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Cheapest round-trip
$233
Typical prices: $384-$485
Southwest
Sat 12/15Sat 12/15
DSM - LGB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$152
Typical prices: $226-$262
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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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 20% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $346 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 21m (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

Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:00 am - 10:20 amDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:35 am - 10:00 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$233Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:05 pm - 5:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:00 am - 9:35 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$233Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:00 am - 11:55 amDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Salt Lake City
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2:00 pm - 8:45 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
4h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$239Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:05 pm - 5:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:40 am - 5:40 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 00m2 stops Sacramento Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$239Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:00 am - 2:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 10m2 stops Denver Intl San Jose
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10:45 am - 8:40 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
7h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$244Southwest
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25
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4:15 pm - 8:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 1:55 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$289Southwest
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25
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4:15 pm - 8:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 1:55 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$290Southwest
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25
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7:05 am - 1:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
8h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Sacramento Intl
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6:50 am - 1:55 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$294Southwest
Tue, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 22
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7:00 am - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
11h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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5:05 pm - 3:57 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
20h 52m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$587Delta
Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 23
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7:00 am - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
11h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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12:59 pm - 10:20 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
19h 21m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$587Delta
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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 typically range from $384 to $485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233, on Southwest.

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Key details for Des Moines to Long Beach flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$152
The most popular month to fly with an average 150% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Long Beach takes 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.

  • 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 $384 to $485, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $259, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Avis

  • 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).

  • 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) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Des Moines to Long Beach. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $374 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $485, a difference of $111.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 21m, 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $374, about $111 less than Wednesday fares (23% 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 $346 round-trip in that month - typically $267 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
    • Long Beach Marriott
    • Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Airport

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