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.

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
BNA
Nashville Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$80 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Nashville Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $80 found 19 hours ago
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
PHL
Philadelphia Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$86 Roundtrip, just found
$86
Roundtrip
just found
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Sep 24 from Philadelphia Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Sep 27, priced at $86 just found
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30
LAS
Harry Reid Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$90 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from Harry Reid Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Aug 30, priced at $90 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$93 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $93 found 8 hours ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
BOS
Logan Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$98 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Nov 6 from Logan Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $98 found 3 days ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
DEN
Denver Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$99 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Denver Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $99 found 3 hours ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
FLL
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$100 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 21 hours 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 21 hours ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
SNA
John Wayne
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$108 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 5 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 5 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENDes MoinesOctober 30 to November 2$99
BOSDes MoinesNovember 6 to November 9$105
AZADes MoinesOctober 31 to November 9$109
EWRDes MoinesNovember 20 to November 23$120
LAXDes MoinesOctober 2 to October 5$158
ORDDes MoinesSeptember 7 to September 11$249
DFWDes MoinesAugust 24 to August 28$252
ATLDes MoinesSeptember 1 to September 8$288
CLTDes MoinesSeptember 10 to September 13$318
SEADes MoinesSeptember 25 to September 28$340
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LAXDes MoinesAugust 14 to August 21$280
EWRDes MoinesAugust 14 to August 17$404
BOSDes MoinesAugust 16 to August 24$430
DFWDes MoinesAugust 16 to August 21$454
DENDes MoinesAugust 14 to August 17$494
CLTDes MoinesAugust 14 to August 17$532
AZADes MoinesAugust 14 to August 21$568
ATLDes MoinesAugust 16 to August 21$626
SEADes MoinesAugust 15 to August 29$640
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Polk County Flight and Hotel Packages

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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5-star property

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Sep 2 - Sep 4

2 night stay

Raleigh (RDU) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Des Moines (DSM) to Raleigh (RDU)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $476, price is now $447 per person
$447
per person
found 18 hours ago
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
3.0-star property

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

Sep 2 - Sep 4

2 night stay

Raleigh (RDU) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Des Moines (DSM) to Raleigh (RDU)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $495, price is now $458 per person
$458
per person
found 18 hours ago
Qube Hotel
2.5-star property

Qube Hotel

Sep 2 - Sep 4

2 night stay

Raleigh (RDU) to Des Moines (DSM)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Des Moines (DSM) to Raleigh (RDU)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $497, price is now $460 per person
$460
per person
found 18 hours ago
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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 Principal Park and Casey's Center are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,857 reviews)
"The location was good. The property and room was pretty rundown. Breakfast wasn’t the greatest."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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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 Principal Park and Casey's Center are located nearby.
Opens in a new windowHotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Merle Hay Mall are located nearby.
5.8/10 (1,006 reviews)
"Overall, our stay was okay. The room was clean, the AC worked really well, and the front desk staff were friendly and helpful. The location was convenient, with easy freeway access, plenty of parking, and restaurants nearby. The kids had a lot of fun at the pool/waterpark, although the pool area ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,885 reviews)
"Fire alarm went off in the middle of the night, front desk was rude. Alarm clock was set from previous guests so then that went off. Carpet in elevator was disgusting!!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Opens in a new windowStoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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 $640. 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.