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Cheapest round-trip
$429
Typical prices: $287-$446
Southwest
Mon 10/29Thu 11/1
LGB - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$208
Typical prices: $226-$336
Southwest
Sat 9/22
LGB - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Long Beach and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 36% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $287 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Long Beach to Des Moines (LGB-DSM)

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

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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2:40 pm - 10:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:50 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$429Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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12:10 pm - 10:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 10m2 stops Oakland Denver Intl
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1:50 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$435Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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2:40 pm - 10:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:40 am - 10:10 amDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$443Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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11:50 am - 10:10 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:00 pm - 5:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$480Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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7:05 am - 6:30 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
9h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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2:00 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$498Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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11:15 am - 10:10 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 55m2 stops San Jose Denver Intl
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2:00 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$515Southwest
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25
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1:25 pm - 9:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:25 pm - 6:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$573Southwest
Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25
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11:10 am - 9:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:05 pm - 5:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Sacramento Intl
$578Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:00 am - 8:40 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
11h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:01 pm - 9:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 43m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$2,289Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 26
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7:00 am - 10:38 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-DSM Des Moines
13h 38m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:40 am - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-LGB Long Beach Municipal
11h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$3,611Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Long Beach to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Long Beach to Des Moines start at $429. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $287 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $429 on Southwest.

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Key details for Long Beach to Des Moines flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$208
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from Long Beach to Des Moines

When to book flights from Long Beach to Des Moines

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% 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 Long Beach to Des Moines?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Long Beach to Des Moines route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $304 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $540, a difference of $236. 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 Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are Iowa Events Center, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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

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

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

    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 Long Beach to Des Moines 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 $429 to $3,611. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Long Beach to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 6h 52m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 14m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Payless
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis

Your guide to booking Long Beach to Des Moines 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 Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $304 - about $236 less than Thursday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Long Beach to Des Moines trip for June. Fares historically average $264 round-trip in that month - typically $276 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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