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$60+ Cheap flights from California to Des Moines (DSM)

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LAX — DSM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Des Moines
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/136:25 amLAS - DSM
1 stop7h 42mFrontier
Mon 12/165:07 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop5h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/59:35 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 12/87:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/20$154
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:03 pmLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/165:07 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop5h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$181
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:03 pmLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 57mAllegiant Air
Sun 12/153:46 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 23mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/20$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:45 amONT - DSM
1 stop6h 22mFrontier
Mon 12/165:07 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop20h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/96:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Mon 12/165:07 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/92:50 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/136:30 amLAS - DSM
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/156:15 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:50 amLAS - DSM
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Sat 12/147:00 amDSM - LAS
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/20$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/126:00 amSMF - DSM
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/156:15 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:00 amLAX - DSM
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/136:15 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1312:38 amSFO - DSM
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Wed 12/187:00 amDSM - SFO
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/21$356

Find flights from California to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/31

4:59 pm-10:02 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

3:35 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$100

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/16

9:15 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 1/26

6:30 am-8:25 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$112

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/31

4:59 pm-10:02 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

10:57 am-9:50 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$149

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/16

6:45 am-10:56 pm

1 stop14h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 1/26

6:30 am-8:25 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$182

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

Mon 12/9

7:45 am-4:07 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 12/16

5:07 pm-11:32 am

1 stop20h 25m

$208

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Mon 12/9

6:30 am-4:07 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 12/16

5:07 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 25m

$209

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

5:30 am-10:00 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

2:50 pm-12:47 am

1 stop11h 57m

$233

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Sun 1/26

7:26 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops20h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

3:35 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$282

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/30

6:25 am-4:34 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

6:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$308

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/12

6:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 12/15

6:15 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$334

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Best time to book a flight from California to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from California to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Des Moines?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from California to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from California to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 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 November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Frontier and Southwest from California to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from California?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Des Moines flight route?

    Flights from California to Des Moines have been viewed 3 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Des Moines one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $74 and Delta from $149 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Des Moines?

    The most popular route from California to Des Moines is Ontario - Des Moines. You may also consider Los Angeles - Des Moines or San Francisco - Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Des Moines?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from California to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from California to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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