$183+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Long Beach (DSM - LGB)
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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LGB
Sep 2 — Sep 91
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 August 3, 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 August 3, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 9/124:50 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Sat 9/197:45 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/2312:30 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Sat 10/36:50 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/282:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Fri 10/26:55 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$418
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/712:10 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Sat 10/176:50 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1![Southwest logo]()
$426
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/172:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Thu 9/2411:10 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$430
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 9/142:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/211:25 pm
LGB
- DSM
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$450
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 August 3, 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 August 3, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/66:20 am
DSM
- LGB
2 stops12h 00m
Delta
Sat 1/97:10 am
LGB
- DSM
2 stops12h 14m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2812:05 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop11h 05m
Southwest
Fri 10/26:55 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/164:00 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops7h 46m
Delta
Wed 1/277:10 am
LGB
- DSM
2 stops12h 14m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/712:10 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Sat 10/176:50 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 8/1![Southwest logo]()
$426
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/172:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Thu 9/2411:10 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$430
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/196:20 am
DSM
- LGB
2 stops12h 00m
Delta
Mon 1/255:05 pm
LGB
- DSM
2 stops20h 52m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2110:55 am
DSM
- LGB
2 stops12h 51m
Delta
Wed 1/277:10 am
LGB
- DSM
2 stops12h 14m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 9/142:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/2110:35 am
LGB
- DSM
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$455
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/42:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Mon 9/77:00 am
LGB
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$507
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 August 3, 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 August 3, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/277:00 am
DSM
- LGB
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$183
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/512:30 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops11h 02m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/155:30 am
DSM
- LGB
1 stop12h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/142:25 pm
DSM
- LGB
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/75:56 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops29h 42m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/42:45 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 11/46:00 am
DSM
- LGB
2 stops12h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/31![Delta logo]()
$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:59 am
DSM
- LGB
2 stops12h 39m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/142:45 pm
DSM
- LGB
2 stops8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:00 am
DSM
- LGB
2 stops12h 32m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$382
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 August 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $315 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $183 (Southwest) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $375 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 3, 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 - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Wed 1/6
6:20 am-4:20 pm
2 stops12h 00m
Long Beach Municipal
Sat 1/9
7:10 am-9:24 pm
2 stops12h 14m
$387
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Sat 1/16
4:00 pm-9:46 pm
2 stops7h 46m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 1/27
7:10 am-9:24 pm
2 stops12h 14m
$387
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Mon 9/28
12:05 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop11h 05m
Long Beach Municipal
Fri 10/2
6:55 am-3:50 pm
1 stop6h 55m
$419
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Wed 10/7
12:10 pm-6:45 pm
1 stop8h 35m
Long Beach Municipal
Sat 10/17
6:50 am-1:40 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$426
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Thu 9/17
2:25 pm-6:20 pm
1 stop5h 55m
Long Beach Municipal
Thu 9/24
11:10 am-9:20 pm
1 stop8h 10m
$430
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Tue 1/19
6:20 am-4:20 pm
2 stops12h 00m
Long Beach Municipal
Mon 1/25
5:05 pm-3:57 pm
2 stops20h 52m
$438
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Thu 1/21
10:55 am-9:46 pm
2 stops12h 51m
Long Beach Municipal
Wed 1/27
7:10 am-9:24 pm
2 stops12h 14m
$453
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Mon 9/14
2:25 pm-6:20 pm
1 stop5h 55m
Long Beach Municipal
Mon 9/21
10:35 am-9:20 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$455
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Fri 9/4
2:25 pm-7:40 pm
2 stops7h 15m
Long Beach Municipal
Mon 9/7
7:00 am-1:45 pm
1 stop4h 45m
$507
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesLong Beach
DSM - LGB
DSMLGB
Des Moines
Thu 8/27
7:00 am-10:30 am
1 stop5h 30m
$183
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Long Beach
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 August.
| 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 August 3, 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.
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$319 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |