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$104+ Cheap flights from Irvine, 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Fri 8/8
Fri 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Des Moines are usually found in January or March, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$170
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$104
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$406
From Irvine to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/49:36 amLAX - DSM
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/83:30 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$170
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/303:30 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop20h 53mFrontier
Sun 9/72:25 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Tue 11/412:05 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/1$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/271:15 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Sun 8/315:44 amDSM - LAX
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 7/31$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:05 amLAX - DSM
Nonstop3h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/23:23 pmDSM - LAX
Nonstop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 August 3, 2025.
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Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

9:36 am-10:41 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

3:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$170

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

3:30 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop20h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 9/7

2:25 pm-12:27 am

1 stop12h 02m

$235

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

1:15 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

5:44 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 07m

$291

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

8:05 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

3:23 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$294

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

5:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 9/27

3:45 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$305

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

9:22 am-9:16 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$104

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

6:45 am-2:43 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$109

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

9:05 am-2:35 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$134

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

2:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$143

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

12:35 am-10:07 am

1 stop7h 32m

$144

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Irvine to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 IR9 to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 August 3, 2025.

When flying from Irvine 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.

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

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

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

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

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 August 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Irvine to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,905 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Irvine. Booking flights from Irvine to Des Moines (DSM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Irvine from 6 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from Irvine to Des Moines was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $109 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $134 and Southwest from $143 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Irvine to Des Moines is generally $393, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $265. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $217 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Irvine to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Irvine to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 August 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$119Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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