Title: Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Williston (XWA) - Expedia.ca ![Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1636/216762a5-d8a6-4666-828a-1f78827c1e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1636/216762a5-d8a6-4666-828a-1f78827c1e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Williston (XWA) - [Roundtrip](?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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Williston, ND (XWA-Basin Intl.) - ![Delta](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:dsm,to:xwa,departure:26/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:xwa,to:dsm,departure:03/12/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![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 30% 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.ca/login) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to XWA? > If you're planning on travelling from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Basin Intl. Airport (XWA), round-trip journeys start from . This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't hang about. Book now and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DSM to Williston Basin Intl. Airport? > Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter). ### How do I find cheap flights from DSM to XWA that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the cost difference between flights. When looking for DSM to Basin Intl. Airport (XWA) flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to select. ### How many hours is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to XWA? > Lasting around 3 hours and 49 minutes, the flight between Des Moines Intl. Airport and Basin Intl. Airport (XWA) is a good opportunity to do some last-minute planning. Why not use some of this time to go over your itinerary for Williston? ### How far is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to Williston Basin Intl. Airport? > Forget about a movie marathon on this flight — it's just 1,100 kilometres from Des Moines to Williston. Find your seat, enjoy the in-flight service and you'll be touching down before long. ### Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Intl. Airport to XWA? > You won't find any airlines operating directly between Des Moines Intl. Airport and Williston Basin Intl. Airport, so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover can be a good way to break up a trip! ### Are Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to XWA flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight prices always go up and down, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute deals between Des Moines Intl. Airport and Williston Basin Intl. Airport are possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines release their prices up to a year ahead of the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to book when the fares dip. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Des Moines Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Basin Intl. | | Distance | 1084 km | ## Book with confidence ### Des Moines to Williston Flights **The easy way to book your flights from Des Moines to Williston**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Williston from Des Moines whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Basin Intl., too.   Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Des Moines to Williston today, tomorrow, or this week.   **Save dollars with cheap flights from Des Moines Intl., DSM to Basin Intl., XWA**  Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Des Moines to Williston—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Williston from Des Moines currently is just rising to .   Here are more money-saving tips:  - Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest  - Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Williston   - Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more - Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times  - One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free!  **Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Williston from Des Moines**  Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Williston with Expedia today. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rental - [5 Star Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Williston-Hotels.s50-0-d1636.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near CHI St. Alexius Health - Williston Medical Center](https://www.expedia.ca/CHI-St-Alexius-Health-Williston-Medical-Center-Hotels.0-l553248634341018165-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Epping Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Epping-Hotels.d6360613.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near Fort Union Trading Post](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Union-Trading-Post-Hotels.0-l553248621533115664-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Vacation Homes in Springbrook](https://www.expedia.ca/Springbrook-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248634983382294-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Aparthotels in Trenton](https://www.expedia.ca/Trenton-Apart-Hotels.d6341419-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Guest Houses in Trenton](https://www.expedia.ca/Trenton-Guest-Houses.d6341419-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Cheap Hotels in Trenton](https://www.expedia.ca/Trenton-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d6341419-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Trenton](https://www.expedia.ca/Trenton-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6341419-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Trenton Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Trenton-Hotels.d6341419.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Lodges in Trenton](https://www.expedia.ca/Trenton-Lodges.d6341419-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Apartments in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Apartments.d1636-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [B&B in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Bed-And-Breakfast.d1636-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Chalets in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Chalets.d1636-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Condo Rentals in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Condos.d1636-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Cruise Ships in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Cruise-Ships.d1636-aaCruiseShips.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Guest Houses in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Guest-Houses.d1636-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Adults Only Resorts & in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d1636-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [All Inclusive Resorts and in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Boutique Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tBoutiqueHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Business Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Business-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tBusinessHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Casino Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Casino-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tCasinoHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d1636-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Family Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Family-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tFamilyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hilton Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hilton-Hotels.0-0-d1636--bHiltonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Honeymoon Resorts and in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Honeymoon-Hotels.0-0-d1636-tHoneymoonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with a Pool in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotel-With-Pool.0-0-d1636-tHotelwithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Balconies in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Balconies.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithBalconies.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Bar in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Bar.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithBar.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Free Breakfast in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Breakfast.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithFreeBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Free Parking in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Parking.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithFreeParking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d1636-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Indoor-Pool.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithIndoorPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Kitchenettes in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Kitchenettes.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithKitchenettes.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with smoking rooms in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Smoking-Rooms.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithsmokingrooms.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Waterslides in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Hotels-With-Waterslides.0-0-d1636-tHotelswithWaterslides.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Independent Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Independent.0-0-d1636--bIndependent.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Lake Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d1636-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Motel 6 Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Motel-6.0-0-d1636--bMotel6.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Mountain Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Mountain-Hotels.0-0-d1636-tMountainHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Pet-Friendly Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Romantic Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Romantic-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tRomanticHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Shopping Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Shopping-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tShoppingHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Spa Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Spa-Hotel.0-0-d1636-tSpaHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Waterpark Hotels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels-Waterpark-Hotels.0-0-d1636-tWaterparkHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Williston Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Hotels.d1636.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Inns in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Inns.d1636-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Lodges in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Lodges.d1636-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Motels in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Motels.d1636-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Resorts in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Resort-Hotels.d1636-aaResortHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Hotels near Williston Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Station-Hotels.d6195257.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Zahl Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Zahl-Hotels.d769697236526780416.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Williston.d1636.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights from Grand Forks to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/1312/1636/grand-forks-to-williston) - [Flights from Havre to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/1542/1636/havre-to-williston) - [Flights from Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/1636/flights-from-williston) - [Flights from Calgary to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178245/1636/calgary-to-williston) - [Flights from Sydney to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178312/1636/sydney-to-williston) - [Flights from Toronto to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178314/1636/toronto-to-williston) - [Flights from Vancouver to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178315/1636/vancouver-to-williston) - [Flights from Vienna to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178316/1636/vienna-to-williston) - [Flights from New Haven to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/180036/1636/new-haven-to-williston) - [Flights from Minot to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/2392/1636/minot-to-williston) - [Flights from Aberdeen to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/272/1636/aberdeen-to-williston) - [Flights from Wichita Falls to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/3254/1636/wichita-falls-to-williston) - [Flights from Kelowna to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/3997/1636/kelowna-to-williston) - [Flights from Regina to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/4053/1636/regina-to-williston) - [Flights from Saskatoon to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/4117/1636/saskatoon-to-williston) - [Flights from Medicine Hat to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/4118/1636/medicine-hat-to-williston) - [Flights from Fort St. John to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/57378/1636/fort-st-john-to-williston) - [Flights from Billings to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/583/1636/billings-to-williston) - [Flights from Daytona Beach to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6023995/1636/daytona-beach-to-williston) - [Flights from Tunis to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6025910/1636/tunis-to-williston) - [Flights from Tampa to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/602996/1636/tampa-to-williston) - [Flights from St Cloud to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6059991/1636/st-cloud-to-williston) - [Flights from Yuma to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6131093/1636/yuma-to-williston) - [Flights from Grande Prairie to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6139550/1636/grande-prairie-to-williston) - [Flights from Winnipeg to Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6141041/1636/winnipeg-to-williston) - [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Dickinson (DIK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/dik/regina-to-dickinson) - [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Dickinson (DIK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/dik/winnipeg-to-dickinson) - [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Dickinson (DIK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/dik/calgary-to-dickinson) - [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Dickinson (DIK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/dik/toronto-to-dickinson) - [Fort Buford State Historic Site](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Buford-State-Historic-Site-Williston.d553248621555566090.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fort Union Trading Post](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Union-Trading-Post-Williston.d553248621533115664.Vacation-Attraction) - [Raymond Family Community Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Raymond-Family-Community-Center-Williston.d6184789.Vacation-Attraction) - [Williston Basin Speedway](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Basin-Speedway-Williston.d553248634341018160.Vacation-Attraction) - [Williston Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston.d1636.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Visit Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston.dx1636) - [Ace New Zealand Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/ACE-New-Zealand-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c1106.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Alamo Rent A Car Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Alamo-Rent-A-Car-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c6.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Avis Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Avis-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c41.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Car rental Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Drive on Holidays Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Drive-On-Holidays-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c1050.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Enterprise Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Hertz Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Hertz-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c40.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [National Car Rental Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/National-Car-Rental-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c42.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Sixt Ni Rental Cars in Williston](https://www.expedia.ca/Sixt-Ni-Car-Rentals-In-Williston.d1636-c1126.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Williston Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Williston-Vacation-Rentals.d1636.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) \*Available to Expedia members.