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Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines (SNA - DSM) from $82

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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines are usually found in February or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 June 13, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Des Moines. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

Users have found that booking a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines at least 39 days early can save you up to 246% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 39 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines for as little as $293 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $707 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

Flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines in July, with the cheapest ticket starting at $154.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to DSM?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Santa Ana to Des Moines flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Ana to Des Moines specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 13, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Des Moines in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 7/124:07 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop16h 01mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/147:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 29mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$296
Fri 7/126:45 amSNA - DSM
2 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/147:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$311
Wed 7/244:16 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/315:00 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$326
Fri 7/126:45 amSNA - DSM
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/147:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$329
Mon 7/84:16 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:48 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$356
Sun 6/169:51 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 18mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/237:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 31mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$373
Fri 7/126:45 amSNA - DSM
2 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/146:10 pmDSM - SNA
2 stops23h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$378
Sun 6/166:21 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop23h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/237:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$379
Fri 7/126:45 amSNA - DSM
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/146:10 pmDSM - SNA
2 stops23h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$397

Santa Ana to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Ana and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Des Moines in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 9/129:34 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/157:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 44mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$124
Thu 9/199:34 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/227:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 44mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$132
Thu 9/127:12 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/157:00 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$265
Fri 7/124:07 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop16h 01mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/147:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 29mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$296
Fri 8/307:12 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop23h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/29:32 pmDSM - SNA
1 stop22h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$301
Fri 7/126:45 amSNA - DSM
2 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/147:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$311
Wed 7/244:16 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/315:00 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$326
Fri 7/126:45 amSNA - DSM
3 stops13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/147:30 amDSM - SNA
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$329
Mon 7/84:16 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:48 amDSM - SNA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$356

One-way flights to Des Moines from Santa Ana

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines. For those needing a return trip from Santa Ana, there is a search form available above.
Thu 8/299:24 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$82
Tue 8/207:12 pmSNA - DSM
1 stop23h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$118
Thu 7/189:49 amSNA - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$131
Thu 7/186:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$138
Sat 8/37:25 pmSNA - DSM
2 stops11h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$153
Sat 8/318:40 amSNA - DSM
1 stop13h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$157
Fri 9/1311:45 amSNA - DSM
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$158
Thu 7/186:24 pmSNA - DSM
2 stops25h 49mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$161
Fri 9/139:00 amSNA - DSM
2 stops11h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$163

Find flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/12

Nonstop3h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 9/15

Nonstop3h 44m

$124

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/19

Nonstop3h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 9/22

Nonstop3h 44m

$132

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/12

1 stop23h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 9/15

Nonstop3h 44m

$265

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/12

1 stop16h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 7/14

Nonstop3h 29m

$296

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/30

1 stop23h 03m

Des Moines

Mon 9/2

1 stop22h 50m

$301

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/12

2 stops13h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 7/14

Nonstop3h 29m

$311

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/24

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Wed 7/31

1 stop6h 31m

$326

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/8

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

1 stop6h 52m

$356

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange CntyDes Moines

SNA - DSM

SNADSM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/30

2 stops21h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 9/2

2 stops16h 29m

$479

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 12, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 66 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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines

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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated June 13, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Allegiant Air, Frontier and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,827 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Allegiant Air for just $124, but on average you can expect to pay $380.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines is less than $128.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($124), Frontier ($301), and American Airlines ($326) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana to Des Moines. Allegiant Air is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines are Allegiant Air ($82), Frontier ($118), and American Airlines ($153).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines is generally $193, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $109. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Des Moines), you can expect to pay $139 for that flight.

  • What does SNA to DSM mean?

    SNA and DSM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SNA to DSM refers to a flight route from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Ana to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Ana to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Ana to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Ana to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Santa Ana to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    American Airlines, Allegiant Air and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Des Moines

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Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Des Moines

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