$92+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines (LAX - 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Jul 24 — Jul 311
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 24, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 24, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/296:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Mon 8/32:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21![Frontier logo]()
$249
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/135:35 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop17h 59m
Frontier
Mon 8/172:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop20h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/166:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/2010:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 8/2710:27 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop18h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/72:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop20h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/246:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/3110:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop19h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/198:49 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop14h 45m
Frontier
Wed 7/222:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop28h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19![Frontier logo]()
$259
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Mon 8/32:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20![Frontier logo]()
$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/221:56 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops28h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/291:49 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/309:09 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop14h 25m
Frontier
Fri 9/42:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19![Frontier logo]()
$268
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:15 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 41m
Frontier
Fri 9/182:51 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22![Frontier logo]()
$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/221:56 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops28h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/310:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$271
Best flights from Los Angeles to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 24, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 9/212:37 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 22m
Delta
Sat 9/56:00 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop10h 34m
Delta
Deal found 6/19![Delta logo]()
$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/78:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Tue 7/146:25 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/21![Southwest logo]()
$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Sat 7/46:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Wed 7/810:54 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/20![Delta logo]()
$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Fri 7/241:05 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 7/296:25 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23![Southwest logo]()
$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 8/2811:59 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 19m
Delta
Wed 9/26:55 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Delta
Deal found 6/19![Delta logo]()
$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/228:10 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Wed 7/296:25 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23![Southwest logo]()
$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Thu 8/276:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 50m
Delta
Tue 9/16:55 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Delta
Deal found 6/19![Delta logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Fri 9/1811:05 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Tue 9/2212:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/1811:59 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Sun 9/206:54 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Deal found 6/23![Delta logo]()
$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/58:35 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 7/87:00 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23![Southwest logo]()
$414
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Mon 8/312:15 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Fri 8/72:25 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$425
Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Des Moines. Data last updated June 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Des Moines. Data last updated June 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/106:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Mon 7/272:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19![Frontier logo]()
$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/166:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/2010:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/176:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/2010:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$282
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/198:49 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop14h 45m
Frontier
Wed 7/222:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop28h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19![Frontier logo]()
$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Tue 7/2112:40 pm
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 40m
American Airlines
Sat 7/256:50 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/21![American Airlines logo]()
$285
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Mon 8/32:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20![Frontier logo]()
$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/221:56 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops28h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/291:49 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/221:56 pm
LAX
- DSM
2 stops28h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/310:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop24h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/246:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/3110:01 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop19h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$258
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/296:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Mon 8/32:19 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21![Frontier logo]()
$249
One-way flights from Los Angeles to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 8/412:07 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop22h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$92
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/216:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 9/1811:47 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 9/1610:27 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/207:15 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/226:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 9/173:15 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop26h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/1110:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop25h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23![Frontier logo]()
$123
Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $249 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $92 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $454 |
Good round-trip deal | $355 or less |
Good one-way deal | $268 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 June 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Wed 9/2
12:37 pm-8:59 pm
1 stop6h 22m
Des Moines
Sat 9/5
6:00 am-2:34 pm
1 stop10h 34m
$305
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Sat 7/4
6:00 am-4:00 pm
1 stop8h 00m
Des Moines
Wed 7/8
10:54 am-2:54 pm
1 stop6h 00m
$340
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Fri 8/28
11:59 pm-10:18 am
1 stop8h 19m
Des Moines
Wed 9/2
6:55 am-1:15 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$341
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Tue 7/7
8:00 am-6:20 pm
1 stop8h 20m
Des Moines
Tue 7/14
6:25 am-11:15 am
1 stop6h 50m
$345
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Fri 7/24
1:05 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops7h 20m
Des Moines
Wed 7/29
6:25 am-11:15 am
1 stop6h 50m
$346
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Wed 7/22
8:10 am-6:20 pm
2 stops8h 10m
Des Moines
Wed 7/29
6:25 am-12:00 pm
2 stops7h 35m
$368
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Thu 8/27
6:00 am-5:50 pm
1 stop9h 50m
Des Moines
Tue 9/1
6:55 am-1:15 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$372
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Fri 9/18
11:59 pm-10:17 am
1 stop8h 18m
Des Moines
Sun 9/20
6:54 pm-12:26 am
1 stop7h 32m
$377
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Fri 9/18
11:05 am-9:15 pm
2 stops8h 10m
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
12:30 pm-6:50 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$398
Quickest round-trip
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Sun 7/5
8:35 am-5:30 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Des Moines
Wed 7/8
7:00 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop5h 40m
$414
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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Des Moines in June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Des Moines?
The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 Los Angeles to Des Moines?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Des Moines (average of $358). Flying from Los Angeles to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $454). 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 LAX to DSM?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 June 24, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines as you normally would.
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 June 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$125 | Average$207 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$258 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$264 | Average$394 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$278 | Average$464 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$285 | Average$362 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$305 | Average$438 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |