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$63+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DSM
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Des Moines

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

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2010:05 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Mon 2/237:15 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop4h 00m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/27$125
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 5/112:26 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/49:45 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 51m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/27$127
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2010:05 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/233:39 pm
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop7h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 5/112:26 pm
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:15 pm
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/66:45 am
SNA
-
DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/87:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 3/297:53 pm
SNA
-
DSM
2 stops21h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/57:30 am
DSM
-
SNA
1 stop15h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/69:45 am
SNA
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Fri 3/137:00 am
DSM
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/28$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:55 am
LGB
-
DSM
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Sun 4/56:45 am
DSM
-
LGB
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$503
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/110:30 am
LGB
-
DSM
1 stop10h 05m
Southwest
Sun 3/86:45 am
DSM
-
LGB
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$546
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/107:00 am
LGB
-
DSM
2 stops13h 29m
Delta
Fri 2/136:19 am
DSM
-
LGB
2 stops11h 41m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$1,190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:00 am
LGB
-
DSM
2 stops11h 49m
Delta
Thu 2/196:50 am
DSM
-
LGB
2 stops11h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$2,650

Find flight deals from Orange County to Des Moines

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

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$376
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Orange County

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/1

12:26 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

9:45 am-11:36 am

Nonstop3h 51m

$127

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/20

10:05 am-3:24 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:39 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$186

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/1

12:26 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

8:15 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop21h 18m

$217

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 3/29

7:53 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops21h 23m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

7:30 am-8:56 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$289

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/16

3:24 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

2:28 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$377

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 3/6

9:45 am-3:01 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

8:21 pm-3:38 pm

3 stops21h 17m

$387

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/28

6:45 am-7:15 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 4/2

2:15 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$403

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/1

10:45 am-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

4:20 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$412

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/20

7:01 am-4:22 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

3:24 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$422

Long BeachDes Moines

LGB - DSM

LGBDSM

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 3/29

7:55 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

6:45 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 15m

$503

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Des Moines

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Des Moines (average of $82). Flying from Orange County to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Orange County to Des Moines, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
706 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Orange County 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 Orange County to Des Moines flight route?

    The Orange County to Des Moines flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Orange County to Des Moines?

    For as low as $127, Allegiant Air can have you in Des Moines from Orange County in 3h 17m. The distance between Orange County and Des Moines is about 1425 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $60 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $84 and United Airlines from $138 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orange County to Des Moines?

    The cheapest flight price from Orange County to Des Moines is $73. On average you can expect to pay $156. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $125.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Des Moines?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Des Moines (average of $82). Flying from Orange County to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 4 airlines flying from Orange County to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$119Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$446Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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