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Cheap flights Des Moines — Los Angeles

Des Moines (DSM, US) Los Angeles (LAX, US)
from $173 2 309 km ~3h 13m 2 flights found 2 airlines cheapest on Tuesday
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How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $173 on 16.11.2026
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Prices found for 2 of 90 days. Prices update as more travellers search. Click any date to search live.
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Cheapest flights found
17 Nov 2026, Tue
Frontier Airlines F9 1677
05:30
DSM Des Moines International Airport
10:04
LAX Los Angeles International Airport
4h 34m 1 stop
Farera
$173
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17 Nov 2026, Tue
American Airlines AA 6285
05:05
DSM Des Moines International Airport
09:00
LAX Los Angeles International Airport
3h 55m Direct
Farera
$429
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Route characteristics
Distance
2 309 km
Flight time
3h 13m
Time difference
-2h
Minimum price
from $173 (16.11.2026)
Average price
$173
Maximum price
$173
Cheapest day
Tuesday
Departure airports (1)
DSM Des Moines International Airport
Arrival airports (1)
LAX Los Angeles International Airport
Airlines (2)
F9 Frontier Airlines AA American Airlines
Agencies (1)
Farera
Airlines — cheapest prices 2
Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Low-cost 1 flights · 1 days
$173
American Airlines
American Airlines
1 flights · 1 days
$429
Where to buy tickets 1
Farera
2 tickets · 1 days
from $173
Airports

From — Des Moines (1)

  • DSM Des Moines International Airport

To — Los Angeles (1)

  • LAX Los Angeles International Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Des Moines — Los Angeles
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Los Angeles?
Approximate flight time — 3h 13m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Des Moines to Los Angeles?
The straight-line distance — 2 309 km.
How much do flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $173 on 16.11.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $173. Range: $173 — $173.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Los Angeles?
The difference — -2h.
From which airports does Des Moines operate flights?
From Des Moines: DSM (Des Moines International Airport).
To which airports in Los Angeles do flights arrive?
To Los Angeles: LAX (Los Angeles International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 2 airlines: Frontier Airlines, American Airlines.
Are there direct flights?
Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $429. Total direct flights found: 1.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Tuesday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Des Moines — Los Angeles

Flights Des Moines — Los Angeles is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 2 309 km. Flight time 3h 13m. Time difference -2h.

From Des Moines (DSM) flights depart from 1 airport: DSM. To Los Angeles (LAX) — 1 arrival airport: LAX.

2 airlines operate on this route: Frontier Airlines, American Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $173 (16.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $173, ranging from $173 to $173. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Tuesday.

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