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$64+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Anaheim, 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SNA
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mar. 8/5
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Anaheim

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Round-trip from

$108
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$64
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$406
From Des Moines to Anaheim
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Anaheim
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Anaheim. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/148:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
dom. 9/2110:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/31$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
lun. 9/83:30 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/1110:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$148
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 8/213:23 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 01mFrontier
sáb. 8/3012:04 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop24h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
sáb. 9/135:10 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/2011:35 amSNA - DSM
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 11/12:52 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/512:15 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 8/196:30 amDSM - SNA
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
lun. 8/257:50 amSNA - DSM
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$317

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

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

dom. 9/14

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 9/21

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$108

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

lun. 9/8

3:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 9/11

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$148

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

jue. 8/21

3:23 pm-11:24 am

1 stop22h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 8/30

12:04 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop24h 19m

$235

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

sáb. 9/13

5:10 am-9:32 am

1 stop6h 22m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 9/20

11:35 am-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$295

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

sáb. 11/1

2:52 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 11/5

12:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$297

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

dom. 8/31

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$64

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

lun. 9/8

3:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$84

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

jue. 8/21

3:23 pm-11:24 am

1 stop22h 01m

$127

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

sáb. 9/13

5:10 am-11:57 am

1 stop8h 47m

$148

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

mié. 8/20

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$149

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Anaheim. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Anaheim. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Anaheim (average of $298). Flying from Des Moines to Anaheim in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 AN4?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Anaheim. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Anaheim as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Anaheim. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Anaheim

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anaheim. 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 Anaheim. Reviews last updated julio 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Anaheim, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Des Moines to Anaheim, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Anaheim per day. 6 airlines have flights to Anaheim from Des Moines on a regular basis.

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Anaheim have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $64. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Anaheim for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Anaheim? While on average our users pay $144, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $99. The most popular route (Des Moines - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty), is priced around $136.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Anaheim (average of $298). Flying from Des Moines to Anaheim in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Anaheim

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Anaheim. 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$290Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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