Des Moines

$80+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Des Moines (DSM)

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LAX — DSM
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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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 20, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Round-trip from

$178
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)
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 20, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop26h 33mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/114:02 pmLAX - DSM
2 stops20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/132:50 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$269
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.
Tue 12/109:59 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Sat 12/147:00 amDSM - LAX
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/20$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1212:54 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/179:00 amDSM - LAX
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/106:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/148:15 amDSM - LAX
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/105:51 amDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$420

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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LAX - DSM

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Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

6:30 am-4:07 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

5:07 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop26h 33m

$178

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

4:02 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops20h 54m

Des Moines

Fri 12/13

2:50 pm-12:47 am

1 stop11h 57m

$269

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

9:59 pm-9:43 am

1 stop9h 44m

Des Moines

Sat 12/14

7:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 16m

$334

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

6:00 am-3:05 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

4:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$345

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Thu 12/12

12:54 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

Tue 12/17

9:00 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$366

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Mon 12/2

1:30 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 14m

Des Moines

Tue 12/10

5:51 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 27m

$420

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

6:30 am-7:41 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$80

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Thu 12/19

2:45 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$110

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Sat 12/14

5:30 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$167

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$172

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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 15, 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 20, 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 18, 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. Sunday mornings 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 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Frontier and Southwest 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
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

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
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
2,811 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

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

  • 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 $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Des Moines for a low price.

  • 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.

  • 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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