Des Moines

$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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DSM
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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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 May 9, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 5/2110:32 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/248:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 42m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/9$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Thu 9/1012:27 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/149:31 pm
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop19h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$193
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 5/2810:32 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/318:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 42m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/7$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/149:20 pm
SNA
-
DSM
1 stop14h 07m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/287:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/8$240
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/49:28 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 14m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/77:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/8$241
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 10/224:46 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 15m
Allegiant Air
Sun 10/252:18 pm
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/6$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/99:32 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/167:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 42m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/6$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/210:20 am
SNA
-
DSM
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 6/35:50 am
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$259

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 May 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$82
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$280
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Des Moines flight deals.
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From Anaheim to Des Moines
One-way flight from Anaheim to Des Moines
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Anaheim to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/13

9:32 am-2:51 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 8/16

7:00 am-8:42 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$305

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/3

1:08 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

5:50 am-12:06 pm

2 stops8h 16m

$336

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/24

11:05 am-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

7:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$349

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/23

11:10 am-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

7:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$368

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/20

4:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 8/24

1:40 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$421

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/10

11:30 am-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 9/14

3:50 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$457

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/4

6:45 am-3:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 9/7

7:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

$477

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/4

10:20 am-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Des Moines

Sun 6/7

5:50 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 17m

$479

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/3

11:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

12:10 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$487
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/21

10:32 am-3:51 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$82

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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 May 9, 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Anaheim to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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?

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

    A quick flight from Anaheim to Des Moines can take about 3h 19m. Allegiant Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $305. 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 ($119).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Anaheim to Des Moines is $154. On average you can expect to pay $181. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $181.

  • 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.

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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 May 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$154Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$264Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$267Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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