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Des Moines.ر.ق.‏ 186 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 186, select.

Des Moines.ر.ق.‏ 221 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 221, select.

Des Moines.ر.ق.‏ 222 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 222, select.

Des Moines.ر.ق.‏ 222 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 222, select.

Des Moines.ر.ق.‏ 243 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 243, select.

Des Moines.ر.ق.‏ 308 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 308, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in July.

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St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines: Alternative routes

Compare routes from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

Tampa to Des Moines: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	ر.ق.‏ 186
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airline	Allegiant Air
Average flights per week	5

Finding cheap flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines?

The best price we found for a return flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines is ر.ق.‏ 371. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines?

2 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines.

Which airlines fly direct from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines?

Allegiant Air flies direct from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines.

How many flights are there a week from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines?

As of June 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines.

When is the cheapest time to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines?

The cheapest month to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to Des Moines is usually June 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport on Friday, 11 July 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 58 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Des Moines?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Des Moines?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines with?

Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Flying from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Your PIE to DSM flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Allegiant Air is your ticket to exploring Des Moines (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Allegiant Air.
With 68.75% of its services landing on schedule, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier offering PIE to DSM flights.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is a well-known stop between PIE and DSM.

How to find the cheapest flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is ر.ق.‏ 186. A return plane ticket is currently ر.ق.‏ 371. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from PIE to DSM by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PIE to DSM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
77.01% of flights taking off from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Tampa to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to PIE? If you've booked an early flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

If you're landing on a late St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near DSM:
Explore without limits with a Des Moines International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo and discover more of Des Moines and beyond.
Reserve your ride from Des Moines International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Des Moines. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

July is the most popular month for flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Des Moines in April.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Des Moines International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PIE to DSM in January. Average temperatures are between -13ºC and 2ºC then.

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