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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles from $224

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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
5:00 am - 12:54 pm
SBA
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DSM
5h 54m
1 stop
$407United Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 12
United Airlines Logo
9:04 am - 1:18 pm
DSM
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SBA
6h 14m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 8:27 pm
SBA
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DSM
5h 25m
1 stop
$412United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 6
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 4:35 pm
DSM
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SBA
12h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 1:40 pm
SBA
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DSM
5h 20m
1 stop
$417Southwest
Wed, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 6
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 4:35 pm
DSM
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SBA
12h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:05 am - 10:20 pm
SBA
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DSM
9h 15m
2 stops
$422Southwest
Wed, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 6
Southwest Logo
6:35 pm - 9:50 pm
DSM
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SBA
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 1:40 pm
SBA
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DSM
5h 20m
1 stop
$447Southwest
Tue, Mar 24 - Mon, Mar 30
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 3:55 pm
DSM
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SBA
5h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 10:35 pm
SBA
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DSM
9h 35m
2 stops
$448Southwest
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 12:05 am
DSM
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SBA
5h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 5:45 pm
SBA
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DSM
8h 25m
1 stop
$452Southwest
Sun, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 18
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 11:57 am
DSM
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SBA
8h 52m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:12 am - 1:47 pm
SBA
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DSM
6h 35m
1 stop
$453American Airlines
Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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SBA
7h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 10:35 pm
SBA
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DSM
9h 35m
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$457Southwest
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 3:55 pm
DSM
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SBA
5h 10m
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Southwest Logo
9:35 am - 8:00 pm
SBA
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DSM
8h 25m
1 stop
$458Southwest
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

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United Airlines
May 8
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
5h 46m
1 stop
SBA9:03 pmSanta Barbara
May 12
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
5h 54m
1 stop
DSM12:54 pmDes Moines
$407
United Airlines
Mar 4
DSM9:04 amDes Moines
6h 14m
1 stop
SBA1:18 pmSanta Barbara
Mar 6
SBA1:02 pmSanta Barbara
5h 25m
1 stop
DSM8:27 pmDes Moines
$412
United Airlines
Feb 14
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
20h 22m
2 stops
SBA11:52 pmSanta Barbara
Feb 18
SBA6:23 amSanta Barbara
15h 20m
2 stops
DSM11:43 pmDes Moines
$558

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 21
DSM5:05 amDes Moines
8h 52m
2 stops
SBA11:57 amSanta Barbara
Mar 28
SBA5:12 amSanta Barbara
6h 35m
1 stop
DSM1:47 pmDes Moines
$453
American Airlines
Jul 19
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
5h 30m
1 stop
SBA9:15 amSanta Barbara
Jul 27
SBA7:24 pmSanta Barbara
10h 59m
2 stops
DSM8:23 amDes Moines
$516
American Airlines
Feb 20
DSM6:23 pmDes Moines
6h 33m
1 stop
SBA10:56 pmSanta Barbara
Feb 24
SBA4:40 pmSanta Barbara
14h 10m
2 stops
DSM8:50 amDes Moines
$546

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Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

5:17 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

5:00 am-12:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$407

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

9:04 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

1:02 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$412

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

6:10 am-4:35 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

6:20 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$417

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

6:10 am-4:35 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

11:05 am-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$422

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

6:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/30

6:20 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$447

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

12:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/8

11:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$448

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

8:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 25m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/18

7:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$452

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

5:05 am-11:57 am

2 stops8h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/28

5:12 am-1:47 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$453

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

7:10 pm-12:10 am

2 stops7h 00m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/8

11:00 am-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$457

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM - SBA

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

12:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/8

9:35 am-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$458

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Fastest flight time

5h 10m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Santa Barbara takes 5h 10m
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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 10m.

  • 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
9,240 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $434Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,237 reviews
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