DSM - LGB

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Cheapest round-trip
$340
Typical prices: $378-$471
Southwest
Wed 10/17Sun 10/21
DSM - LGB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$220
Typical prices: $226-$287
Southwest
Tue 1/16
DSM - LGB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Long Beach. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 12% price drop
March
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $346 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Long Beach (DSM-LGB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Long Beach

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:15 am - 10:30 amDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:20 am - 5:45 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$368Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:15 am - 1:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Sacramento Intl
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10:20 am - 5:45 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$373Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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4:00 pm - 9:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 46m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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7:10 am - 9:24 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
12h 14m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$387Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 6
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4:00 pm - 9:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 46m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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7:10 am - 9:24 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
12h 14m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$387Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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2:30 pm - 5:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 am - 8:45 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
9h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$394Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 13
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7:15 am - 10:30 amDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 3:15 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$394Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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2:30 pm - 5:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:50 am - 7:50 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
$402Southwest
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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12:00 pm - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:05 am - 5:15 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
6h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$403Southwest
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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12:00 pm - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:05 am - 5:15 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
6h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$403Southwest
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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12:00 pm - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:30 am - 8:30 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
7h 00m2 stops San Jose Denver Intl
$408Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Long Beach flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Long Beach?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Long Beach start at $340. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $378 to $471. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $340 on Southwest.

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Key details for Des Moines to Long Beach flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$220
Flight from Des Moines to Long Beach

When to book flights from Des Moines to Long Beach

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Long Beach based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Long Beach flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Long Beach?

    Flights from Des Moines to Long Beach usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Long Beach?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Long Beach.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Long Beach pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Long Beach most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Long Beach?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Des Moines to Long Beach route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $380 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $156. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Long Beach?

    Some of the most popular sights in Long Beach are Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Cruise Terminal Dome. These are among the most viewed places in Long Beach on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Long Beach?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Long Beach takes 0h 00m, covering 1,435 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Long Beach?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Long Beach changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $340 to $3,022. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Long Beach looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Long Beach are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $491, which is 117% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Long Beach?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 6h 07m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 09m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Long Beach?

    Long Beach is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?

    Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Long Beach flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Long Beach range from $378 to $471, with an average of $410 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Long Beach flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $380 - about $156 less than Friday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Long Beach trip for October. Fares historically average $360 round-trip in that month - typically $253 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Long Beach Municipal Airport.
    - Residence Inn by Marriott Long Beach
    - Holiday Inn Long Beach Airport By IHG
    - Hampton Inn Long Beach Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to Long Beach

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
Long Beach (LGB)