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Cheap flights to Madison County from $73 One Way, $152 Round Trip

$152 return flights and $73 one-way flights to Madison County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10
DEN
Denver
DSM
Des Moines
$152 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Denver to Des Moines, returning Mon, Aug 10, priced at $152 found 3 hours ago
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$225 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 5 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 14, priced at $225 found 2 days ago
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DSM
Des Moines
$232 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 21 from Los Angeles to Des Moines, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $232 found 16 hours ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
DCA
Washington
DSM
Des Moines
$234 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Washington to Des Moines, returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $234 found 15 hours ago
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
PHL
Philadelphia
DSM
Des Moines
$237 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 29 from Philadelphia to Des Moines, returning Sat, Oct 3, priced at $237 found 21 hours ago
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12
DFW
Dallas
DSM
Des Moines
$246 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 5 from Dallas to Des Moines, returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $246 found 4 days ago
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSDes MoinesJuly 3 to July 4$380
EWRDes MoinesJuly 3 to July 11$428
CLTDes MoinesJuly 4 to July 5$490
SEADes MoinesJuly 5 to July 12$572
ORDDes MoinesJuly 3 to July 4$626
PHXDes MoinesJuly 5 to July 11$629
DENDes MoinesJuly 5 to July 5$724
LAXDes MoinesJuly 5 to July 8$1,734
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Madison County Accommodation Deals

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$114 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The breakfast was great! I wish they had some fresh fruit at the buffet though. Our lock on our door did not work. My husband had to do something with it every time we left."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$74 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$83 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$130 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$146 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,203 reviews)
"In our room, the smoke detector flashed brightly all night long which was of course only noticeable with the lights out. The handle on the shower door was wobbly and should have been noticed by cleaning staff. The room design was odd. There was a Keurig-style coffee maker in the room which was snugged ..."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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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
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$85 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.8/10 (894 reviews)
"I thought the property was disgusting. Stained carpet. Left over food by the pool left out all night. While eating in the restaurant a mouse ran by us into the kitchen. The floor in the shower in my room was so slick I had to put a towel down so i didnt fall. We were told by the manager of the restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

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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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark
  • 4 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Chevrolet Spark

$34

$100 total
found 17 hours ago
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
DES MOINES, USA
Ford Focus

$34

$100 total
found 17 hours ago
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Kia K4
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Kia K4

$35

$102 total
found 17 hours ago
Midsize Kia K4

Fullsize

Nissan Altima
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Nissan Altima

$36

$104 total
found 17 hours ago
Fullsize Nissan Altima
Lowest prices found within the past 17 hours. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Madison County

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Madison County?
With 12 airlines flying to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM), you'll be exploring every inch of Madison County in no time at all. Finding a flight that suits your travel itinerary is easy. Take a peek at the fares from these top carriers and enjoy a smooth landing at Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM):

  • United Airlines - 166 flights to Madison County per month
  • Delta - 140 flights to Madison County per month
  • American Airlines - 102 flights to Madison County per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Madison County?
Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) is the main entry point for this terrific destination. Once you've stepped out of the terminal, the possibilities are endless when it comes to exploring Madison County.
How much is a flight to Madison County?
Loads of excellent deals were there for the taking this week, with return flights to Madison County fluctuating between $152 and $1,734. But it was passengers departing from Denver (DEN) who bagged the top bargains. One-way flights to Madison County started from a low $73.
How to book the cheapest flight to Madison County?
With some of the most affordable flight deals around, you'll always get more for your money with Orbitz. The following suggestions will help you land cheap flights to Madison County — and leave you with more money to play with:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at alternative airports to increase your savings. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then select the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list your options, if any.
  • Similarly, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link to see the airfares on days around your selected departure. It's possible to find cheaper flight deals if your travel dates are flexible.
  • To refine your results, hit 'Show options.' You can search based on seating class, airlines, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also select your preferred departure and arrival times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Once you've worked out your travel dates, don't delay booking. Fares generally increase as the departure date nears.
  • Think about combining your hotels, flights and car rentals with Orbitz to save cash.
  • Flying during the busy season means costly airfares. Try to vacation outside of popular periods, such as school breaks, Thanksgiving and Easter.

How long is a flight to Madison County?
You might have time to read one or two chapters of your novel, or you might plow through the whole thing! How long a flight is depends on where you're departing from, but these popular routes to Madison County will give you some insight:

  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 25 minutes
  • Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 2 hours and 9 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Madison County?
On average, the cheapest month to book a plane ticket is January. This is followed by February and August. When searching for a cheap flight to Madison County, be ready to book. Cheap deals pop up suddenly and don't hang around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Madison County?
Get a great flight deal by making a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are typically the best days to score cheap tickets to Madison County.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Madison County?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to kick off your trip on a Monday to score cheap flights to Madison County. Next cheapest day? Tuesday. Saturday costs the most. So, leave early in the week if you'd love to book a wallet-friendly fare without paying premium prices.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Madison County?
To land cheap flights to Madison County, pack your bags and travel in August. Orbitz data shows that generally, this is the best month to save a bundle on your ticket. If you're thinking of jetting to Madison County during June, be aware that this is the most expensive time to take a trip.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
If you think your travel plans could change, Orbitz will help you lock in a flexible fare. All you need to do is click on "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your flights. We'll show you carriers that offer free cancellation and no change fees — in addition to our awesome low prices.
What do I need for the flight to Madison County?
There's nothing like jetting someplace new, but it's smart to be prepared. This list of handy tips will help get your trip off to an excellent start:

  • Your travel documents are the most important things you'll need to take with you on your flight to Madison County. To avoid any issues at the time of check-in, make sure that the personal information on your ticket is correct and matches your government-issued ID.
  • Take some activities to pass the time on your trip to Madison County. Magazines, books and electronic devices like tablets and laptops should do the trick. Make sure you take a bottle of water with you too. Even on a short flight, it's important to keep hydrated.
  • Whatever the weather outside, plane cabins can get a bit chilly. Take a light jacket on board to keep yourself comfy.

How many direct flights are there to Madison County?
Currently, there are 99 direct flights each month to Madison County. When it comes to airlines that will fly you there, you're spoiled for choice. American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines are some of the most well-known. Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines are other dependable carriers that offer nonstop services.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Madison County?
Experienced travelers have honed the art of finding business or first-class flights to Madison County that don't cost a packet. Be like them with these helpful tips:

  • Being flexible isn't just for your yoga class. Avoid locking in your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when they pop up.
  • Budget airlines offer business-class seats at a fraction of the usual cost. Ditch the full-service carriers and look up these cheaper options.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions (if available) or upgrade with your frequent flyer points.

What is the best time to go to Madison County?
If you want to immerse yourself in the culture of Madison County in the peak season, February, April and June are the best months to visit. June 20 signals the onset of summertime in the Northern Hemisphere and is a fantastic time to go if you love being outside. Around this time of year, average daily temperatures normally range from 65 ºF to 80 ºF.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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