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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles from $182

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United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 9:03 pm
DSM
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SBA
5h 46m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:24 pm
SBA
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DSM
8h 47m
1 stop
$399United Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6
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10:02 am - 9:03 pm
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SBA
13h 01m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:24 pm
SBA
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DSM
8h 47m
1 stop
$404United Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 3:34 pm
DSM
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SBA
11h 19m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:37 am
SBA
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DSM
13h 47m
2 stops
$409United Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6
American Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 6:08 pm
DSM
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SBA
5h 30m
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American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 10:26 am
SBA
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DSM
13h 13m
2 stops
$420American Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 11:19 pm
DSM
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SBA
6h 53m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 10:26 am
SBA
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DSM
13h 13m
2 stops
$438American Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
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2:38 pm - 6:08 pm
DSM
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SBA
5h 30m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 8:26 am
SBA
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DSM
11h 13m
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$474American Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
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11:09 am - 6:08 pm
DSM
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SBA
8h 59m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 8:26 am
SBA
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DSM
11h 13m
2 stops
$487American Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
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11:09 am - 6:08 pm
DSM
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SBA
8h 59m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 10:26 am
SBA
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DSM
13h 13m
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$497American Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 9:23 pm
DSM
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SBA
6h 06m
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United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:24 pm
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DSM
8h 47m
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$499United Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, Apr 30
United Airlines Logo
3:21 pm - 12:36 am
DSM
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11h 15m
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United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 9:23 pm
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DSM
6h 46m
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$504United Airlines
Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, Apr 30

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 12
DSM8:40 pmDes Moines
5h 25m
1 stop
SBA12:05 amSanta Barbara
Apr 16
SBA6:20 amSanta Barbara
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM1:10 pmDes Moines
$587
Southwest
Apr 12
DSM8:40 pmDes Moines
5h 25m
1 stop
SBA12:05 amSanta Barbara
Apr 16
SBA5:20 amSanta Barbara
11h 15m
2 stops
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
$592
Southwest
Apr 12
DSM4:20 pmDes Moines
8h 15m
2 stops
SBA10:35 pmSanta Barbara
Apr 16
SBA5:20 amSanta Barbara
11h 15m
2 stops
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
$597

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 30
DSM2:38 pmDes Moines
5h 30m
1 stop
SBA6:08 pmSanta Barbara
May 3
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
13h 13m
2 stops
DSM10:26 amDes Moines
$420
American Airlines
Apr 30
DSM6:26 pmDes Moines
6h 53m
1 stop
SBA11:19 pmSanta Barbara
May 3
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
13h 13m
2 stops
DSM10:26 amDes Moines
$438
American Airlines
Apr 30
DSM2:38 pmDes Moines
5h 30m
1 stop
SBA6:08 pmSanta Barbara
May 3
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
11h 13m
2 stops
DSM8:26 amDes Moines
$474

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Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

5:17 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

12:37 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$399

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

10:02 am-9:03 pm

2 stops13h 01m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

12:37 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$404

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

6:15 am-3:34 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

6:50 pm-10:37 am

2 stops13h 47m

$409

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

2:38 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

7:13 pm-10:26 am

2 stops13h 13m

$420

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

6:26 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

7:13 pm-10:26 am

2 stops13h 13m

$438

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

2:38 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

7:13 pm-8:26 am

2 stops11h 13m

$474

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

11:09 am-6:08 pm

2 stops8h 59m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

7:13 pm-8:26 am

2 stops11h 13m

$487

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

11:09 am-6:08 pm

2 stops8h 59m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

7:13 pm-10:26 am

2 stops13h 13m

$497

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

5:17 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/30

12:37 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$499

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

3:21 pm-12:36 am

2 stops11h 15m

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/30

12:37 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$504

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Fastest flight time

5h 46m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Santa Barbara takes 5h 46m
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  • How far is Des Moines to Santa Barbara by plane?

    The distance between Des Moines and Santa Barbara is about 1495.4 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 46m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Santa Barbara Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

    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 Santa Barbara Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara 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.

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,499 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $437Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,520 reviews
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