HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Des Moines

Cheap First Class flights to Des Moines

LAX — DSM
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
1 adult, First
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Leverage Cheapflights for Your Next Trip

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap first class flights to Des Moines in 2026

Find the latest flights to Des Moines in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data were last updated on February 12, 2026.

Top Rated Airline

American Airlines

No. of Airlines

3

Arrival Airport

Des Moines Airport
Most popular airline to fly first class with to Des Moines in the past 7 days
Search Deals
Airlines that offer first class options for this route
Search Deals
Closest airport for this route
Search Deals

Find first class flight deals to Des Moines

Cheapest first class flights to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable first class flight options available to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 3/118:17 pm
IAH
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Wed 3/182:59 pm
DSM
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/268:17 pm
IAH
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 4/273:21 pm
DSM
-
IAH
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/267:55 pm
IAH
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 2/287:52 am
DSM
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/258:17 pm
IAH
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 4/273:04 pm
DSM
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/125:40 pm
LGA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
American Airlines
Thu 3/197:45 am
DSM
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$550
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 5/236:20 am
LGA
-
DSM
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Mon 5/257:10 am
DSM
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$572

Travel insights for first class flights from USA to Des Moines

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

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).

Frequently asked questions about Des Moines first class tickets

Find answers to common questions related to first class tickets for flights to Des Moines. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on February 12, 2026.

  • How many premium cabins does United Airlines have for flights to Des Moines?

    Travelers who want to experience premium cabins usually book through United Airlines, the most popular airline with flights to Des Moines. There are 2 premium cabins provided right now: First Class and Prem Economy Class.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Complete your trip

Complement your first class flight to Des Moines by adding a car rental and/or hotel room to your itinerary.
Des Moines car rentals
Des Moines Airport car rentals
Waterloo Airport car rentals
Fort Dodge Airport car rentals
Cedar Rapids car rentals
Sioux City car rentals