$137+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Long Beach (DSM - LGB)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LGB
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Long BeachExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Long Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Long Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/311:31 am -
2 stops12h 12m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops11h 40m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$484
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/77:05 am -
2 stops8h 10m
Fri 10/92:40 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/12:00 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 10/511:00 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/311:31 am -
2 stops12h 12m
Mon 10/127:00 am -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 9/205:40 am -
1 stop10h 30m
Wed 9/231:50 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$545
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Mon 10/127:00 am -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$576
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops13h 33m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$596
Best flights from Des Moines to Long BeachDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 1/1612:00 pm -
1 stop9h 15m
Mon 1/256:50 am -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 1/256:20 am -
2 stops12h 00m
Mon 2/17:10 am -
2 stops11h 42m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/77:05 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Fri 10/92:40 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/12:00 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 10/511:00 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops13h 33m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$596
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/15:59 pm -
2 stops29h 39m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops11h 40m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$715
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/311:31 am -
2 stops12h 12m
Thu 10/157:00 am -
2 stops31h 55m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$811
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Wed 10/141:04 pm -
2 stops18h 38m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$850
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Thu 10/157:00 am -
2 stops24h 42m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$850
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/202:48 pm -
2 stops8h 53m
Mon 11/237:00 am -
2 stops11h 40m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,229
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to Long BeachDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 9/205:40 am -
1 stop10h 30m
Wed 9/231:50 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$545
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/12:00 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 10/511:00 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Mon 10/127:00 am -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$576
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops13h 33m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$596
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/311:31 am -
2 stops12h 12m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
2 stops11h 40m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$484
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/311:31 am -
2 stops12h 12m
Mon 10/127:00 am -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/77:05 am -
2 stops8h 10m
Fri 10/92:40 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$497
One-way flights from Des Moines to Long BeachSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Long Beach. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Long Beach. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 1/1612:30 pm -
2 stops11h 36m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/197:00 am -
2 stops9h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/34:20 pm -
2 stops7h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/22:46 pm -
2 stops8h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 10/193:46 pm -
2 stops7h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$535
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/193:00 pm -
3 stops56h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$541
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 11/296:55 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$553
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/211:27 am -
2 stops12h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$695
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Long Beach (LGB). 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 September 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $239 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $137 (Delta) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $378 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Long Beach 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Long Beach that are best for you.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Sat 1/16
12:30 pm-10:06 pm
2 stops11h 36m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$137
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Thu 11/19
7:00 am-2:30 pm
2 stops9h 30m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$219
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Sat 10/3
4:20 pm-9:43 pm
2 stops7h 23m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$223
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Sat 1/16
12:00 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop9h 15m
Long Beach Municipal
Mon 1/25
6:50 am-1:55 pm
1 stop5h 05m
$254
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Fri 10/2
2:46 pm-9:38 pm
2 stops8h 52m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$262
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Mon 1/25
6:20 am-4:20 pm
2 stops12h 00m
Long Beach Municipal
Mon 2/1
7:10 am-8:52 pm
2 stops11h 42m
$376
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Wed 10/7
7:05 am-3:40 pm
1 stop10h 35m
Long Beach Municipal
Fri 10/9
2:40 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$497
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Thu 10/1
2:00 pm-5:20 pm
1 stop5h 20m
Long Beach Municipal
Mon 10/5
11:00 am-6:30 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$513
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
3:46 pm-9:44 pm
2 stops7h 58m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$535
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM Des Moines - LGB Long Beach Municipal
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Fri 10/2
2:46 pm-9:38 pm
2 stops8h 52m
Long Beach Municipal
Tue 10/13
7:00 am-10:33 pm
2 stops13h 33m
$596
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Long Beach flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Long Beach flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Long Beach flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Long Beach flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Long Beach flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Long Beach
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Long 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 Long Beach. Reviews last updated September 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest from Des Moines to Long Beach have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$321 | Average$425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |