Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Phoenix
Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Phoenix
Looking for cheap flights from Des Moines to Phoenix? PointsYeah scans award availability across major airline and bank transfer programs in one place, so travelers can compare the lowest points and cash routes faster. Instead of searching each airline separately, users can see pricing from programs like Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt side by side.
Award prices from Des Moines to Phoenix vary by season, cabin, and date, but available award flights can start around 7,500 points one way, with premium cabins available at higher mileage levels. The live search above allows filtering by cabin, airline, stops, or maximum points to find the best award flights from Des Moines to Phoenix for specific travel dates.
2026-11-05
DSM - PHX
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 7,500 Pts + $25.6
2026-11-07
DSM - PHX
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 7,500 Pts + $25.6
2026-11-08
DSM - PHX
Economy | Non stop | 3 left
From 7,500 Pts + $25.6
2026-11-09
DSM - PHX
Economy | Non stop | 1 left
From 7,500 Pts + $25.6
2026-11-10
DSM - PHX
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 7,500 Pts + $25.6
2026-11-12
DSM - PHX
Economy | Non stop | 1 left
From 7,500 Pts + $25.6
Des Moines to Phoenix flight facts
Distance
1,148 mi
1,847 km in a straight line
Estimated flight time
about 2h 45m
In the air, for the straight-line distance
Time difference
−1h
Phoenix is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
Airports in Des Moines
DSM · Des Moines Intl
Airports in Phoenix
PHX · Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Nearby airport alternatives
Flights Cedar Rapids - Phoenix · Cedar Rapids is 104 mi from Des Moines
Flights Omaha - Phoenix · Omaha is 117 mi from Des Moines
Flights Kansas City - Phoenix · Kansas City is 164 mi from Des Moines
Flights Rochester - Phoenix · Rochester is 174 mi from Des Moines
Premium cabin flights from Des Moines to Phoenix
Premium cabin
2026-11-14
DSM - PHX
First | Non stop | 2 left
From 15,000 Pts + $25.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-15
DSM - PHX
First | Non stop | 4 left
From 15,000 Pts + $25.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-17
DSM - PHX
First | Non stop | 7 left
From 15,000 Pts + $25.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-09
DSM - PHX
First | 1 Stop
From 21,500 Pts + $5.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-06
DSM - PHX
First | 1 Stop | 7 left
From 35,000 Pts + $25.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-11
DSM - PHX
First | 1 Stop | 3 left
From 35,000 Pts + $25.6
Selected hotels for your next stay
Phoenix, AZ (USA)
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
From Pts or $353
Scottsdale, AZ (USA)
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
From Pts or $734
Phoenix, AZ (USA)
The Westin Phoenix Downtown
From Pts or $170
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest route from Des Moines to Phoenix depends on award space, transfer bonuses, and travel dates. PointsYeah compares bank and airline programs in one place so you can find the best points and cash combinations faster.
Yes. Transferable points from Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt can often be moved to airline partners for flights from Des Moines to Phoenix.
Yes. Searching metro codes when available helps compare nearby airport combinations for flights from Des Moines to Phoenix.
Des Moines and Phoenix are about 1,148 miles (1,847 km) apart in a straight line.
Flying the 1,148-mile straight-line distance takes about 2h 45m in the air, estimated from typical cruising speed. Actual travel time depends on the routing; itineraries with connections take longer.
Phoenix is 1 hour behind Des Moines.
Departures from Des Moines: Des Moines Intl (DSM). Arrivals in Phoenix: Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).
Travelers searching this route also look at other popular routes into Phoenix, plus the return trip when we track it. Fares and award space change daily.
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