$51+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to California
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 6/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
May 4 — May 111
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/1110:00 am
DSM
- SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Thu 5/2110:32 am
SNA
- DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$120
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:45 am
DSM
- SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/812:41 pm
SNA
- DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/89:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Wed 6/108:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/3![Allegiant Air logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/133:32 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/161:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$154
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/182:51 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/174:29 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$159
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:04 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop27h 38m
Frontier
Tue 5/1912:29 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/272:04 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Wed 5/66:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1010:11 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/161:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:14 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/299:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3012:59 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop10h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$163
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/129:33 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 07m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/163:44 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/31![Allegiant Air logo]()
$164
Best flights from Des Moines to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 4, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/196:35 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1612:29 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop10h 12m
Delta
Sun 5/245:35 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/29![Delta logo]()
$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 5/231:35 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 5/267:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
- FAT
1 stop17h 58m
Allegiant Air
Sat 6/62:06 pm
FAT
- DSM
1 stop27h 40m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/29![Allegiant Air logo]()
$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/143:20 pm
DSM
- SNA
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 4/211:17 pm
SNA
- DSM
2 stops7h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/31![American Airlines logo]()
$408
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
- FAT
1 stop18h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/56:49 pm
FAT
- DSM
2 stops43h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$420
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 4/282:38 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop7h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/2912:53 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/226:55 am
DSM
- SNA
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Sat 4/2512:00 pm
SNA
- DSM
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Fri 5/1511:55 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31![Southwest logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 6/268:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 6/274:10 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/2![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:55 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/1110:40 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/30![Southwest logo]()
$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/285:28 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop7h 45m
Delta
Sat 5/3012:35 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop7h 41m
Delta
Deal found 4/2![Delta logo]()
$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 5/98:00 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 43m
United Airlines
Thu 5/145:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/136:55 am
DSM
- SAN
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Sat 5/161:00 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/2![Southwest logo]()
$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 4/242:38 pm
DSM
- FAT
1 stop6h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:07 pm
FAT
- DSM
2 stops11h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/30![American Airlines logo]()
$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Tue 6/96:07 am
DSM
- LAS
1 stop9h 30m
Delta
Thu 6/1111:27 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/3![Delta logo]()
$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/31:04 pm
DSM
- ONT
2 stops12h 30m
Delta
Tue 6/96:00 am
ONT
- DSM
2 stops8h 54m
Delta
Deal found 3/31![Delta logo]()
$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/106:15 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop7h 34m
United Airlines
Sat 5/164:00 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1![United Airlines logo]()
$426
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/133:15 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 5/1810:40 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/3![Southwest logo]()
$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:17 pm
DSM
- RNO
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 6/16:00 am
RNO
- DSM
2 stops8h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31![United Airlines logo]()
$431
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sun 5/107:01 am
DSM
- SFO
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Wed 5/1312:15 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 4/3![Delta logo]()
$433
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 4/305:25 am
DSM
- SAN
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Thu 5/710:45 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/2![Southwest logo]()
$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/35:17 pm
DSM
- LAS
2 stops9h 04m
United Airlines
Tue 6/99:37 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop4h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/3![United Airlines logo]()
$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/85:27 am
DSM
- ONT
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Fri 5/1512:07 pm
ONT
- DSM
1 stop8h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/2![Delta logo]()
$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/273:15 pm
DSM
- RNO
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Mon 6/15:55 am
RNO
- DSM
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/2![Southwest logo]()
$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Fri 4/245:30 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop6h 11m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2711:59 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$446
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 6/166:43 am
DSM
- SJC
2 stops11h 07m
Delta
Fri 8/77:11 pm
SJC
- DSM
2 stops12h 34m
Delta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$464
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/287:10 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Sun 5/3111:55 pm
LAS
- DSM
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/225:17 pm
DSM
- RNO
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 5/255:30 am
RNO
- DSM
1 stop5h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31![United Airlines logo]()
$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 4/216:55 am
DSM
- LAS
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Sat 4/251:05 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/2![Southwest logo]()
$402
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to California. Data last updated April 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to California. Data last updated April 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1010:11 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/161:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/174:29 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/161:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/133:32 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/161:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:14 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/272:04 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Wed 5/66:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:45 am
DSM
- SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/812:41 pm
SNA
- DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$127
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:04 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop27h 38m
Frontier
Tue 5/1912:29 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/32:51 pm
DSM
- LAS
2 stops48h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/208:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$172
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 5/71:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$157
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/1110:00 am
DSM
- SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Thu 5/2110:32 am
SNA
- DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$120
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1711:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 5/213:45 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$173
One-way flights from Des Moines to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 4, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/299:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$51
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$55
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/31![Allegiant Air logo]()
$61
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:45 am
DSM
- SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$62
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1010:11 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$65
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:14 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$66
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$70
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$71
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 4/2![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:15 pm
DSM
- ONT
1 stop16h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$82
Find flight deals from Des Moines to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $114 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $51 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $348 |
Good round-trip deal | $126 or less |
Good one-way deal | $115 or less |
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Depart
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Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Tue 5/12
6:30 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Los Angeles
Tue 5/19
6:35 am-2:05 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$251
Des MoinesSanta Ana
DSM - SNA
DSMSNA
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
6:55 am-1:30 pm
2 stops8h 35m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Sat 4/25
12:00 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops6h 55m
$295
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Sat 5/16
12:29 pm-8:41 pm
1 stop10h 12m
Los Angeles
Sun 5/24
5:35 am-4:48 pm
1 stop9h 13m
$304
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Sat 5/23
1:35 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop5h 40m
Los Angeles
Tue 5/26
7:00 am-4:15 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$305
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Wed 5/13
6:30 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Los Angeles
Fri 5/15
11:55 pm-11:30 am
1 stop9h 35m
$309
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Wed 5/6
6:55 am-1:00 pm
2 stops8h 05m
Los Angeles
Mon 5/11
10:40 am-11:05 pm
2 stops10h 25m
$314
Des MoinesSan Diego
DSM - SAN
DSMSAN
Des Moines
Wed 5/13
6:55 am-12:05 pm
1 stop7h 10m
San Diego
Sat 5/16
1:00 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop5h 55m
$337
Des MoinesFresno
DSM - FAT
DSMFAT
Des Moines
Mon 6/1
9:17 pm-1:15 pm
1 stop17h 58m
Fresno Airterminal
Sat 6/6
2:06 pm-7:46 pm
1 stop27h 40m
$346
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Fri 6/26
8:30 pm-1:37 am
1 stop7h 07m
Los Angeles
Sat 6/27
4:10 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop5h 34m
$355
Des MoinesSan Diego
DSM - SAN
DSMSAN
Des Moines
Wed 5/13
3:15 pm-9:30 pm
2 stops8h 15m
San Diego
Mon 5/18
10:40 pm-11:25 am
1 stop10h 45m
$363
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to California?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to California (average of $95). Flying from Des Moines to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $157). 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 CA?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to California in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 85% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
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Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$100 | Average$249 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$101 | Average$172 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$118 | Average$358 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$434 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$448 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |