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$120 Find Cheap Flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$149
Typical prices: $450-$157
Allegiant Air
jue. 5/21dom. 5/24
SNA - DSM • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$156
Typical prices: $194-$127
Allegiant Air
jue. 5/21dom. 5/24
SNA - DSM • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 3h 18m
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Cheapest • Avg $315 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines (SNA-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Des Moines

jue., may. 21 - dom., may. 24
Allegiant Air Logo
10:32 am - 3:51 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 19mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:42 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 42mnonstop
$149Allegiant Air
jue., may. 21 - dom., may. 24
Allegiant Air Logo
10:32 am - 3:51 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 19mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:42 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 42mnonstop
$156Allegiant Air
jue., may. 21 - dom., may. 24
Allegiant Air Logo
10:32 am - 3:51 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 19mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:42 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 42mnonstop
$163Allegiant Air
jue., may. 21 - dom., may. 24
Allegiant Air Logo
10:32 am - 3:51 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 19mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:00 am - 9:42 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 42mnonstop
$188Allegiant Air
mar., may. 19 - mié., may. 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 12:59 pm
SNA
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DSM
27h 29m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 9:09 am
DSM
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SNA
20h 53m
1 stop
$198Multiple Airlines
jue., jun. 18 - sáb., jun. 20
Allegiant Air Logo
9:28 am - 2:42 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 14mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
9:30 am - 11:08 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 38mnonstop
$221Allegiant Air
jue., jun. 18 - dom., jun. 21
Allegiant Air Logo
9:28 am - 2:42 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 14mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
7:00 am - 8:38 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 38mnonstop
$225Allegiant Air
jue., jun. 4 - dom., jun. 7
Allegiant Air Logo
9:28 am - 2:42 pm
SNA
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DSM
3h 14mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
7:00 am - 8:38 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 38mnonstop
$229Allegiant Air
jue., may. 21 - dom., may. 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 8:52 pm
SNA
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DSM
22h 42m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:42 am
DSM
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SNA
3h 42mnonstop
$238Multiple Airlines
mar., may. 19 - mié., may. 27
American Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 11:16 pm
SNA
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DSM
7h 59m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 8:55 am
DSM
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SNA
5h 10m
1 stop
$244American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Santa Ana to Des Moines flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana, California to Des Moines?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Des Moines departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Des Moines back to John Wayne (Santa Ana), the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines is January, where tickets cost $175 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $403 and $383 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $238, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$120
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana 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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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines

  • What is the cheapest flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines was $120 for a one-way ticket and $156 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and Des Moines?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and Des Moines, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines on on Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines, United Airlines or Allegiant Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines are United Airlines and Allegiant Air. With an average price for the route of $698 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Allegiant Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $194 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from John Wayne (Santa Ana) is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to John Wayne (Santa Ana) with another airline. Booking your flights between John Wayne (Santa Ana) and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from John Wayne (Santa Ana) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $91 or less one-way and $157 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines.
Find which airlines fly direct from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport to Des Moines Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Des Moines to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Santa Ana to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from John Wayne (Santa Ana) to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Santa Ana to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9680 reviews
8.1Crew
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.3Comfort
Airline reviews

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

4.0 OkayMichael, Apr 2026
SNA - DEN
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Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

It was perfect! I've never flown with United before, but I definitely will in the future

I had a cancelled flight because of technical issues going to my destination, and a delayed flight coming home. All told it wasn’t a total bust.

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

Great. No choice for n/a. No food or entertainment options

No food is available without purchasing it and there is no in-flight entertainment. Both of these are OK because we got an inexpensive flight from Allegiant and, otherwise, our experience was excellent.

just had water and there was plenty of leg & seat room. But then i don't weight 220#s!!

Not totally their fault- screaming kids that had zero parent intervention.

It was cold on the flight. The crew was very pleasant. I didn't order any food. We were delayed due to Captain waiting on maintenance log. He kept us informed though. The flight itself was smooth. I would definitely fly with Allegiant again!

I had a fantastic experience with Allegiant. I had wheelchair assistance and they helped me find my luggage and brought me to my car. Even loaded my luggage. Wonderful service!! Thank you Allegiant!

Superb. Staff great. Great flight. As with other airlines, seating too tight and restrictive.

There is not one likable thing about this airline. It’s starts with the deceptive pricing and continues through the whole flight. The worst staff I’ve ever experienced way over priced bags absolutely no food or drink (unacceptable and you should be embarrassed) the seats are cramped and uncomfortable there is no entertainment there is nothing about this trash airline that constitutes any amount of money. It’s worse than spirit and way more expensive it is disgraceful. Do not travel with Allegiant I repeat do not bother no matter what they say the price is it is never ever going to be the right choice I’m mind blown at how awful the entire experience was I’m embarrassed that I chose so poorly I cannot reiterate enough how beyond horrible this company and its staff are, not one person on this flight or at the airport is qualified to sweep up trash on a city sidewalk they should certainly never be given any job that requires a brain or manners or communication with human beings, what a disgrace to the human race. Your criminal chiselers and should be put out to pasture

Great flight. Friendly staff. Free snacks and drinks would be nice. I would love fewer taxes and fees added on.

My 90 year old father flew with me. He needed wheel chair assistance and is nearly deaf. The staff was amazing with him.

Left early arrived early..right amount of talking from pilots..of course had to love the biscuit and water!

Boarding gate at LAX was too crowded—two gates next to one another

On time departure and early arrival. Flight attendant very nice.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

Was not able to do a online check-in because the American Airlines system doesn't store our visa or other passport information, allowing us to have a trouble-free check-in. We were forced to have to check-in at the counter which Changes are upgrade status given that we were not able to check in much earlier.

Good flight, seated and had a water within 5 minutes. Crew was hospitable.

We left at 1030 am pacific from LA and supposed to land at 7 pm Eastern in NY. They made a detour, stopped in Philadelphia and didn’t land till 1130 PM Eastern!!! Worst flight experience with no pilot communication with no explanation as to what was going on. Everyone was very frustrated to say the least.

Flight boarded from Gate 159B, the farthest gate in the LAX Bradley Terminal. While the flight operated on time, the first class cabin attendant made no recognition of my being an Advantage Executive Platinum member.

The flight itself was excellent but the gate attendant made me check my carryon since she said it was an inch too big. I’ve had no problems with this carryon on recent flights on Qantas, Delta, Austrian, Southwest Airlines even though the overhead bins are the same size. there were other carryons in the bins that also looked larger than mine and there was room left in the bins for more. When I picked up my carryon from baggage claim one of the wheels had broken off.

I was in last row so that is never great bc the person in front of me leaned his seat all the way back into me.

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