Des Moines

$67+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Des Moines (DSM)

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LAX — DSM
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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The best prices from Riverside to Des Moines are usually found in July or June, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riverside (R1V) 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 4, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

July

Round-trip from

$118
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$67
(Kiwi.com)
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop
From Riverside to Des Moines
One-way flight from Riverside to Des Moines

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/54:20 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop21h 47mFrontier
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop26h 33mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$118
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:00 pmLAX - DSM
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/83:46 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop20h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/21:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/105:03 amDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/711:55 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Mon 12/912:22 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/3$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:25 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 12/108:45 amDSM - LAX
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/3$411
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/510:47 amLAX - DSM
2 stops11h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/166:00 amDSM - LAX
1 stop11h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$483
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:00 amLAX - DSM
2 stops12h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/1112:23 pmDSM - LAX
2 stops21h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$572

Find flights from Riverside to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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Thu 12/5

4:20 pm-4:07 pm

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$67

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Wed 11/20

8:23 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop24h 03m

$87

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Wed 1/1

6:00 am-4:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$168

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Mon 12/2

12:45 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 59m

$201

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Tue 12/3

10:40 am-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$208

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Fri 12/6

6:00 am-8:11 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$248

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Tue 2/4

5:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops14h 52m

$254

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Sat 11/30

7:00 am-11:31 am

3 stops26h 31m

$485

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Thu 12/5

4:20 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop21h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

5:07 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop26h 33m

$118

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Wed 12/4

6:00 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops26h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 12/8

3:46 pm-9:54 am

1 stop20h 08m

$191

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to Des Moines

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 1, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 4, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Riverside to Des Moines as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 4, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines from Riverside to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

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8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
8.1
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5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

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8.7

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7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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Very good
9,423 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.3
Good
2,803 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside 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 Riverside?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Riverside, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Riverside to Des Moines per day from 6 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Riverside to Des Moines for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Riverside to Des Moines for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $118, but on average you can expect to pay $369.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Riverside to Des Moines for under $300?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Riverside to Des Moines within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Riverside to Des Moines?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Saturday.

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

  • How many flights depart from Riverside to Des Moines on average per day?

    On average 1 flight departs from Riverside to Des Moines per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Riverside to Des Moines?

    Frontier, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Riverside to Des Moines in just under 7h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 33m. Riverside and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 1452 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $67. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Des Moines for a low price.

  • What does LAX to DSM mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Los Angeles Airport to Des Moines Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LAX to DSM flight. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), Ontario Airport (ONT), Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB), San Bernardino Int Airport (SBD), Victorville Southern California Logistics Airport (VCV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riverside to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Riverside to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Riverside to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Riverside to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riverside to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Riverside to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Riverside to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Riverside to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Riverside to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Riverside to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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