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Cheap flights to Polk County from $43 One Way, $86 Round Trip

$86 return flights and $43 one-way flights to Polk 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.

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
PHL
Philadelphia
DSM
Des Moines
$86 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 1 from Philadelphia to Des Moines, returning Sun, Oct 4, priced at $86 found 4 hours ago
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30
LAS
Las Vegas
DSM
Des Moines
$90 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from Las Vegas to Des Moines, returning Sun, Aug 30, priced at $90 found 3 hours ago
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
DEN
Denver
DSM
Des Moines
$104 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$104
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Denver to Des Moines, returning Sun, Sep 13, priced at $104 found 9 hours ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
BOS
Boston
DSM
Des Moines
$105 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$105
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Nov 6 from Boston to Des Moines, returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $105 found 5 hours ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
AZA
Mesa
DSM
Des Moines
$116 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Mesa to Des Moines, returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $116 found 6 days ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$120 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Nov 20 from New York to Des Moines, returning Mon, Nov 23, priced at $120 found 3 days ago
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENDes MoinesAugust 15 to August 21$424
BOSDes MoinesAugust 16 to August 21$441
CLTDes MoinesAugust 15 to August 18$455
DFWDes MoinesAugust 15 to August 22$463
LAXDes MoinesAugust 14 to August 16$469
EWRDes MoinesAugust 14 to August 17$474
ORDDes MoinesAugust 16 to August 22$534
AZADes MoinesAugust 14 to August 28$554
SEADes MoinesAugust 15 to August 17$639
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Polk County Accommodation Deals

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
The price is $78 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$78 total
per night
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 ...
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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
The price is $146 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$146 total
per night
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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 ...
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $80 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$80 total
per night
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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 ...
5.8/10 (1,008 reviews)
"The staff in check-in didn't have "time" for us and it seemed as we were not welcome. Our room bedding was clean - Yeah - but the water pressure in the shower had to be on full blast and totally hot to get a warm shower. The lid on the toilet was loose, so you were feeling like you were falling or ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $122 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$122 total
per night
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,886 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. Breakfast was grand! The value for the cottage suite was awesome. A must stay and a hidden gem."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 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
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
SUV Jeep Compass

Polk County

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Polk County?
You're spoiled for choice with 12 well-known airlines that fly to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Compare airfares and land yourself a cheap flight to Polk County with any one of these leading carriers:

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

What is the best airport to fly to in Polk County?
There's one major entry point for this area — Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Book your tickets for this popular gateway and discover all that Polk County has to offer.
How much is a flight to Polk County?
If you're searching for flights back and forth, fares ranged from $86 to $639 this past week. The most affordable prices for one-way tickets were $43, coming from Philadelphia (PHL).
How to book the cheapest flight to Polk County?
Picking up cheap flights to Polk County is as simple as booking with Orbitz. But if you'd love to make sure you're nabbing the best flight deals around, here are some suggestions to follow:

  • Consider taking off from or landing at nearby airports to save extra cash. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports in the form fields, then select the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list your options, if any.
  • Also, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to compare the prices on days either side of your chosen departure. It's possible to score cheaper flight deals if you're flexible with your plans.
  • Hit 'Show options' to refine your search results. You can choose your preferred seating class and airline here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even specify whether you'd like to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • The early bird gets the best deals, so purchase your seats once you've settled on your travel dates. The cheapest fares are quick to go and prices increase as the departure date nears.
  • Make greater savings on your getaway by combining your flights, hotels and car rental into a package. Your credit card will thank you for it.
  • Flying during busier seasons can mean costly airfares. Try to plan your trip outside of popular dates, such as school breaks, Thanksgiving and Easter.

How long is a flight to Polk County?
The time you spend in the air will depend on where you're leaving from, whether that's the South, the Northern states or anywhere else. Listed below are some of the most common routes to Polk County and average flight times:

  • 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 Polk County?
On average, the cheapest month to book a seat is January. This is followed by February and August. When looking for a cheap flight to Polk County, make sure you're ready to book. Cheap deals pop up in an instant and don't hang around!
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Polk County?
Land a fantastic flight deal by booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are typically the best days to score cheap fares to Polk County.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Polk County?
Everyone enjoys saving money, so we recommend departing earlier in the week for cheap flights to Polk County. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests you can get the best deals on flights that take off on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next most affordable day, while Saturdays are likely to cost a bundle. Many passengers like to travel at the end of the week, so leave those Saturdays for binge-watching your favorite movies.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Polk County?
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, consider departing sometime in August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally the best month to take off if you're after cheap flights to Polk County. As you might imagine, fares increase in June and flights fill up quickly.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
When you search for flights on Orbitz, choose "Filter by flexible change policies." This filter will show you all the airlines offering free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees. Breathe easy knowing that if your travel dates change, your flight can too.
What do I need for the flight to Polk County?
Flying can be fun with a bit of pre-planning! Make your trip a total breeze with these practical tips:

  • Your travel documents are the most important things you'll need to carry with you on your flight. To avoid any dramas at check-in time, make sure that the name on your ticket is correct and matches your government-issued ID.
  • To keep you occupied on the short trip to Polk County, download some new music or stock up the audiobook library on your smartphone. Food can also be a good distraction while in the air, so pack some snacks.
  • It can get very cool on the plane. If you'd prefer not to shiver your way through the flight, pack an extra layer.

How many direct flights are there to Polk County?
Every month, there are 99 direct flights to Polk County. Take your pick of a nice variety of airlines, including American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Other airlines that operate flights to Polk County nonstop are Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air and Frontier Airlines.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Polk County?
If you think a first or business-class airfare is beyond your reach, you may want to think again. Here are some practical tips to help you pick up a premium flight to Polk County for a whole lot less:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and hold out for early bird or last-minute sales on business or first-class airfares.
  • Search for a budget airline that has business-class seats. They often come with more space and a glass of Champagne — and a more affordable price.
  • Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a flight loyalty program.

What is the best time to go to Polk County?
Polk County is an excellent vacation destination year-round, but the most popular months are May, July and August. If you love warm weather, make your way there in summer. Like most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season starts June 20. Temperatures usually drift between 65 ºF and 80 ºF during the daytime.

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.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.