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$55+ Cheap flights from California to Des Moines (DSM)

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LAX — DSM
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Des Moines

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$90
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$55
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$134 or less

Good one-way deal

$71 or less
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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 April 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/49:31 amLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 59mAllegiant Air
Wed 6/257:30 amDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 11mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$90
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/235:09 pmSAN - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
Mon 5/262:43 pmDSM - SAN
Nonstop3h 36mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$101
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/49:43 amLAS - DSM
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/257:30 amDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 4/306:25 amSAN - DSM
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Mon 5/57:20 pmDSM - SAN
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/235:09 pmSAN - DSM
Nonstop3h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/261:21 pmDSM - SAN
1 stop19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/217:30 amLAS - DSM
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Fri 5/308:20 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop5h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/56:15 amLAX - DSM
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Wed 5/77:30 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$217
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/412:59 amONT - DSM
1 stop15h 31mFrontier
Wed 5/77:30 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop17h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/248:50 amLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Sun 5/253:55 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:20 amSFO - DSM
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 5/57:20 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:44 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1510:27 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$243
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Wed 6/1810:18 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/226:30 amDSM - LAX
1 stop29h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$255

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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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/4

9:31 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

7:30 am-8:41 am

Nonstop3h 11m

$90

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Fri 5/23

5:09 pm-10:33 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

2:43 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$101

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/4

9:43 am-2:43 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

7:30 am-8:41 am

Nonstop3h 11m

$160

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Fri 5/23

5:09 pm-10:33 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

1:21 pm-7:13 am

1 stop19h 52m

$179

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Mon 5/5

6:25 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

7:20 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 53m

$198

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

7:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

8:20 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$208

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/9

12:55 am-10:39 am

1 stop7h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

6:47 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 17m

$217

Las VegasDes Moines

LAS - DSM

LASDSM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/24

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

3:55 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$237

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

6:20 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

7:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 49m

$238

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/12

7:44 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 6/15

10:27 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop22h 22m

$243

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from California to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 April 30, 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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 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 2 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 $55 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $89 and Delta from $109 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 Ontario - Des Moines or San Francisco - Des Moines.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $71. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Des Moines) can be booked for $255 on average our data indicates $71 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from California to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$294Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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