Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines?

Yes, direct flights are available. Minimum direct price — from $263.

Cheap flights Los Angeles — Des Moines from $142

Q: How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Des Moines?

Approximate flight time — 3h 13m.

Q: How much do flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $142 on 18.11.2026.

Q: Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Des Moines?

This route is served by 2 airlines: Southwest Airlines, American Airlines.

Q: From which airports does Los Angeles operate flights?

From Los Angeles: LAX (Los Angeles International Airport).

Q: To which airports in Des Moines do flights arrive?

To Des Moines: DSM (Des Moines International Airport).

Q: Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.

Q: When is the best time to buy tickets Los Angeles — Des Moines?

Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.

How many travellers?

Adults

12+ years

Children

2–11 years

Infants

under 2

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Cheapest: $142 on 18.11.2026

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Cheapest flights found

18 Nov 2026, Wed

Southwest Airlines WN 1913

23:25

LAX Los Angeles International Airport

03:35

DSM Des Moines International Airport

4h 10m 1 stop

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19 Nov 2026, Thu

American Airlines AA 6285

01:02

LAX Los Angeles International Airport

04:33

DSM Des Moines International Airport

3h 31m Direct

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Route characteristics

Distance

2 309 km

Flight time

3h 13m

Time difference

+2h

Minimum price

from $142 (18.11.2026)

Average price

$203

Maximum price

$263

Cheapest day

Wednesday

Departure airports (1)

LAX Los Angeles International Airport

Arrival airports (1)

DSM Des Moines International Airport

Airlines (2)

WN Southwest Airlines AA American Airlines

Agencies (2)

Farera Turna.com

Prices by day of week

Airlines — cheapest prices 2

Southwest Airlines

Low-cost 1 flights · 1 days

$142

American Airlines

1 flights · 1 days

$263

Where to buy tickets 2

Farera

1 tickets · 1 days

from $142

Turna.com

1 tickets · 1 days

from $263

Airports

From — Los Angeles (1)

LAX Los Angeles International Airport

To — Des Moines (1)

DSM Des Moines International Airport

Other destinations from Los Angeles

Frequently asked questions about the route Los Angeles — Des Moines

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Des Moines?

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 Los Angeles to Des Moines?

The straight-line distance — 2 309 km.

How much do flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines cost?

The minimum price over 3 months — from $142 on 18.11.2026.

What is the average ticket price?

The average price — $203. Range: $142 — $263.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Des Moines?

The difference — +2h.

From which airports does Los Angeles operate flights?

From Los Angeles: LAX (Los Angeles International Airport).

To which airports in Des Moines do flights arrive?

To Des Moines: DSM (Des Moines International Airport).

Which airlines fly this route?

This route is served by 2 airlines: Southwest Airlines, American Airlines.

Are there direct flights?

Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $263. Total direct flights found: 1.

Which day of the week is cheapest?

The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.

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 Los Angeles — Des Moines

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

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

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

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $142 (18.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $203, ranging from $142 to $263. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Wednesday.

Other destinations in United States from Los Angeles

Cheap flights Los Angeles — Des Moines

From — Los Angeles (1)

To — Des Moines (1)

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