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$88+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Huntington Beach, CA

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Huntington Beach

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Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$88
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$374
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:30 amDSM - LAX
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/411:33 amLAX - DSM
1 stop22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/307:27 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Wed 5/76:15 amLAX - DSM
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 5/254:04 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/311:30 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/147:00 amDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2012:20 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/30$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:25 amDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/35:05 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 11/66:15 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Sun 11/95:10 amLAX - DSM
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$300

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach that are best for you.

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Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

7:30 am-9:35 am

1 stop28h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

11:33 am-11:49 am

1 stop22h 16m

$171

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

7:20 pm-9:52 am

1 stop16h 32m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

6:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$247

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

4:04 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

1:30 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$291

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

7:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/20

12:20 am-9:38 am

1 stop7h 18m

$295

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 5/27

6:25 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

5:05 am-12:49 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$297

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

6:30 am-2:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

5:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$300

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

2:20 pm-8:31 am

2 stops20h 11m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

6:46 am-9:38 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$453

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 6/11

7:30 am-2:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$88

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

7:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

$91

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

10:55 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$148

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach (average of $246). Flying from Des Moines to Huntington Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 DSM to HU9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Huntington Beach, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Huntington Beach flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Huntington Beach by month

Plan your trip to Huntington Beach by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Huntington Beach ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Huntington Beach when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Huntington Beach by month

Plan your trip to Huntington Beach by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Huntington Beach, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Huntington Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Huntington Beach. 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 Huntington Beach. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach, such as 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
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 from for flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. 6 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Huntington Beach per day.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Huntington Beach flight route?

    Within the past month, 18 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Huntington Beach one-way?

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $148 and $167, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach is generally $783, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $350. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $185 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Huntington Beach 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 Des Moines to Huntington Beach?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Huntington Beach (average of $246). Flying from Des Moines to Huntington Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Huntington Beach

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Huntington Beach. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$294Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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