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$64+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
Dec 8 — Dec 151
Sun 12/8
Sun 12/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to California
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 December 3, 2024.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/153:46 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/206:25 amLAS - DSM
1 stop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$156
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/129:35 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$157
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/132:50 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 23mAllegiant Air
Mon 12/165:03 pmLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 57mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/3$172
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 17mFrontier
Thu 12/1210:47 amSNA - DSM
1 stop27h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$184
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Thu 12/129:10 pmSFO - DSM
1 stop16h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$191
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 45mAllegiant Air
Thu 1/309:15 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/2$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/165:07 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop20h 11mFrontier
Sun 12/296:31 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop17h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:39 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Mon 12/306:15 amLAS - DSM
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$258
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:39 pmDSM - SAN
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Mon 12/306:25 amSAN - DSM
1 stop5h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Tue 12/245:40 amDSM - LAS
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/314:25 pmLAS - DSM
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/162:50 pmDSM - LAX
2 stops9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/268:39 pmLAX - DSM
2 stops19h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$336
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/92:29 pmDSM - SJC
2 stops19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/129:20 pmSJC - DSM
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$343

Find flights from Des Moines to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,700,776 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2024.

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Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Sun 1/26

6:30 am-8:25 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/30

9:15 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$104

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

2:39 pm-1:18 pm

1 stop24h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/30

9:15 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$123

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Sun 3/9

3:30 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/13

5:49 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$154

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Sun 12/15

3:46 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/20

6:25 am-1:39 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$156

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

5:39 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/15

7:00 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$160

Des MoinesOntario

DSM - ONT

DSMONT

Des Moines

Fri 2/21

8:41 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 28m

Ontario

Sun 2/23

5:13 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$178

Des MoinesSan Diego

DSM - SAN

DSMSAN

Des Moines

Thu 1/9

3:35 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop8h 43m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

4:21 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$214

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Mon 1/27

2:41 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop7h 58m

San Jose

Fri 1/31

11:36 am-10:02 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$235

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Mon 12/16

5:07 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 11m

Palm Springs

Sun 12/29

6:31 pm-1:39 pm

1 stop17h 08m

$251

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 12/23

2:39 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 12/29

12:59 am-1:39 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$258

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to California

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to California (average of $240). Flying from Des Moines to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 3, 2024.

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

Rainfall in California by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.