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$74+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Irvine, CA

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DSM — LAX
Mar 7 — Mar 141
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 5, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:15 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Mon 3/166:15 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$161
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Tue 3/108:57 pm
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop16h 28m
Frontier
Mon 3/166:15 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Thu 3/56:20 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/126:15 pm
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop26h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 13m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:20 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Mon 3/96:15 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/188:21 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop5h 55m
Frontier
Tue 3/248:57 pm
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$201

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Irvine

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Irvine flight deals. Data was last updated February 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$74
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$378
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Des Moines-Los Angeles flights.
From Des Moines to Irvine
One-way flight from Des Moines to Irvine
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Irvine 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 February 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Irvine that are best for you.

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Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 3/19

10:40 am-7:01 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/24

8:57 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$246

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

2:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

2:55 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$260

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:03 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

11:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop9h 20m

$260

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

11:51 am-5:37 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

11:59 pm-10:16 am

1 stop8h 17m

$265

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

5:17 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

7:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$265

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

9:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

8:40 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$265

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

8:21 pm-12:16 am

1 stop5h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

10:43 pm-10:05 am

1 stop9h 22m

$268

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

1:38 pm-7:21 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

9:00 am-2:32 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

$281

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

11:51 am-7:40 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

11:59 pm-10:18 am

1 stop8h 19m

$291

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

9:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/13

2:53 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Irvine

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Irvine

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Irvine. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Irvine may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 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 Des Moines to Irvine?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Irvine (average of $101). Flying from Des Moines to Irvine in December is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Irvine in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Irvine. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

The most flights from DSM to IR9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated February 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Irvine. 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.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Irvine?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Irvine from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Irvine should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Irvine from 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Irvine flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Irvine?

    Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Irvine in just under 7h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1443 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $73. Delta flights start at $110 while deals on American Airlines start at $137 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Irvine?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Irvine is generally $368, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $157. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $186 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Irvine 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 Irvine?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Irvine (average of $101). Flying from Des Moines to Irvine in December is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 Irvine

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$130Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$149Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$213Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$222Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$252Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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