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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles from $94

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KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Los Angeles.
Frontier Logo
7:27 pm - 9:54 amDSM-LAX
16h 27m1 stop
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1:59 pm - 6:30 pmLAX-DSM
26h 31m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Mon, Apr 28 - Tue, May 6
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3:44 pm - 12:09 pmDSM-LAX
22h 25m1 stop
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10:30 am - 2:32 pmLAX-DSM
26h 02m1 stop
Sun, May 4 - Tue, May 20
American Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 9:30 amDSM-LAX
6h 15m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:32 am - 9:07 amLAX-DSM
6h 35m1 stop
$294American Airlines
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Sat, May 31 - Fri, Jun 6
Delta Logo
1:07 pm - 5:30 pmDSM-LAX
6h 23m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:50 am - 10:19 amLAX-DSM
7h 29m1 stop
$295Delta
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Sat, May 31 - Fri, Jun 6
United Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 8:53 pmDSM-LAX
5h 33m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 10:20 amLAX-DSM
7h 50m1 stop
$313United Airlines
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Fri, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:01 amDSM-LAX
8h 01m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:07 pm - 11:41 pmLAX-DSM
6h 34m1 stop
$314American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 2 - Fri, Aug 8
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:22 amDSM-LAX
5h 37m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 10:45 pmLAX-DSM
7h 33m1 stop
$317United Airlines
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Sat, May 10 - Mon, May 12
Delta Logo
5:23 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-LAX
7h 12m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:30 pm - 10:19 amLAX-DSM
8h 49m1 stop
$327Delta
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Sun, Jun 15 - Sat, Jun 21
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 12:00 pmDSM-LAX
8h 20m2 stops
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5:25 am - 2:55 pmLAX-DSM
7h 30m1 stop
$369Southwest
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Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 12:15 pmDSM-LAX
8h 15m2 stops
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3:15 pm - 10:20 pmLAX-DSM
5h 05m1 stop
$377Southwest
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Sat, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 2

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Los Angeles flight tickets
Southwest
May 13
DSM5:40 amDes Moines
8h 20m
2 stops
LAX12:00 pmLos Angeles
May 20
LAX5:25 amLos Angeles
7h 30m
1 stop
DSM2:55 pmDes Moines
Southwest
Jun 28
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
8h 15m
2 stops
LAX12:15 pmLos Angeles
Jul 2
LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles
5h 05m
1 stop
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Southwest
Jun 28
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
8h 15m
2 stops
LAX12:15 pmLos Angeles
Jul 2
LAX1:00 pmLos Angeles
8h 15m
2 stops
DSM11:15 pmDes Moines

Delta flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Los Angeles flight tickets
Delta
May 31
DSM1:07 pmDes Moines
6h 23m
1 stop
LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles
Jun 6
LAX12:50 amLos Angeles
7h 29m
1 stop
DSM10:19 amDes Moines
Delta
Jun 15
DSM5:23 pmDes Moines
7h 12m
1 stop
LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles
Jun 21
LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles
8h 49m
1 stop
DSM10:19 amDes Moines
Delta
May 14
DSM10:59 amDes Moines
6h 06m
1 stop
LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles
May 18
LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles
8h 20m
1 stop
DSM10:19 amDes Moines

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Des Moines, with most prices found around $290. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Los Angeles from Des Moines during June instead. Flights to Los Angeles in June, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $296.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $147. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Thursday is $859.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $183. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $874 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Los Angeles flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Des Moines when booking 7 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $388 when searching 7 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Des Moines for as low as $279 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Des Moines to Los Angeles flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Des Moines to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Des Moines to Los Angeles flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Los Angeles according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Des Moines to Los Angeles (DSM to LAX) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$94

Fastest flight time

4h 25m

Direct flights

Tue and Wed

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $94. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $180.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Los Angeles takes 4h 25m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Los Angeles on Tuesday and Wednesday. The only airline offering direct flights is American Airlines.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

  • How far is Des Moines to Los Angeles by plane?

    Los Angeles is 1437.2 mi away from Des Moines. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 05m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Des Moines to Los Angeles?

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Los Angeles

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FrontierPriceFrom $118Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,281 reviews
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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $132Free CancellationRating
7.3
734 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,667 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $306Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,917 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $336Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,280 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Los Angeles

    United Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Des Moines to Los Angeles, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for Des Moines to Los Angeles starts from $276 round-trip, up to an average price of $467. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7.4/10.


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