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$64+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Orange County

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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SNA
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Orange County

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Round-trip from

$134
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$64
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$336
From Des Moines to Orange County
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Orange County
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Orange County. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/1410:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/14$134
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/148:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/2110:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/15$156
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/86:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$161
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Thu 9/48:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/710:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/15$172
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Thu 9/188:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/2110:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/15$173
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 35mAllegiant Air
Sun 10/510:25 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/15$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/143:42 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$188
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:37 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 39mFrontier
Sun 10/197:52 pmSNA - DSM
2 stops16h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/73:42 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1410:33 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$206
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/287:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 47mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/319:37 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 18mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/14$208
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/98:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 35mAllegiant Air
Sun 10/1210:25 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/14$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 11/810:50 amDSM - LGB
2 stops12h 43mDelta
Fri 11/145:05 pmLGB - DSM
2 stops15h 13mDelta
Deal found 8/14$315

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Orange County 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Orange County that are best for you.

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Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Sun 9/7

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/14

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$134

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/21

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$156

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/8

6:45 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$161

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop3h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/25

9:37 am-3:03 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$161

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 9/4

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/7

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$172

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/21

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$173

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

8:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/5

10:25 am-3:44 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$175

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

3:42 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/21

10:33 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$188

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 10/16

2:37 pm-11:16 am

1 stop22h 39m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/19

7:52 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$199

Des MoinesSanta Ana

DSM - SNA

DSMSNA

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop3h 47m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/11

9:37 am-3:03 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$201

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Orange County

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Orange County?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Des Moines to Orange County in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 KFI?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Orange County. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Orange County, 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 Orange County

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Orange County. 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 Orange County. Reviews last updated August 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Orange County. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
701 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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 Orange County?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Orange County. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Orange County flight route?

    Flights from Des Moines to Orange County have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $64 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $154 and $212, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Orange County?

    On average you can expect to pay $156 for a flight from Des Moines to Orange County. The cheapest flight overall is $100 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty) is currently priced at $134.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Orange County (average of $298). Flying from Des Moines to Orange County in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 Orange County

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Orange County. 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$401Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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