$77+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 1, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/318:54 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops14h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:40 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$285
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/68:00 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops18h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/611:47 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/81:00 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/279:28 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops16h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/239:09 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/287:38 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops14h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1212:49 pm
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 37m
American Airlines
Sat 9/196:57 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/29![American Airlines logo]()
$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/512:37 pm
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 9/96:07 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$295
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/186:05 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop11h 28m
Frontier
Sun 9/2011:29 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/42:28 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop21h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/72:42 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
Best flights from Irvine to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Irvine to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Irvine to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/1210:10 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Sat 9/194:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 9/411:35 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop7h 04m
Delta
Sat 9/1212:25 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop9h 36m
Delta
Deal found 7/30![Delta logo]()
$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/2612:25 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/212:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$340
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.
Wed 8/269:55 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Mon 8/312:25 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1![Southwest logo]()
$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:25 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 39m
Delta
Wed 9/26:55 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 17m
Delta
Deal found 7/27![Delta logo]()
$427
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:45 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Wed 8/1212:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$400
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 10/2211:35 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Sun 10/256:45 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 8/1311:55 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/26:10 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$445
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 8/611:20 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Tue 8/1112:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$458
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/119:25 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Fri 8/143:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$473
Last-minute flights from Irvine to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Irvine to Des Moines. Data last updated August 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Irvine to Des Moines. Data last updated August 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/106:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Mon 8/242:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$308
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 8/106:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Fri 8/142:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:40 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:40 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/318:54 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/318:54 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops14h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/279:28 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops16h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/239:09 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/287:38 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops14h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$292
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.
Wed 8/269:25 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Mon 8/313:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1![Southwest logo]()
$299
One-way flights from Irvine to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Irvine to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Irvine to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 1, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/12:50 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop18h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$87
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:20 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/279:56 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop13h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 10/36:05 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop26h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/206:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$106
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$107
Find 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 1, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $284 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $77 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $392 |
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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 1, 2026.
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Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sat 9/12
10:10 am-8:50 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Des Moines
Sat 9/19
4:50 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop6h 30m
$320
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 8/26
12:25 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops7h 30m
Des Moines
Wed 9/2
12:30 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$340
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Fri 9/4
11:35 am-8:39 pm
1 stop7h 04m
Des Moines
Sat 9/12
12:25 pm-8:01 pm
1 stop9h 36m
$351
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 8/26
9:55 am-9:00 pm
2 stops9h 05m
Des Moines
Mon 8/31
2:25 pm-8:50 pm
2 stops8h 25m
$352
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 8/5
6:45 am-5:45 pm
2 stops9h 00m
Des Moines
Wed 8/12
12:30 pm-6:50 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$400
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 10/22
11:35 am-9:55 pm
2 stops8h 20m
Des Moines
Sun 10/25
6:45 am-1:55 pm
2 stops9h 10m
$417
Quickest round-trip
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Fri 8/21
6:25 am-2:04 pm
1 stop5h 39m
Des Moines
Wed 9/2
6:55 am-11:12 am
1 stop6h 17m
$427
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 8/13
11:55 pm-11:25 am
1 stop9h 30m
Des Moines
Wed 9/2
6:10 am-1:05 pm
2 stops8h 55m
$445
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 8/6
11:20 am-9:15 pm
2 stops7h 55m
Des Moines
Tue 8/11
12:30 pm-6:50 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$458
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 8/11
9:25 am-5:45 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Des Moines
Fri 8/14
3:50 pm-8:15 pm
1 stop6h 25m
$473
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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
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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 1, 2026.
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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Irvine to Des Moines?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Irvine to Des Moines flights typically cost between $344 and $472 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $284 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 21-Aug 31).
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 1, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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