Search Flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Quick Flight Summary from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $73
  • Direct flight duration 9 hour 30 min
  • Arrival airports DSM
  • Best days to book Sunday, Friday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $223

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Des Moines

Cheapest Direct Flight

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air
1 Nov, Sun
Philadelphia – Des Moines
2h 47m
Non-stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
31 Oct, Sat
Philadelphia – Des Moines
7h 26m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
30 Oct, Fri
Philadelphia – Des Moines
5h 6m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
16 Oct, Fri
Philadelphia – Des Moines
7h 46m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
26 Oct, Mon
Philadelphia – Des Moines
7h 47m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
24 Oct, Sat
Philadelphia – Des Moines
5h 23m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
17 Oct, Sat
Philadelphia – Des Moines
5h 26m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
19 Oct, Mon
Philadelphia – Des Moines
4h 32m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
3 Oct, Sat
Philadelphia – Des Moines
5h 2m
1 stop
PHL–DSM

Last update: 01 October 2026 16:28

Estimated Prices for Philadelphia to Des Moines Flights

Cheapest Day17 October Saturday
Best Price
$328
Average Price
$337
$346
$328
01Thu
Oct
02Fri
03Sat
04Sun
05Mon
06Tue
07Wed
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09Fri
10Sat
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16Fri
$328
17Sat
18Sun
19Mon
20Tue
21Wed
22Thu
23Fri
24Sat
25Sun
26Mon
27Tue
28Wed
29Thu
$346
30Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Philadelphia City Center

Philadelphia Intl. Airport

Passengers in Philadelphia can travel to Philadelphia International Airport using many different means of transportation. Passengers who prefer trains and taxis in general, can sometimes use alternative means of transportation such as rental bicycles and cars.

Taxi

Taxis waiting for passengers in almost every street of the city can take their passengers to the Philadelphia International Airport in almost 15 minutes.

Train

Trains between Jefferson Railway Station in the city center and Philadelphia International Airport run from 04:16 to 23:16, on thirty minutes intervals. Passengers who want to use trains, with stops at all terminals in the airport, need to buy tickets.

Bicycle

Those who do not have large suitcases and want a private trip avoiding traffic can arrive at the Philadelphia International Airport, about 17 kilometers from the city center, in about an hour by renting bicycles. You can make a safe and pleasant journey thanks the private route, which is reserved for cyclists, between the airport and the city center. You can leave the bicycle you rented from Indego Company, which has many stations in the city, to the bicycle slots in the parking areas of the airport.

Car Rental

Those who want to use a private car in Philadelphia, which is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States, can rent cars from Avis, Budget, Enterprise and Alamo. After arriving at the airport, you can deliver the rental car to the officials of the same companies in the airport parking area and complete your transactions.

Airport Information

Philadelphia International Airport has a single terminal building that covers a very large area. There is wireless internet facility in every corner of the terminal building. There is a 24/7 shop for lost goods, a large number of cash dispensers, and a charging station for electronic devices such as mobiles and tablets. Baby rooms are specially designed for passengers with children and can be used free of charge for the first 30 minutes. Animal care rooms are also offered to passengers as a special service. At the airport there is also an exhibition hall where cultural events are occasionally held.

The airport hosts a large number of shops where you can shop. The most prominent of these stores are as follows: Afaze, Aldo Lamberti Trattoria, B-iconic, Barb’s Harley Davidson, Brooks Brothers, CNBC News, Gap, Finish Line, Hudson News, InMotion Entertainment, Magic Shoe Shine, Johnston & Murphy, Minute Suites, Pandora, Roster, Swarovski, Tech Stop.

There also many places where you can order food and drink at the airport. These places are Dunkin Donuts, Guava & Java, Chopotle, Chibotle, Cibo Bistro & Wine Bar, Geno's Steaks, Far East, Famous Famiglia, Dunkin Donuts, Asian Chao, Au Bon Pain, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Bruegger's Bagels, Burrito Elito, Jack Duggan's Pub & Restaurant, McDonald's, Local Tavern, Legal Sea Foods, Le Bus Cafe, PinkBerry, Red Mango, Sbarro, Starbucks, Smashburger and Tagliere.

Des Moines Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Wednesday
30 Sep
Clear
22°20°
Today
Thursday
1 Oct
Clear
21°12°
Friday
2 Oct
Cloudy
18°7°
Saturday
3 Oct
Cloudy
20°8°
Sunday
4 Oct
Cloudy
20°12°

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Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Philadelphia-Des Moines flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Philadelphia-Des Moines flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Philadelphia-Des Moines flights, you can use Philadelphia Intl. Airport, Philadelphia Railway Station, Trenton Mercer Airport as departure airport, and Des Moines Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Philadelphia-Des Moines is 1560 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Philadelphia-Des Moines flights is Monday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Allegiant Air starts from approximately $72.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
American Airlines
$328
1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment
Allegiant Air
$72
1 piece of handbag (45x35x20 cm cm)

Last update: 29.09.2026

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