Cheap Flights to Polk County from $43 (2026/2027)

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Des Moines

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Polk County?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
BNA
Nashville Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$80 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Nashville Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Oct 25, priced at $80 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
PHL
Philadelphia Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$86 Roundtrip, just found
$86
Roundtrip
just found
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 15 from Philadelphia Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Oct 18, priced at $86 just found
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$88 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Feb 4 from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Feb 7, priced at $88 found 6 hours ago
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
LAS
Harry Reid Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$90 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Jan 8 from Harry Reid Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Jan 10, priced at $90 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
FLL
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$100 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Oct 11, priced at $100 found 6 days ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
BOS
Logan Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$105 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$105
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Nov 13 from Logan Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $105 found 1 day ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$108 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $108 found 6 days ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
SNA
John Wayne
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$108 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Jan 22 from John Wayne to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Jan 25, priced at $108 found 9 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSDes MoinesNovember 6 to November 16$105
AZADes MoinesSeptember 16 to September 18$124
DENDes MoinesOctober 12 to October 19$135
LAXDes MoinesSeptember 29 to October 3$157
ORDDes MoinesOctober 14 to October 15$237
DFWDes MoinesSeptember 18 to September 20$275
CLTDes MoinesSeptember 25 to September 27$330
ATLDes MoinesOctober 3 to October 7$347
SEADes MoinesOctober 24 to October 31$360
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSDes MoinesSeptember 4 to September 14$174
LAXDes MoinesSeptember 6 to September 9$339
DENDes MoinesSeptember 4 to September 7$391
SEADes MoinesSeptember 6 to September 13$445
DFWDes MoinesSeptember 5 to September 8$450
ATLDes MoinesSeptember 4 to September 7$511
CLTDes MoinesSeptember 4 to September 7$552
PHXDes MoinesSeptember 4 to September 7$715
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Polk County Flight and Hotel Packages

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Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
2.5-star property

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Sep 11 - Sep 14

3 night stay

Boston (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $633, price is now $563 per person
$563
per person
found 21 hours ago
Wildwood Lodge
3.0-star property

Wildwood Lodge

Sep 11 - Sep 14

3 night stay

Boston (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $673, price is now $590 per person
$590
per person
found 21 hours ago
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0-star property

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

Sep 11 - Sep 14

3 night stay

Boston (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $638, price is now $568 per person
$568
per person
found 21 hours ago
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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Merle Hay Mall are located nearby.
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,285 reviews)
"Love the history of the building Parking is challenging but worth figuring out compared to 40.00 valet"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Fort Des Moines Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,820 reviews)
"Best property to stay at if you’re getting in late and just need a room. Cheap parking. Great staff!"

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2026

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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Merle Hay Mall and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are located nearby.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Polk County?
Your next dream vacation doesn't have to break the bank. Within the last seven days, the cheapest return flight to Polk County cost $80. Find your perfect fare and spend the money you save on exciting experiences. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Polk County departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Polk County?
If you're thinking of booking a break in Polk County, October is the cheapest time to make your way there. This is based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Work out your dates and book your flights today.
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Polk County?
Be flexible with your dates and there's a strong chance you'll find an incredible deal. After you've searched for flights on Travelocity, select the "Flexible dates" box at the top of the page to reveal prices for surrounding days. Also try to book ahead and avoid the busy tourist season. In the last seven days, the best price for a return flight to Polk County was $80. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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What are the most popular flight routes to Polk County?
Whether you have plans for a short break or a marathon vacation, we can help you find your ideal flight to Polk County. Major flight routes to this destination include:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1,438 flights a month.
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 914 flights a month.
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 706 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Polk County on average?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Polk County cost between $80 and $715. When you're ready to go, Travelocity will help you find a fare that'll match your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Polk County?
The length of a direct flight to Polk County of course differs, but here you can see the average airborne times for a selection of popular routes:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 22 minutes
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 42 minutes
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 3 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Polk County?
What you can expect depends mostly on your carrier and where you're starting your journey from. Most airlines typically provide things like entertainment and food on long-haul services. Whether you're chasing first class flights to Polk County or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be looked after from the moment your plane leaves the runway to touchdown.