Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles International

Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

• Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

• Los Angeles is two hours behind Des Moines and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

• Give yourself plenty of time to make your DSM to LAX flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

• During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

• Delta Air Lines is your gateway to discovering Los Angeles (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this carrier.

• Delta Air Lines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

• If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DSM and LAX:

  • Denver International Airport

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

  • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is Rs25,684. A return fare right now is Rs54,665. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

• Book eight months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DSM to LAX.

• Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

• Picking up cheap flights from DSM to LAX is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

• Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

• The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

• Des Moines International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DSM arrive on schedule 80.45% of the time.

• To get to Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

• The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.

• Taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near DSM:

  • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham des Moines Airport

  • Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

  • Quality Inn & Suites des Moines Airport

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:

  • Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo

  • LAX Stadium Inn - El Segundo/Inglewood

  • Los Angeles Adventurer All Suite Hotel at LAX

• Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.

• Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your travel date.

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

• The address for LAX is One World Way.

• Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

• Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• July is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.

• The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

• If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 26ºC then.

Explore more of United States

• You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

• If you want to check out another major destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.