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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles from $179

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Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 10:30 am
DSM
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LGB
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 1:55 pm
LGB
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DSM
5h 00m
1 stop
$327Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23
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6:10 am - 12:20 pm
DSM
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LGB
8h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 9:00 pm
LGB
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DSM
8h 50m
2 stops
$332Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 1:35 pm
DSM
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LGB
8h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 9:00 pm
LGB
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DSM
7h 20m
2 stops
$337Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23
Southwest Logo
12:25 pm - 9:10 pm
DSM
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LGB
10h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 4:00 pm
LGB
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DSM
7h 10m
1 stop
$370Southwest
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
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12:05 pm - 5:15 pm
DSM
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LGB
7h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 9:15 pm
LGB
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DSM
5h 25m
1 stop
$375Southwest
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
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6:40 am - 10:10 am
DSM
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LGB
5h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:45 am - 9:15 pm
LGB
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DSM
8h 30m
2 stops
$380Southwest
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
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2:10 pm - 7:45 pm
DSM
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LGB
7h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
12:40 pm - 10:10 pm
LGB
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DSM
7h 30m
2 stops
$385Southwest
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
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6:55 am - 10:35 am
DSM
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LGB
5h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 8:55 pm
LGB
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DSM
5h 35m
1 stop
$392Southwest
Tue, May 19 - Sat, May 23
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6:10 am - 9:25 am
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LGB
5h 15m
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2:55 pm - 9:40 pm
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4h 45m
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$395Southwest
Sun, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 1
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6:10 am - 10:55 am
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LGB
6h 45m
2 stops
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2:55 pm - 9:40 pm
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DSM
4h 45m
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$400Southwest
Sun, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 1

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Long Beach

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Long Beach flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 9
DSM7:15 amDes Moines
5h 15m
1 stop
LGB10:30 amLong Beach Municipal
Sep 23
LGB6:55 amLong Beach Municipal
5h 00m
1 stop
DSM1:55 pmDes Moines
$327
Southwest
Sep 9
DSM6:10 amDes Moines
8h 10m
1 stop
LGB12:20 pmLong Beach Municipal
Sep 23
LGB10:10 amLong Beach Municipal
8h 50m
2 stops
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
$332
Southwest
Sep 9
DSM7:15 amDes Moines
8h 20m
2 stops
LGB1:35 pmLong Beach Municipal
Sep 23
LGB11:40 amLong Beach Municipal
7h 20m
2 stops
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
$337

Delta flights from Des Moines to Long Beach

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Long Beach flight tickets
Delta
Jun 9
DSM2:45 pmDes Moines
27h 30m
2 stops
LGB4:15 pmLong Beach Municipal
Jun 16
LGB4:58 pmLong Beach Municipal
19h 07m
2 stops
DSM2:05 pmDes Moines
$558
Delta
Jun 9
DSM6:03 pmDes Moines
24h 12m
2 stops
LGB4:15 pmLong Beach Municipal
Jun 13
LGB1:04 pmLong Beach Municipal
25h 50m
2 stops
DSM4:54 pmDes Moines
$598
Delta
Jun 10
DSM6:43 amDes Moines
11h 32m
2 stops
LGB4:15 pmLong Beach Municipal
Jun 16
LGB4:58 pmLong Beach Municipal
15h 16m
2 stops
DSM10:14 amDes Moines
$608

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Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

7:15 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 15m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 9/23

6:55 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$327

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

6:10 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 9/23

10:10 am-9:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$332

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

7:15 am-1:35 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 9/23

11:40 am-9:00 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$337

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

12:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 6/4

6:50 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$370

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

12:05 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 4/29

1:50 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$375

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

6:40 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 30m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 4/29

10:45 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$380

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

2:10 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 4/29

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$385

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

6:55 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 40m

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 5/23

1:20 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$392
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

6:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop5h 15m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 7/1

2:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$395

Des MoinesLong Beach

DSM - LGB

DSMLGB

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

6:10 am-10:55 am

2 stops6h 45m

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 7/1

2:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$400

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Long Beach?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Long Beach?

The cheapest month to fly to Long Beach from Des Moines is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $217, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Long Beach in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $355.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Long Beach flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Long Beach flight.

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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 $313Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,328 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Des Moines to Long Beach

    Across 3 Southwest flights from Des Moines to Long Beach this week, the average price was $398, with the best Southwest deals starting from $313 round-trip. 4,328 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

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