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$179+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Joshua Tree, CA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SNA
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/255:30 amDSM - PSP
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/274:25 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$553
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/275:21 amDSM - PSP
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:15 amPSP - DSM
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/206:35 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop16h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/272:55 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$716
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/221:30 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/285:15 amPSP - DSM
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$732
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/208:00 amDSM - PSP
2 stops11h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/271:33 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$737
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/133:17 pmDSM - PSP
2 stops21h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/271:33 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$739
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/135:21 amDSM - PSP
1 stop14h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:34 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$759
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/216:00 amDSM - PSP
2 stops16h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/266:41 pmPSP - DSM
2 stops14h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$782

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

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Round-trip from

$339
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$493
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Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-2:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Palm Springs

Tue 2/3

1:29 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$351

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

5:24 am-8:58 am

1 stop5h 34m

Palm Springs

Sun 2/8

4:48 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$351

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

5:51 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Palm Springs

Sun 2/1

4:48 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$351

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Palm Springs

Fri 2/6

7:00 am-5:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$351

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

5:24 am-8:58 am

1 stop5h 34m

Palm Springs

Tue 2/17

2:46 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$354

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

6:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop5h 25m

Palm Springs

Sat 2/7

9:20 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$356

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

8:10 am-5:28 pm

2 stops11h 18m

Palm Springs

Fri 2/6

1:05 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$356

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

6:54 am-4:19 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Palm Springs

Wed 2/4

1:29 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$356

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

5:24 am-8:58 am

1 stop5h 34m

Palm Springs

Tue 1/20

3:02 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$358

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

2:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$181

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Deals found on 12/12

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree, you should look to book at least 22 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 Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree (average of $101). Flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree in December is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 DSM to JO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 14, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Joshua Tree

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree. Reviews last updated December 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Joshua Tree 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. You should not have trouble finding flights to Joshua Tree from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Joshua Tree per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Joshua Tree. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Joshua Tree flight route?

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

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree can take about 5h 34m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $351. Des Moines and Joshua Tree are separated by a distance of 1352 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $127. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Palm Springs) can be booked for $351 on average, our data indicates $153 when flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Joshua Tree 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 Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree (average of $101). Flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree in December is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$222Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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