$54 Cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. to Philadelphia Intl. (DSM to PHL)

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The cheapest flights to Philadelphia Intl. found within the past 7 days were $108 round trip and $54 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sat, May 4 - Tue, May 14
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$108 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 4 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Tue, May 14, priced at $108 found 14 hours ago
Sat, May 4 - Tue, May 7
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$134 Roundtrip, just found
$134
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 4 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Tue, May 7, priced at $134 just found
Sat, May 4 - Fri, May 10
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$138 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 4 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Fri, May 10, priced at $138 found 15 hours ago
Mon, Apr 29 - Tue, Apr 30
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$139 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 29 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Apr 30, priced at $139 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 1 - Fri, May 3
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$144 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 1 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Fri, May 3, priced at $144 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 8 - Tue, May 14
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$148 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 8 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Tue, May 14, priced at $148 found 14 hours ago
Mon, Apr 29 - Fri, May 3
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$149 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 29 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Fri, May 3, priced at $149 found 3 days ago
Sat, May 4 - Fri, May 10
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$158 Roundtrip, just found
$158
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 4 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Fri, May 10, priced at $158 just found
Sat, May 18 - Tue, May 28
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 18 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Tue, May 28, priced at $159 found 1 day ago
Sat, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 31
DSM
Des Moines
PHL
Philadelphia
$160 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 24 from Des Moines to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Aug 31, priced at $160 found 19 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Philadelphia Airport right now?
It’s wise to know about any quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in place in your destination city. Ensure you visit the Covid-19 Travel Advisor for up-to-date information on booking a flight to Philadelphia Airport from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM).
Are there direct flights from DSM to PHL?
If you’d rather travel quickly from Des Moines Intl. Airport to PHL, look up American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. No airlines advertise direct flights between the two cities, so you’ll need to make at least one stopover.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
It generally takes around 4 hours and 56 minutes to travel from DSM to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). You’ll be in the air for a while, so keep yourself amused with a podcast or flip through your favorite novel.
What is the flight distance from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Covering 970 mi between Des Moines Intl. Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport calls for a glass of bubbly and a movie-watching session. Adjust your seat, get comfy and enjoy the flight.
What airlines fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport to PHL?
Currently, no airline offers direct flights to Philadelphia Airport from Des Moines Intl. Airport. Traveling there involves one stopover at least. Book your ticket in advance to nab the best connections and price.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?
From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you’re flying with American Airlines, Delta or Frontier Airlines you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

 

Traveling From
Des Moines Intl.
Traveling To
Philadelphia Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$108

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.


Origin:
DSM - Des Moines International Airport
Destination:
PHL - Philadelphia International Airport
Distance:
1,268.00 miles

Airline carriers and aircraft used on flights from DSM to PHL


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Airbus A319
American Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200
American Airlines
De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q
Delta Air Lines
Airbus A330-200
United Airlines
Airbus A319
United Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200
United Airlines
Boeing 737-700 pax
United Airlines
Boeing 737-800 pax

Discover our best flights from Des Moines DSM to Philadelphia PHL. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Des Moines DSM to Philadelphia PHL at the right price  

Airfares to Philadelphia PHL from Des Moines DSM currently cost between $108 and $160. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Des Moines DSM to Philadelphia PHL 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Des Moines DSM to Philadelphia PHL on Travelocity starting at $54. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Philadelphia PHL from Des Moines DSM quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Philadelphia faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to PHL from DSM to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

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Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to PHL from DSM. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Des Moines DSM to Philadelphia PHL today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, May is usually the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines DSM to Philadelphia PHL. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Philadelphia PHL from Des Moines DSM 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to PHL from DSM have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.