Des Moines

$64+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Anaheim to Des Moines are usually found in February or January, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$108
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$64
(Booking.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$412
From Anaheim to Des Moines
One-way flight from Anaheim to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find 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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:37 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 18mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/317:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 47mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/1$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:37 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/312:14 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$171
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1811:52 amSNA - DSM
1 stop23h 48mFrontier
Sun 9/212:25 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$323

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

Fly from

Anaheim

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/28

9:37 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$108

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/28

9:37 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

2:14 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$171

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/18

11:52 am-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 48m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

2:25 pm-11:07 am

1 stop22h 42m

$323

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$64

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/23

6:45 am-2:26 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$95

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/9

3:05 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$144

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

7:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$179

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/1

8:00 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$189

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

7:16 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops16h 24m

$217

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

7:07 pm-10:32 am

2 stops13h 25m

$234

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Anaheim to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Anaheim to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Anaheim to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 July 3, 2025.

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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Anaheim to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Anaheim to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Anaheim to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Anaheim to Des Moines, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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?

  • 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 ($64), American Airlines ($144), and Southwest ($179).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Anaheim to Des Moines is $64. On average you can expect to pay $206. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $108.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Anaheim to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Anaheim to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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