Direct flights from Des Moines to Boston DSM → BOS
Allegiant Air flies nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Boston (BOS). The flight takes about 2h 54m and covers 1,162 miles (1,870 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $349, with recent bookable fares from $254. Arrivals run on time 74.5% at DSM and 75.4% at BOS — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Fares last checked 30 August 2026.
60-day flexibility overview based on 8 recent fares across the next 60 days
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Flying in September rather than October typically saves $123 on DSM → BOS.
Typical round-trip fare by departure month, across the 2 months we currently track.
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Nonstop departures observed in recent fares
Across 8 recent dates we priced, Des Moines (DSM) to Boston (BOS) showed up to 1 nonstop departure a day, with the earliest around 06:30 and the latest around 07:35, operated by Allegiant Air.
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Departure times seen while pricing this route over the last few weeks — a sample, not the full timetable. Airlines adjust schedules seasonally.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Des Moines to Boston?
Yes, Allegiant Air operates nonstop flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Boston (BOS).
Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines to Boston?
Allegiant Air operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to Boston.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Boston?
The nonstop flight from Des Moines to Boston takes ~2h 54m (approximately 1870 km).
What is the on-time performance for flights from Des Moines to Boston?
Arrivals run on time 74.5% at DSM and 75.4% at BOS — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.
How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Boston?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Boston (BOS) start at $212, with a typical fare around $349. Based on 8 recent fare combinations.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Boston?
Across the 2 departure months we currently track, September 2026 is the cheapest month to fly round trip from Des Moines to Boston, with typical fares around $276 — versus about $399 in October 2026, the most expensive.
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