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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles from $88

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2:32 pm - 8:27 pmDSM-LAX
7h 55m1 stop
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6:44 am - 1:47 pmLAX-DSM
5h 03m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
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2:32 pm - 12:25 amDSM-LAX
11h 53m1 stop
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6:44 am - 1:47 pmLAX-DSM
5h 03m1 stop
$159Frontier
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Frontier Logo
2:34 pm - 12:25 amDSM-LAX
11h 51m1 stop
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6:44 am - 1:47 pmLAX-DSM
5h 03m1 stop
$169Frontier
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Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
Frontier Logo
2:32 pm - 8:27 pmDSM-LAX
7h 55m1 stop
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5:44 am - 12:47 pmLAX-DSM
5h 03m1 stop
$180Frontier
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
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2:25 pm - 12:27 amDSM-LAX
12h 02m1 stop
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6:44 am - 1:52 pmLAX-DSM
5h 08m1 stop
$182Frontier
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Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 8:08 pmDSM-LAX
7h 43m1 stop
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6:44 am - 1:47 pmLAX-DSM
5h 03m1 stop
$183Frontier
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Mon, Oct 6 - Sun, Nov 9
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2:32 pm - 12:25 amDSM-LAX
11h 53m1 stop
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4:59 pm - 7:08 pmLAX-DSM
24h 09m1 stop
$184Frontier
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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Dec 4
Frontier Logo
2:32 pm - 12:25 amDSM-LAX
11h 53m1 stop
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6:44 am - 1:49 pmLAX-DSM
5h 05m1 stop
$186Frontier
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Sun, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 14
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2:32 pm - 12:25 amDSM-LAX
11h 53m1 stop
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6:00 am - 6:38 pmLAX-DSM
10h 38m1 stop
$199Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 5
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3:10 pm - 5:00 pmDSM-LAX
3h 50mnonstop
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9:05 am - 2:35 pmLAX-DSM
3h 30mnonstop
$257American Airlines
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Los Angeles flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 20
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
9h 34m
1 stop
LAX3:34 pmLos Angeles
Sep 22
LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles
8h 40m
1 stop
DSM10:39 amDes Moines
$388
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United Airlines
Sep 20
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
9h 34m
1 stop
LAX3:34 pmLos Angeles
Sep 22
LAX2:39 pmLos Angeles
7h 02m
1 stop
DSM11:41 pmDes Moines
$468
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United Airlines
Sep 19
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
9h 34m
1 stop
LAX3:34 pmLos Angeles
Sep 22
LAX6:00 amLos Angeles
6h 20m
1 stop
DSM2:20 pmDes Moines
$498
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Los Angeles flight tickets
American Airlines
Oct 14
DSM3:10 pmDes Moines
3h 50m
LAX5:00 pmLos Angeles
Oct 21
LAX9:05 amLos Angeles
3h 30m
DSM2:35 pmDes Moines
$257
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American Airlines
Sep 30
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
6h 12m
1 stop
LAX9:22 amLos Angeles
Oct 7
LAX9:05 amLos Angeles
3h 30m
DSM2:35 pmDes Moines
$319
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American Airlines
Sep 30
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
6h 12m
1 stop
LAX9:22 amLos Angeles
Oct 6
LAX12:45 amLos Angeles
6h 15m
1 stop
DSM9:00 amDes Moines
$339
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
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Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

2:32 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

6:44 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$149

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

2:32 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 53m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

6:44 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$159

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

2:34 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 51m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

6:44 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$169

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

2:32 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

5:44 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$180

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-12:27 am

1 stop12h 02m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

6:44 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$182

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

2:25 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

6:44 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$183

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

2:32 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 53m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

4:59 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop24h 09m

$184

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

2:32 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 53m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/14

6:44 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$186

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

2:32 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 53m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$199

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

3:10 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

9:05 am-2:35 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$257

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Des Moines, with most prices found around $335. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Los Angeles from Des Moines during August instead. Flights to Los Angeles in August, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $358.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $351. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Sunday is $804.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the morning. Flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $202. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $874 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Los Angeles flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $393 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Des Moines for as low as $294 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Des Moines to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Los Angeles flight.

How have Des Moines to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Des Moines to Los Angeles flights are approximately 43% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Los Angeles according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$177

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $177. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $294.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Los Angeles takes 3h 50m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
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  • How far is Des Moines to Los Angeles by plane?

    Los Angeles is 1437.2 mi away from Des Moines. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 50m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles 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 plane model from Des Moines to Los Angeles?

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Los Angeles

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $127Free CancellationRating
7.2
699 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $150Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,172 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $256Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,929 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,954 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $287Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Los Angeles

    United Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Des Moines to Los Angeles, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for Des Moines to Los Angeles starts from $256 round-trip, up to an average price of $407. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7.4/10.

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