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$82+ Cheap flights from Anaheim, CA to Des Moines (DSM)

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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DSM
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Anaheim to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Anaheim to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Anaheim to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 5/812:41 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/1110:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/17$143
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/1012:41 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/136:50 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/17$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 9/1012:27 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Sun 9/1310:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 37m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 4/1012:41 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop24h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/1012:41 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/133:32 pm
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop6h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 5/86:45 am
SNA
-
DSM
1 stop12h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1110:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/1712:41 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/242:04 pm
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop23h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 5/2110:32 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/248:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 42m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/18$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/1712:41 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/249:45 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/19$242

Find flight deals from Anaheim to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Anaheim to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated March 20, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$82
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$421
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Anaheim to Des Moines 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Anaheim to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/21

10:32 am-3:51 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

9:42 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop26h 03m

$301
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/11

11:10 am-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

5:17 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$331

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/15

12:41 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Des Moines

Sun 5/17

11:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop23h 05m

$367

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/29

12:20 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 9/7

2:15 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$447

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/17

7:44 pm-10:44 am

2 stops13h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

5:17 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$474

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/8

6:45 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 8/16

7:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$482

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/1

12:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 5/3

4:20 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$487

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/6

11:45 am-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 8/9

7:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$497
Cheapest one-way

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/9

6:45 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$120

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/9

11:10 am-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$125

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Best time to book a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines (average of $118). Flying from Anaheim to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 AN4 to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Anaheim to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 20, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated March 20, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Anaheim to Des Moines, such as United Airlines,Allegiant Air, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,455 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,455 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,455 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
713 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,455 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,487 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,455 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines, you will be flying into 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 inbound flights from Anaheim per day. 6 airlines have flights to Des Moines from Anaheim on a regular basis.

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

    The Anaheim to Des Moines flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Anaheim to Des Moines?

    A quick flight from Anaheim to Des Moines can take about 7h 24m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $331. Anaheim and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 1425 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Anaheim to Des Moines are Allegiant Air ($60), American Airlines ($84), and United Airlines ($138).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Anaheim to Des Moines is $132. On average you can expect to pay $221. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $143.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines (average of $118). Flying from Anaheim to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 Anaheim to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Anaheim to Des Moines. 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$119Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$154Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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