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

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DSM — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Des Moines to Riverside are usually found in June or August, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Riverside

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Riverside (R1V). 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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Round-trip from

$337
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 28% potential price drop
From Des Moines to Riverside
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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 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.
Mon 12/302:29 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/98:00 amLAX - DSM
2 stops12h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$345
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.
Wed 12/115:51 amDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$357
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:39 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop11h 51mFrontier
Mon 1/66:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 09mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$358
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.
Mon 12/236:40 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/117:04 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$370
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.
Wed 12/188:45 amDSM - LAX
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/226:00 amLAX - DSM
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$375
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.
Thu 12/195:35 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Thu 12/268:25 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/20$401

Find flights from Des Moines to Riverside within your budget

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DSM - LAX

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Sat 1/4

3:24 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/11

8:00 am-2:45 pm

3 stops28h 45m

$337

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DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 1/24

4:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

5:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$339

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 12/11

5:51 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/1

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$357

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Mon 12/30

2:39 pm-12:30 am

1 stop11h 51m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/6

6:30 am-1:39 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$358

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Mon 12/23

6:40 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 48m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/7

5:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$370

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 12/19

5:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/26

8:25 am-5:38 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$401

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

5:07 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 25m

$80

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 12/13

2:50 pm-12:47 am

1 stop11h 57m

$138

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 1/22

6:43 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$167

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

12:55 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$178

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Riverside

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

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 November 15, 2024.

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from Des Moines to Riverside in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Riverside flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 November 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Riverside, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, American Airlines and Frontier. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 ($80), Delta ($167), and Southwest ($178).

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from Des Moines to Riverside in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$105Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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