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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles from $146

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Los Angeles departing on 7/14. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 9:10 pm
DSM
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LGB
11h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 1:45 pm
LGB
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DSM
4h 45m
1 stop
$301Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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2:25 pm - 9:05 pm
DSM
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LGB
8h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 9:15 pm
LGB
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DSM
7h 35m
2 stops
$306Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 10:20 am
DSM
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LGB
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 6:35 pm
LGB
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DSM
7h 50m
1 stop
$423Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 2:10 pm
DSM
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LGB
9h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 6:35 pm
LGB
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DSM
7h 50m
1 stop
$428Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:05 am - 2:30 pm
DSM
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LGB
9h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 10:00 pm
LGB
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DSM
8h 30m
2 stops
$433Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 1:45 pm
DSM
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LGB
9h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 10:25 pm
LGB
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DSM
10h 40m
1 stop
$461Southwest
Sat, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 17
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6:10 am - 9:25 am
DSM
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LGB
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 10:25 pm
LGB
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DSM
10h 40m
1 stop
$472Southwest
Sat, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 17
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5:10 am - 3:30 pm
DSM
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LGB
12h 20m
1 stop
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9:45 am - 10:25 pm
LGB
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DSM
10h 40m
1 stop
$478Southwest
Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 17
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6:10 am - 2:00 pm
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LGB
9h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:55 am - 10:25 pm
LGB
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DSM
8h 30m
2 stops
$480Southwest
Sat, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 17
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5:10 am - 3:30 pm
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LGB
12h 20m
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9:55 am - 10:25 pm
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DSM
10h 30m
2 stops
$498Southwest
Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 17

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Long Beach

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Long Beach flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 20
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
8h 40m
2 stops
LGB9:05 pmLong Beach Municipal
Aug 24
LGB1:25 pmLong Beach Municipal
5h 50m
1 stop
DSM9:15 pmDes Moines
$301
Southwest
Aug 20
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
8h 40m
2 stops
LGB9:05 pmLong Beach Municipal
Aug 24
LGB11:40 amLong Beach Municipal
7h 35m
2 stops
DSM9:15 pmDes Moines
$306
Southwest
Nov 27
DSM1:50 pmDes Moines
9h 20m
2 stops
LGB9:10 pmLong Beach Municipal
Dec 12
LGB6:55 amLong Beach Municipal
4h 45m
1 stop
DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
$398

Delta flights from Des Moines to Long Beach

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Long Beach flight tickets
Delta
Nov 18
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
12h 00m
2 stops
LGB4:20 pmLong Beach Municipal
Nov 21
LGB12:59 pmLong Beach Municipal
23h 12m
2 stops
DSM2:11 pmDes Moines
$586
Delta
Nov 18
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
12h 00m
2 stops
LGB4:20 pmLong Beach Municipal
Nov 23
LGB12:59 pmLong Beach Municipal
18h 25m
2 stops
DSM9:24 amDes Moines
$627
Delta
Nov 18
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
12h 00m
2 stops
LGB4:20 pmLong Beach Municipal
Nov 22
LGB5:05 pmLong Beach Municipal
19h 06m
2 stops
DSM2:11 pmDes Moines
$712

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Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Thu 8/20

12:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 8/24

7:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$301

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Thu 8/20

2:25 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 8/24

11:40 am-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$306
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Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

7:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 15m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 12/11

8:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$423

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

7:05 am-2:10 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 12/11

8:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$428

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

7:05 am-2:30 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 12/11

11:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$433

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sat 7/11

6:10 am-1:45 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 7/17

9:45 am-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$461

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sat 7/11

6:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop5h 15m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 7/17

9:45 am-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$472

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

5:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 7/17

9:45 am-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$478

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sat 7/11

6:10 am-2:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 7/17

11:55 am-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$480

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

5:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 7/17

9:55 am-10:25 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$498

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Long Beach?

The cheapest month to fly to Long Beach from Des Moines is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $355, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Long Beach in October, then you should wait until January to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $374.

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Fastest flight time

5h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Long Beach takes 5h 15m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Long Beach. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Long Beach.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Long Beach

  • How far is Des Moines to Long Beach Municipal by plane?

    A flight from Des Moines to Long Beach Municipal will travel around 1440.4 mi. 5h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Long Beach Municipal Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Long Beach Municipal Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Long Beach Municipal Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Long Beach Municipal 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 Long Beach Municipal Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Long Beach Municipal Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Long Beach Municipal 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 airline from Des Moines to Long Beach?

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SouthwestPriceFrom $295Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,237 reviews
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