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$184+ 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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SNA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Joshua Tree are usually found in January or April, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Joshua Tree flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$299
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$184
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$558
From Des Moines to Joshua Tree
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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 June 12, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/54:26 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/113:05 pmPSP - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$299
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.
Wed 11/58:20 amDSM - PSP
2 stops14h 40mSouthwest
Tue 11/115:30 amPSP - DSM
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$315
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.
Thu 11/63:15 pmDSM - PSP
2 stops21h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:29 pmPSP - DSM
2 stops14h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$496
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.
Fri 8/12:39 pmDSM - PSP
2 stops8h 47mDelta
Mon 8/45:13 pmPSP - DSM
2 stops14h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/10$529
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:44 pmDSM - PSP
1 stop16h 16mFrontier
Sun 11/95:40 pmPSP - DSM
2 stops24h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$557

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Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

4:26 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Palm Springs

Tue 11/11

3:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$299

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

8:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Palm Springs

Tue 11/11

5:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$315

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

3:15 pm-10:33 am

2 stops21h 18m

Palm Springs

Sun 11/9

6:29 pm-10:30 am

2 stops14h 01m

$496

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Fri 8/1

2:39 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops8h 47m

Palm Springs

Mon 8/4

5:13 pm-9:38 am

2 stops14h 25m

$529

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

8:44 pm-11:00 am

1 stop16h 16m

Palm Springs

Sun 11/9

5:40 pm-7:59 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$557

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

11:40 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$184

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

5:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 48m

$186

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Thu 11/20

1:05 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops8h 58m

$249

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree, you should look to book at least 35 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 Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree (average of $298). Flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree in March is currently the most expensive (average of $378). 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 June 12, 2025.

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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Joshua Tree?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Joshua Tree flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Joshua Tree by month

Plan your trip to Joshua Tree by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Joshua Tree ranges from 0.1 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Joshua Tree when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Joshua Tree by month

Plan your trip to Joshua Tree by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Joshua Tree, 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 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Joshua Tree, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. 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
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 5 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 8 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree are Southwest ($184), American Airlines ($186), and United Airlines ($249).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $120. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Palm Springs) can be booked for $309 on average our data indicates $230 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Joshua Tree (average of $298). Flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree in March is currently the most expensive (average of $378). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Joshua Tree

Discover the top 5 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$107Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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