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Cheap flights from Rochester to Des Moines (ROC - DSM) from $296

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 7, 2024.

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November

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February

Average price

$406

Round-trip from

$323
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From Rochester Greater Rochester Intl to Des Moines
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rochester, New York to Des Moines?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 100%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester, New York to Des Moines?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines from Rochester, New York. Users have commonly found prices around $512 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $262. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rochester, New York to Des Moines (ROC - DSM)?

When flying from Rochester, New York to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Delta flights from Rochester to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Rochester and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 7, 2024.
Consider these cheap Delta flights we've found departing from Rochester to Des Moines. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 9/1712:30 pmROC - DSM
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Sat 9/214:00 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/6$296
Sat 6/86:40 amROC - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Mon 6/106:21 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/6$412
Tue 9/176:10 amROC - DSM
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Sat 9/214:00 pmDSM - ROC
2 stops18h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/6$445
Fri 7/265:54 pmROC - DSM
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Mon 7/292:38 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 5/6$467
Fri 7/2611:55 amROC - DSM
2 stops9h 52mDelta
Mon 7/296:26 amDSM - ROC
2 stops9h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/6$1,243

Cheap United Airlines flights from Rochester to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Rochester and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 7, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Rochester to Des Moines. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 6/86:30 amROC - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/105:14 pmDSM - ROC
2 stops15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$589
Fri 7/265:47 pmROC - DSM
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/296:50 pmDSM - ROC
2 stops13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$622
Sat 6/86:30 amROC - DSM
2 stops15h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/105:14 pmDSM - ROC
2 stops15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$693

Cheap Rochester to Des Moines flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rochester to Des Moines specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Prices were last updated on May 7, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Rochester to Des Moines in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 5/306:09 amROC - DSM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:04 amDSM - ROC
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$299
Sat 6/86:40 amROC - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Mon 6/106:21 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/6$412
Thu 5/3011:56 amROC - DSM
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:04 amDSM - ROC
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$429
Sat 6/86:30 amROC - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/105:14 pmDSM - ROC
2 stops15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$589
Thu 5/306:30 amROC - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/42:54 pmDSM - ROC
3 stops24h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$636
Sat 6/86:30 amROC - DSM
2 stops15h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/105:14 pmDSM - ROC
2 stops15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$693

Rochester to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rochester and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 7, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Rochester to Des Moines in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 9/1712:30 pmROC - DSM
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Sat 9/214:00 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/6$296
Thu 5/306:09 amROC - DSM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:04 amDSM - ROC
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$299
Thu 11/2112:00 pmROC - DSM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Mon 11/255:25 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/6$346
Thu 11/216:00 amROC - DSM
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Fri 11/225:30 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/6$396
Sat 6/86:40 amROC - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Mon 6/106:21 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/6$412
Thu 5/3011:56 amROC - DSM
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:04 amDSM - ROC
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$429
Tue 9/176:10 amROC - DSM
2 stops15h 35mDelta
Sat 9/214:00 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/5$445
Thu 11/216:00 amROC - DSM
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Thu 11/2811:04 amDSM - ROC
2 stops11h 21mDelta
Deal found 5/6$465
Fri 7/265:54 pmROC - DSM
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Mon 7/292:38 pmDSM - ROC
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 5/6$467

Find flights from Rochester to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 7, 2024.

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$296 - $1,243

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Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop6h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 9/21

1 stop6h 57m

$296

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 6/8

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 6/10

1 stop5h 15m

$412

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 9/21

2 stops18h 36m

$445

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/26

1 stop3h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 7/29

1 stop7h 37m

$467

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 6/8

1 stop4h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 6/10

2 stops15h 30m

$589

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/26

1 stop5h 02m

Des Moines

Mon 7/29

2 stops13h 55m

$622

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Sat 6/8

2 stops15h 11m

Des Moines

Mon 6/10

2 stops15h 30m

$693

Rochester Greater Rochester IntlDes Moines

ROC - DSM

ROCDSM

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 7/26

2 stops9h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 7/29

2 stops9h 48m

$1,243

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Rochester, New York to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rochester to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rochester, New York to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Des Moines by month

Plan your trip from Rochester to Des Moines by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Rochester to Des Moines is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $596. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, New York to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Rochester, New York to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $450). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$323

February

$364

March

$396

April

$387

May

$376

June

$450

July

$421

August

$384

September

$344

October

$370

November

$384

December

$365

Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated May 7, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Rochester to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,073 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,810 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Rochester, New York to Des Moines for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rochester, New York to Des Moines for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $296, but on average you can expect to pay $595.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester, New York to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rochester, New York to Des Moines round-trip from $296. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rochester, New York to Des Moines?

    When booking a flight from Rochester, New York to Des Moines, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does ROC to DSM mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Rochester Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ROC to DSM flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rochester to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rochester to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rochester to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rochester to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rochester to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rochester to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rochester to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rochester to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rochester, New York to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Rochester, New York to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/7.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Rochester to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rochester to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 7, 2024.
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DeltaCheapest$306Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$309Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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