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Cheap flights from Des Moines to California from $54

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Allegiant Air Logo
8:15 pm - 9:31 pm
DSM
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LAS
3h 16mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
1:06 pm - 6:01 pm
LAS
-
DSM
2h 55mnonstop
$157Allegiant Air
Mon, May 4 - Thu, May 7
Frontier Logo
8:23 pm - 11:36 pm
DSM
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LAS
5h 13m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:29 am - 1:31 pm
LAS
-
DSM
11h 02m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 19
United Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 10:40 pm
DSM
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PSP
9h 19m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:47 pm
PSP
-
DSM
5h 32m
1 stop
$287United Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 5:23 pm
DSM
-
SJC
5h 48m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:33 pm - 11:44 pm
SJC
-
DSM
7h 11m
1 stop
$290United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
American Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 6:07 pm
DSM
-
PSP
8h 58m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:45 pm - 11:16 pm
PSP
-
DSM
6h 31m
1 stop
$292American Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
Delta Logo
2:33 pm - 10:55 pm
DSM
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SJC
10h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 4:54 pm
SJC
-
DSM
8h 39m
1 stop
$311Delta
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9
Delta Logo
2:33 pm - 10:55 pm
DSM
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SJC
10h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:59 pm - 2:05 pm
SJC
-
DSM
13h 06m
2 stops
$316Delta
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9
American Airlines Logo
5:01 pm - 11:29 pm
DSM
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SMF
8h 28m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 11:49 pm
SMF
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DSM
8h 46m
2 stops
$322American Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, May 19
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 9:55 pm
DSM
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SJC
5h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 6:00 pm
SJC
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DSM
9h 15m
2 stops
$323Southwest
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 10:00 pm
DSM
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SJC
8h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 6:00 pm
SJC
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DSM
9h 15m
2 stops
$328Southwest
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to California

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American Airlines
May 2
DSM6:56 pmDes Moines
3h 57m
LAX8:53 pmLos Angeles
May 6
LAX12:50 pmLos Angeles
3h 35m
DSM6:25 pmDes Moines
$231
American Airlines
Apr 18
DSM12:03 pmDes Moines
8h 02m
1 stop
SAN6:05 pmSan Diego
Apr 21
SAN10:40 pmSan Diego
7h 46m
1 stop
DSM8:26 amDes Moines
$277
American Airlines
Apr 22
DSM11:09 amDes Moines
8h 58m
2 stops
PSP6:07 pmPalm Springs
Apr 28
PSP2:45 pmPalm Springs
6h 31m
1 stop
DSM11:16 pmDes Moines
$292

Frontier flights from Des Moines to California

Our best Frontier deals on Des Moines to California flight tickets
Frontier
May 4
DSM8:23 pmDes Moines
5h 48m
1 stop
LAX12:11 amLos Angeles
May 6
LAX6:30 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
$160
Frontier
May 4
DSM8:23 pmDes Moines
5h 48m
1 stop
LAX12:11 amLos Angeles
May 6
LAX6:30 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
$161
Frontier
May 4
DSM8:23 pmDes Moines
14h 32m
1 stop
LAX8:55 amLos Angeles
May 6
LAX6:30 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
$171

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Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

8:15 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/7

1:06 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$157

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

8:23 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/19

12:29 am-1:31 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$160

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

3:21 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Palm Springs

Tue 4/28

5:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$287

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

1:35 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop5h 48m

San Jose

Sat 5/16

2:33 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$290

Des MoinesPalm Springs

DSM - PSP

DSMPSP

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

11:09 am-6:07 pm

2 stops8h 58m

Palm Springs

Tue 4/28

2:45 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$292

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 5/26

2:33 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop10h 22m

San Jose

Tue 6/9

6:15 am-4:54 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$311

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 5/26

2:33 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop10h 22m

San Jose

Tue 6/9

10:59 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops13h 06m

$316

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

5:01 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

1:03 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$322

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

6:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 25m

San Jose

Sat 5/16

6:45 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$323

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 5/13

3:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

San Jose

Sat 5/16

6:45 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$328

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $332.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $310. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Tuesday is $576.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $369. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $413 on average. Flights to California from Des Moines in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $360 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Des Moines for as low as $282 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Des Moines to California.

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Best Price Found

$115

Fastest flight time

3h 07m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $115. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $126.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to California takes 3h 07m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Des Moines there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to California?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your California 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.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to California

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FrontierPriceFrom $100Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,008 reviews
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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
7.3
708 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $118Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,360 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $208Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,534 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $213Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,329 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $222Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,522 reviews
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Flights from Des Moines to California with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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