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$139+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines (SNA - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DSM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines are usually found in February or July, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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February

Average price

$338

Round-trip from

$139
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

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.
Thu 12/59:35 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 12/127:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/19$139
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.
Thu 12/510:47 amSNA - DSM
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/127:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$175
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.
Thu 12/264:30 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/15:00 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$406
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 12/1011:39 amSNA - DSM
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Sat 12/144:00 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 11/20$426
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:30 amSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/34:00 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$446
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:00 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/35:10 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$456
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2612:33 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop27h 32mFrontier
Sat 11/307:30 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop18h 12mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$778

Find flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines within your budget

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Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/5

9:35 am-2:56 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

Des Moines

Thu 12/12

7:00 am-8:45 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$139

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/5

10:47 am-4:07 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Des Moines

Thu 12/12

7:00 am-8:45 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$175

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/6

1:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

1:01 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$376

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/10

11:39 am-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Des Moines

Sat 12/14

4:00 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$426

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/13

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 2/16

7:15 am-2:25 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$436

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/31

4:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Fri 1/3

5:10 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$456

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/31

4:04 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$203

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/26

10:13 am-3:34 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$215

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/9

12:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$249

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 3/14

7:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$368

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Des Moines in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 78 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 Santa Ana to Des Moines?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Allegiant Air, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
850 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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

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  • How popular is this Santa Ana to Des Moines flight route?

    Flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($139), American Airlines ($376), and Delta ($426) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Allegiant Air is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines are United Airlines ($203), Allegiant Air ($215), and Southwest ($249).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines is generally $228, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $97. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $139 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Santa Ana 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$113Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$330Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$365Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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