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$45+ Cheap flights from California 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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Apr 28 — May 51
Tue 4/28
Tue 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from California to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/278:00 am
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/26$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/283:45 pm
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/26$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/2612:29 am
LAS
-
DSM
1 stop11h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$121
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/278:00 am
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/28$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/278:00 am
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/32:16 pm
DSM
-
LAS
1 stop11h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/2612:29 am
LAS
-
DSM
1 stop11h 02m
Frontier
Wed 6/32:16 pm
DSM
-
LAS
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/174:29 pm
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/208:15 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/28$128
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/283:45 pm
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/25$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/283:45 pm
LAS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/32:16 pm
DSM
-
LAS
1 stop7h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/268:59 pm
LAS
-
DSM
1 stop14h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/19:17 pm
DSM
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$134
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 5/66:00 am
ONT
-
DSM
1 stop5h 31m
Frontier
Wed 5/132:16 pm
DSM
-
ONT
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 5/66:30 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop5h 01m
Frontier
Wed 5/132:16 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop12h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$185

Find flight deals from California to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated March 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$45
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$172 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Mon 5/4

6:25 am-7:38 pm

1 stop11h 13m

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

3:32 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop28h 27m

$199

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

8:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

6:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$224

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/21

8:10 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop22h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

8:00 am-9:42 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$244

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Tue 6/2

10:45 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

4:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$247

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Sat 4/18

5:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

12:05 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$272

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/26

9:30 am-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

7:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$281

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Wed 4/22

6:20 am-4:15 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

8:20 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$282

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

11:05 pm-9:54 am

1 stop8h 49m

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

2:44 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$287

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/21

2:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

1:32 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$287

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 4/22

1:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

4:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$290

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Best time to book a flight from California to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Des Moines (average of $75). Flying from California to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 CA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 29, 2026.

When flying from California to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 29, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Des Moines?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Flights from California to Des Moines have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Des Moines in 7h 15m. Fly via Southwest, United Airlines, or Allegiant Air to get the fastest option. California and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 1443 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $60 and American Airlines from $84 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Des Moines?

    The most popular route from California to Des Moines is Los Angeles - Des Moines. You may also consider San Francisco - Des Moines or San Diego - Des Moines.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $79. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Des Moines) can be booked for $190 on average, our data indicates $438 when flying from California to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Des Moines (average of $75). Flying from California to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 California to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$69Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$95Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$247Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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