$86+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to California
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
Nov 4 — Nov 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 October 5, 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 October 5, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/168:04 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Wed 12/26:30 pm -
1 stop25h 56m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Wed 11/115:15 pm -
1 stop24h 49m
Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/52:22 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Thu 11/124:50 pm -
Nonstop3h 17m
Deal found 10/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 11/42:45 pm -
1 stop19h 03m
Tue 11/105:15 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$213
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 10/252:18 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Thu 10/294:46 pm -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 9/30![Allegiant Air logo]()
$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 11/610:25 pm -
2 stops26h 29m
Tue 11/105:15 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Wed 10/212:42 pm -
1 stop28h 59m
Tue 10/2710:05 am -
1 stop25h 47m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$231
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/52:22 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Sun 11/84:10 pm -
Nonstop3h 17m
Deal found 10/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/255:40 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Thu 11/266:50 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 12/56:41 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Tue 12/812:31 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Delta logo]()
$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 11/512:35 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Tue 11/105:15 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 12/56:00 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Mon 12/1410:05 am -
2 stops8h 40m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$260
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 October 5, 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 October 5, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/46:00 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Mon 11/97:45 am -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 10/4![Southwest logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sun 11/151:00 pm -
1 stop22h 23m
Sun 11/222:34 pm -
1 stop28h 07m
Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 1/201:45 pm -
2 stops8h 53m
Mon 1/251:58 pm -
1 stop6h 32m
Deal found 10/1![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Tue 12/11:58 pm -
1 stop10h 14m
Mon 12/71:37 pm -
Nonstop3h 33m
Deal found 9/30![American Airlines logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/122:48 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Mon 11/1610:40 pm -
2 stops13h 28m
Deal found 10/2![Delta logo]()
$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 12/219:35 pm -
1 stop12h 39m
Mon 12/284:53 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Deal found 10/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$450
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 10/292:00 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 11/410:20 am -
2 stops8h 30m
Deal found 10/4![Southwest logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/46:00 am -
1 stop8h 55m
Mon 11/97:30 am -
2 stops9h 05m
Deal found 10/4![Southwest logo]()
$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 10/281:27 pm -
2 stops8h 12m
Mon 11/911:12 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 10/1![United Airlines logo]()
$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 12/157:00 am -
2 stops8h 05m
Tue 1/127:30 am -
2 stops8h 10m
Deal found 10/4![Southwest logo]()
$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 11/116:45 am -
2 stops14h 00m
Sat 11/147:21 am -
2 stops11h 52m
Deal found 10/1![Delta logo]()
$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/43:30 pm -
1 stop10h 05m
Mon 11/911:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/169:30 am -
2 stops10h 16m
Wed 3/105:25 am -
1 stop5h 09m
Deal found 9/30![United Airlines logo]()
$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/319:49 am -
2 stops10h 16m
Wed 1/61:20 pm -
2 stops9h 06m
Deal found 10/2![American Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/26:35 am -
1 stop6h 21m
Sat 1/911:59 am -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 9/30![Delta logo]()
$403
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/77:00 am -
2 stops7h 10m
Wed 11/1110:25 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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.
Tue 11/35:09 pm -
1 stop6h 04m
Tue 11/105:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 10/4![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/116:45 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Wed 11/186:30 am -
1 stop9h 37m
Deal found 10/4![Delta logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Mon 11/27:15 pm -
2 stops6h 55m
Mon 11/911:55 pm -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/305:12 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 11/19:08 am -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 10/1![United Airlines logo]()
$423
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/26:35 am -
1 stop6h 21m
Fri 1/86:00 am -
2 stops7h 57m
Deal found 9/30![Delta logo]()
$426
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 1/2012:15 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Mon 1/256:55 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Wed 12/911:01 am -
2 stops13h 29m
Wed 12/169:53 am -
2 stops9h 38m
Deal found 10/2![Delta logo]()
$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Thu 11/55:09 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Mon 11/91:56 pm -
2 stops7h 46m
Deal found 10/1![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Wed 11/116:45 am -
2 stops14h 00m
Sun 11/157:25 pm -
2 stops12h 54m
Deal found 10/2![Delta logo]()
$433
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Tue 11/312:05 pm -
2 stops8h 05m
Sat 11/76:30 am -
2 stops8h 50m
Deal found 10/1![Southwest logo]()
$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Tue 11/241:27 pm -
2 stops9h 09m
Fri 11/278:45 am -
1 stop5h 22m
Deal found 10/5![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Fri 10/3010:57 am -
2 stops10h 55m
Sun 11/16:20 am -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 10/1![Delta logo]()
$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Fri 11/65:30 am -
1 stop6h 15m
Wed 11/112:15 pm -
2 stops7h 27m
Deal found 10/3![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Fri 11/61:50 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 11/92:40 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 9/30![Southwest logo]()
$372
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to California. Data last updated October 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to California. Data last updated October 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Wed 10/212:42 pm -
1 stop28h 59m
Tue 10/2710:05 am -
1 stop25h 47m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$231
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/238:25 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Mon 11/26:25 am -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 10/1![Frontier logo]()
$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/252:18 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Thu 10/294:46 pm -
Nonstop3h 15m
Deal found 10/3![Allegiant Air logo]()
$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 11/42:45 pm -
1 stop19h 03m
Tue 11/105:15 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/43:04 pm -
1 stop5h 19m
Wed 11/111:05 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 10/5![American Airlines logo]()
$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/52:22 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Thu 11/124:50 pm -
Nonstop3h 17m
Deal found 10/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$207
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/52:22 pm -
Nonstop3h 38m
Sun 11/84:10 pm -
Nonstop3h 17m
Deal found 10/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 11/512:35 pm -
1 stop8h 06m
Tue 11/105:15 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 11/610:25 pm -
2 stops26h 29m
Tue 11/105:15 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 9/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop15h 15m
Wed 11/115:15 pm -
1 stop24h 49m
Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 11/168:04 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Wed 12/26:30 pm -
1 stop25h 56m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/255:40 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Thu 11/266:50 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$255
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 October 5, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 5, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 11/112:45 pm -
1 stop19h 03m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$103
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3010:00 pm -
1 stop20h 16m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$108
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Wed 11/252:50 pm -
Nonstop3h 44m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$108
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Mon 11/28:30 pm -
1 stop19h 59m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/1![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 10/282:42 pm -
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Deal found 10/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/239:31 pm -
1 stop12h 18m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$119
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Wed 11/43:30 pm -
2 stops8h 35m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/5![Southwest logo]()
$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 12/63:15 pm -
1 stop18h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$124
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Wed 10/212:42 pm -
1 stop18h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/3. 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.
Wed 11/42:45 pm -
1 stop29h 56m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 12/38:35 pm -
1 stop16h 14m
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Deal found 9/30![Frontier logo]()
$135
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 October 5, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $141 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $86 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $375 |
Good round-trip deal | $227 or less |
Good one-way deal | $230 or less |
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Des MoinesSanta Ana
DSM Des Moines - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
DSMSNA
Des Moines
Wed 11/25
2:50 pm-4:34 pm
Nonstop3h 44m
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$108
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 11/2
8:30 pm-11:53 am
2 stops17h 23m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$140
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 10/30
10:00 pm-11:53 am
1 stop15h 53m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
Des MoinesSan Diego
DSM Des Moines - SAN San Diego
DSMSAN
Des Moines
Fri 10/23
8:25 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop5h 31m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$149
Des MoinesSan Jose
DSM Des Moines - SJC San Jose
DSMSJC
Des Moines
Thu 11/19
7:00 am-10:25 am
1 stop5h 25m
San Jose
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$153
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM Des Moines - SFO San Francisco
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sun 10/25
1:57 pm-1:32 pm
2 stops25h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$167
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM Des Moines - LAX Los Angeles
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Sat 12/5
5:20 am-11:23 am
1 stop8h 03m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$168
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM Des Moines - LAX Los Angeles
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Tue 11/3
11:22 am-6:27 pm
1 stop9h 05m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$168
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM Des Moines - LAX Los Angeles
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Wed 12/2
6:53 pm-12:54 am
1 stop8h 01m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$168
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM Des Moines - LAX Los Angeles
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Wed 1/6
6:20 am-2:46 pm
1 stop10h 26m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$168
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to California (average of $374). Flying from Des Moines to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 October 5, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 75% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to California?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to California flights typically cost between $302 and $454 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $186 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 9-Nov 11).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to California?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to California, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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 October 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air from Des Moines to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$116 | Average$287 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$124 | Average$187 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$454 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$253 | Average$426 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$280 | Average$325 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$496 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |