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$64+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DSM
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$108
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$99
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$402
From Orange County to Des Moines
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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 June 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 10/210:25 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mAllegiant Air
Sun 10/58:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/25$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/216:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop12h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$147
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 7/412:01 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Mon 7/77:33 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop17h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/25$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/56:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Wed 8/135:44 amDSM - SNA
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/25$349
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/147:10 amLGB - DSM
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 11/168:00 amDSM - LGB
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/24$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/510:19 amSNA - DSM
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/125:30 amDSM - SNA
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/25$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/227:00 amSNA - DSM
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Fri 7/2511:05 amDSM - SNA
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/62:02 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/115:12 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/25$437
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/75:07 pmLGB - DSM
2 stops14h 31mDelta
Mon 8/115:25 pmDSM - LGB
2 stops25h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/24$453
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:17 pmSNA - DSM
2 stops13h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/289:34 amDSM - SNA
2 stops12h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/24$583

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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 June 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Orange County

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/2

10:25 am-3:44 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

8:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$108

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

6:45 am-9:16 pm

1 stop12h 31m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$147

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

12:18 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 9/28

8:41 pm-11:33 am

1 stop16h 52m

$341

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/5

6:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

5:44 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 09m

$349

Long BeachDes Moines

LGB - DSM

LGBDSM

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 11/14

7:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

$368

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/5

10:19 am-8:35 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

5:30 am-8:57 am

1 stop5h 27m

$381

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/22

7:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

11:05 am-5:55 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$414

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/6

2:02 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 8/9

6:00 am-9:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

$417

Long BeachDes Moines

LGB - DSM

LGBDSM

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 8/7

5:07 pm-9:38 am

2 stops14h 31m

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

5:25 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$453

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/26

6:17 pm-9:51 am

2 stops13h 34m

Des Moines

Sun 9/28

9:34 am-8:25 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$583

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Deals found on 6/26

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Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Des Moines

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Orange County to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 KFI to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 26, 2025.

When flying from Orange County 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.

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 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Orange County to Des Moines, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,838 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 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 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 Orange County to Des Moines one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $109 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $134 and Frontier from $141 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Orange County to Des Moines is $64. On average you can expect to pay $193. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $108.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Orange County to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$125Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$334Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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