Title: Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Des Moines (BUF to DSM) - Expedia.co.uk ![Iowa State Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/d6e0e2f2-7876-4d18-865a-ae2f68f4627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/d6e0e2f2-7876-4d18-865a-ae2f68f4627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Des Moines (DSM) - [Return](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:buf,to:dsm,departure:03/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:buf,departure:10/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![Delta](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:buf,to:dsm,departure:03/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:buf,departure:10/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![United](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:buf,to:dsm,departure:03/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:buf,departure:10/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![Southwest Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_WN.svg) Southwest Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:buf,to:dsm,departure:03/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:buf,departure:10/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"WN"}}]) - ![Frontier Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_F9.svg) Frontier Airlines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:buf,to:dsm,departure:03/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:buf,departure:10/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"F9"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) ## Find the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo (BUF) to Des Moines (DSM) ### August is typically the cheapest month to fly From £156 - £389 per traveller. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from BUF to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)? > Round-trip flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Des Moines Intl. Airport start from . This price is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to DSM? > Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033). ### How do I find cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Des Moines Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to DSM? > It's just 1,250 kilometres from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). It's quite possible that you'll spend more time getting to and from the airport than you will actually flying! ### Which airlines fly direct from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport? > You won't find any airlines operating directly between Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) and Des Moines Intl. Airport, so be ready to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a welcome way to break up a trip! ### Are Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to DSM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > It is possible to pick up an awesome last-minute deal from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to DSM, but it can also be hit-or-miss. As many airlines publish prices up to a year in advance, it's worth keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you spot a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals regularly, so you can feel confident knowing you're always seeing the latest offers. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Buffalo Niagara Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Des Moines Intl. | | Distance | 1228 km | ## Book with confidence ### Compare flights from Buffalo to Des Moines easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Buffalo to Des Moines. Operating between them flights per day, airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Des Moines Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. to Des Moines Intl..   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. (BUF) to Des Moines Intl. (DSM) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Buffalo to Des Moines today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. to Des Moines Intl. start at just and range up to .   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Buffalo and Des Moines - booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Buffalo to Des Moines flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. to Des Moines Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. 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