Riverside

$119+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Riverside, CA

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DSM — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Riverside are usually found in June or August, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$202
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$119
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$476
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From Des Moines to Riverside
One-way flight from Des Moines to Riverside
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/142:50 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/177:55 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop23h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$202
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/237:27 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Mon 4/2810:43 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/245:46 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Mon 4/2812:45 amLAX - DSM
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/27$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 6/286:00 amDSM - LAX
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 7/25:25 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 8/27:47 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/811:59 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 12/58:00 amDSM - LAX
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/94:15 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$402
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 11/1412:46 pmDSM - LAX
2 stops20h 54mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/175:55 pmLAX - DSM
2 stops24h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$617

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Riverside that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Riverside

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Return

Price

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

2:50 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop23h 19m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

7:55 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop23h 52m

$202

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

7:27 pm-12:31 am

1 stop7h 04m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

10:43 am-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$268

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

5:46 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

12:45 am-11:19 am

1 stop8h 34m

$335

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

6:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/2

5:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$373

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 8/2

7:47 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/8

11:59 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 04m

$382

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

8:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/25

12:20 am-10:20 am

1 stop8h 00m

$451

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 4/17

2:12 pm-7:30 am

2 stops19h 18m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops15h 44m

$637

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 4/25

7:27 pm-12:31 am

1 stop7h 04m

$119

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

2:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$132

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

5:29 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$168

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Riverside

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Riverside. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Riverside may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Des Moines to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Riverside. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Riverside by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riverside ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Riverside when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Riverside by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riverside, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Riverside, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Riverside. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to Riverside?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Riverside per day from 6 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Riverside are Frontier ($119), American Airlines ($168), and Southwest ($173).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Riverside?

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Riverside is $67. On average you can expect to pay $202. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $202.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Des Moines to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 Des Moines to Riverside

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Riverside. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$113Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$324Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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