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$64+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines (SNA - 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
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines are usually found in February or January, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$133
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$304

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$60 or less
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1311:37 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/169:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 47mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$121
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/106:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop13h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/247:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$161
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 11/1312:01 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Mon 11/178:44 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop16h 32mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/236:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Sun 8/245:44 amDSM - SNA
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/10$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/136:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Sun 11/164:10 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/113:07 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/155:00 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 11/1112:15 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/175:14 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 11/136:45 amSNA - DSM
2 stops11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/1512:46 pmDSM - SNA
2 stops10h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$482

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Des Moines

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Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

11:37 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

9:00 am-10:47 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$121

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/10

6:45 am-10:36 pm

1 stop13h 51m

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

7:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop3h 31m

$161

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

12:01 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

8:44 pm-11:16 am

1 stop16h 32m

$327

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

6:45 am-4:27 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

5:44 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 09m

$329

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

6:45 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

4:10 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$333

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

12:50 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops8h 27m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

3:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$339

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/11

12:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

5:14 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$379

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/13

6:45 am-8:12 pm

2 stops11h 27m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

12:46 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$482

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/25

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$64

Santa AnaDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/24

5:22 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 08m

$136

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 SNA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 74% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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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  • How popular is this Santa Ana to Des Moines flight route?

    Flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($183), Delta ($329), and American Airlines ($354) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Allegiant Air is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines are Allegiant Air ($133), American Airlines ($151), and Frontier ($185).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines is generally $212, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $60. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $148 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 Santa Ana to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$334Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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