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Flight deals from Des Moines to Sarasota

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $292. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sarasota.$174 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Sarasota on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $174, select.
Sarasota.$202 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Sarasota on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.
Sarasota.$287 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Sarasota on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $287, select.
Sarasota.$292 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Sarasota on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
Sarasota.$608 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sarasota on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $608, select.
Sarasota.$701 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sarasota on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $701, select.
Sarasota.$738 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sarasota on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $738, select.
Sarasota.$760 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Sarasota.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sarasota on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Sarasota

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Sarasota flights are currently cheapest in October.
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Des Moines to Sarasota: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Des Moines to Sarasota below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sarasota.

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Des Moines to Sarasota: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$174
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Sarasota: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Sarasota is $174. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Sarasota.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Des Moines to Sarasota.
As of June 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Sarasota.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Sarasota is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport on Thursday, 8 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sarasota but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sarasota is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sarasota.

Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Sarasota Airport (SRQ): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Sarasota is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Des Moines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your DSM to SRQ flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Allegiant Air has direct flights from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Sarasota — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Allegiant Air on this route.

  • With 73.81% of services landing on schedule, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier offering DSM to SRQ flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DSM and SRQ:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

    • Nashville Airport

    • St Louis Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Sarasota Airport (SRQ)

  • Currently, $74 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $174. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from DSM to SRQ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from DSM to SRQ is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)

  • You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Of all flights departing from Des Moines Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To reach Des Moines Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near DSM:

Arriving at Sarasota Airport (SRQ)

  • If you're getting in on a late Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SRQ:

  • Explore without limits with a Sarasota Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience more of Sarasota and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Sarasota Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

When to fly to Sarasota Airport (SRQ)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Sarasota in December.

  • Book your flight from Des Moines Airport to Sarasota Airport for August if you want to go to Sarasota during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to SRQ in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

  • Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sarasota. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of the United States, head for Miami, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Sarasota. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are key reasons to visit.

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