Cheap Flights to Polk County from $81 (2026/2027)

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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.

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
DEN
Denver Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$157 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Denver Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $157 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$220 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$220
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 19 from George Bush Intercontinental to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $220 found 6 days ago
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$226 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $226 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$236 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 22 from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Jul 29, priced at $236 found 6 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$239 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Aug 26, priced at $239 found 3 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$244 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $244 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 15
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$246 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 8 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Wed, Jul 15, priced at $246 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$248 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 12 from San Francisco Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Aug 17, priced at $248 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENDes MoinesAugust 5 to August 12$148
DFWDes MoinesJuly 8 to July 15$246
LAXDes MoinesAugust 19 to August 26$250
PHXDes MoinesAugust 24 to August 31$258
ORDDes MoinesAugust 13 to August 18$269
BOSDes MoinesAugust 26 to September 2$333
ATLDes MoinesSeptember 1 to September 8$339
CLTDes MoinesAugust 5 to August 8$357
SEADes MoinesAugust 22 to August 26$360
LGADes MoinesJuly 3 to July 4$384
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENDes MoinesJune 28 to July 3$295
PHXDes MoinesJune 26 to June 29$327
LAXDes MoinesJune 26 to June 29$423
DFWDes MoinesJune 26 to June 29$429
ATLDes MoinesJune 28 to July 8$490
EWRDes MoinesJune 26 to June 29$560
SEADes MoinesJune 27 to June 29$572
MDWDes MoinesJune 26 to June 29$574
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Polk County Flight and Hotel Packages

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Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0-star property

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Aug 2 - Aug 8

6 night stay

Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $665, price is now $563 per person
$563
per person
found 1 hour ago
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
3.0-star property

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

Aug 2 - Aug 8

6 night stay

Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,075, price is now $882 per person
$882
per person
found 1 hour ago
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0-star property

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Aug 2 - Aug 8

6 night stay

Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $950, price is now $788 per person
$788
per person
found 1 hour ago
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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! (1,191 reviews)
"Luxury everything."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 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 WiFi, and free parking. 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! (1,810 reviews)
"Room was clean. Staff was nice."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3 out of 5
5505 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and West Glen Town Center are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,060 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities and staff. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

4 out of 5
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Opens in a new windowFairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
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 $148. 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 $148. 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 $148 and $574. 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.