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$199+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Joshua Tree, 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SNA
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/233:31 pm
DSM
-
PSP
1 stop9h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 4/291:32 pm
PSP
-
DSM
1 stop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/215:01 pm
DSM
-
PSP
1 stop8h 28m
American Airlines
Sun 4/266:57 pm
PSP
-
DSM
2 stops11h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/56:30 pm
DSM
-
PSP
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:40 am
PSP
-
DSM
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/21$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:25 am
DSM
-
PSP
1 stop5h 32m
American Airlines
Wed 4/291:00 pm
PSP
-
DSM
2 stops8h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/24$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/2711:09 am
DSM
-
PSP
2 stops8h 58m
American Airlines
Sun 5/36:57 pm
PSP
-
DSM
2 stops11h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$430

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

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Round-trip from

$347
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$199
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$446
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree 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 March 24, 2026.
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Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

6:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Palm Springs

Tue 5/12

10:25 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$402

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 4/21

5:25 am-8:57 am

1 stop5h 32m

Palm Springs

Sun 4/26

6:57 pm-8:26 am

2 stops11h 29m

$412

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

4:20 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Palm Springs

Mon 6/1

6:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$435

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

3:21 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/29

1:32 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$457

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

6:15 am-4:22 pm

2 stops12h 07m

Palm Springs

Thu 4/9

12:47 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$485

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

10:51 am-2:24 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Palm Springs

Fri 4/17

1:27 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$487
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

6:20 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 33m

Palm Springs

Thu 4/23

9:15 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$507

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

4:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Palm Springs

Thu 4/9

12:47 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$572
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

10:56 am-9:27 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$204

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

5:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$224

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Deals found on 3/22

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree (average of $95). Flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree 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 JO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 24, 2026.

When flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree, 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 Joshua Tree

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree. Reviews last updated March 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Des Moines to Joshua Tree to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,467 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,492 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,328 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. You should not have trouble finding flights to Joshua Tree from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Joshua Tree per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Joshua Tree. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Joshua Tree flight route?

    Flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree can take about 5h. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $402. Des Moines and Joshua Tree are separated by a distance of 1352 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $92. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Palm Springs) can be booked for $397 on average, our data indicates $196 when flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree (average of $95). Flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree. 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$222Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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