stop17h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$576
Thu 7/115:48 amDSM - ANC
1 stop25h 42mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/162:30 amANC - DSM
2 stops13h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$582
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$599
Wed 6/269:54 amDSM - ANC
1 stop13h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/116:05 amANC - DSM
1 stop14h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$602
Thu 7/115:00 amDSM - ANC
1 stop21h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/179:46 pmANC - DSM
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$608
Thu 7/1111:21 amDSM - ANC
1 stop11h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/169:05 pmANC - DSM
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$614
Thu 7/118:00 amDSM - ANC
2 stops14h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/179:05 pmANC - DSM
1 stop10h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$619
Thu 7/118:00 amDSM - ANC
2 stops17h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/1611:40 pmANC - DSM
2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$626

Des Moines to Alaska 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Alaska in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Alaska in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 8/95:00 amDSM - ANC
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/199:52 pmANC - DSM
1 stop21h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$561
Fri 8/96:00 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop9h 43mDelta
Mon 8/1911:25 pmANC - DSM
2 stops14h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/10$567
Fri 8/96:00 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops10h 44mDelta
Mon 8/1911:25 pmANC - DSM
2 stops14h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/10$572
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops11h 18mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$574
Tue 8/136:00 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop9h 43mDelta
Tue 8/205:12 pmANC - DSM
2 stops14h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/10$574
Thu 7/115:48 amDSM - ANC
1 stop25h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/179:33 pmANC - DSM
1 stop17h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$576
Thu 7/115:48 amDSM - ANC
1 stop25h 42mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/162:30 amANC - DSM
2 stops13h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$582
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$599
Tue 8/135:00 amDSM - ANC
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/188:19 pmANC - DSM
1 stop15h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$602

One-way flights to Alaska from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Alaska. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Des Moines to Alaska. Those needing a return flight from Des Moines to Alaska can use the search form above.
Mon 8/264:40 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops11h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/10$263
Sat 8/2411:11 amDSM - ANC
2 stops15h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/10$307
Sat 8/241:45 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$322
Mon 9/166:00 amDSM - ANC
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$332
Mon 8/265:11 pmDSM - ANC
1 stop25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$343
Wed 7/39:15 amDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$363
Sat 8/248:00 amDSM - ANC
3 stops41h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$392
Wed 7/39:34 amDSM - ANC
2 stops13h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$402

Find flights from Des Moines to Alaska within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Alaska that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

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Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 8/17

2 stops12h 32m

Anchorage

Fri 8/23

2 stops13h 38m

$526

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 8/16

1 stop15h 36m

Anchorage

Fri 8/23

2 stops13h 38m

$556

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 8/9

1 stop20h 45m

Anchorage

Mon 8/19

1 stop21h 27m

$561

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

1 stop25h 42m

Anchorage

Wed 7/17

1 stop17h 08m

$576

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

1 stop25h 42m

Anchorage

Tue 7/16

2 stops13h 19m

$582

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 8/13

1 stop20h 45m

Anchorage

Sun 8/18

1 stop15h 54m

$602

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

1 stop11h 36m

Anchorage

Tue 7/16

1 stop10h 09m

$614

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

2 stops14h 28m

Anchorage

Wed 7/17

1 stop11h 20m

$619

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

3 stops25h 25m

Anchorage

Thu 7/18

2 stops28h 07m

$740

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Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Alaska. Reviews last updated June 11, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Alaska to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,629 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,129 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Alaska?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Alaska from Des Moines.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Alaska for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Alaska for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $526, but on average you can expect to pay $595.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Alaska one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $263. Users have also found prices from $322 and $402 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What does DSM to ANC mean?

    Great question - DSM to ANC just means Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Fairbanks Airport (FAI), Juneau Intl Airport (JNU), Ketchikan Airport (KTN), Sitka Airport (SIT), Kodiak Airport (ADQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Alaska that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Alaska flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Alaska with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Alaska flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Alaska that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Alaska flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Alaska?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Alaska.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Alaska?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Alaska by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Alaska that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Alaska offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Alaska?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Alaska flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Alaska flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Alaska flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/11.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Alaska?

    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to Alaska.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alaska (average of $445). Flying from Des Moines to Alaska in June is currently the most expensive (average of $706). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Alaska

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Alaska. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$405Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$429Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$445Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$521Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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