Cheap flights from LAX to DSM (Los Angeles Intl. to Des Moines Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from LAX to DSM starting at $85 One Way, $149 Round Trip

Prices starting at $149 for return flights and $85 for one-way flights to Des Moines Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hotel Ideas near Des Moines Intl.

Airport Hotels near Des Moines Intl.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
$67 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$74 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,640 reviews)
Very friendly staff and convenient location.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
$62 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$70 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,021 reviews)
Nice place to stay

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$71 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice clean room, helpful staff and convenient to our function.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Des Moines

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$98 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,050 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, very good location.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
$139 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
$155 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,041 reviews)
Nice and clea

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
$67 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$74 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,640 reviews)
Very friendly staff and convenient location.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Des Moines Hotels With Airport Transportation

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
$67 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$74 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,640 reviews)
Very friendly staff and convenient location.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$71 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice clean room, helpful staff and convenient to our function.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
$106 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$118 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Better than average property. Close to airport for quick access. Would recommend and will stay here again.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Des Moines Hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
$51 nightly
The price is $57 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$57 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (637 reviews)
Clean, safe, & quiet, love this place

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$76 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (648 reviews)
This was a no frills place to stay but the room was nice and the front desk guy was friendly. If you are looking for a cheap but nice place to stay, check them out.

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

Cozy Rest Motel
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2 out of 5
1258 8th St, West Des Moines, IA
$60 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$67 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
Breakfast didn't offer many options. The room is in a bad shape! It smells so terrible! The bed is dirty! The air is very drafty!

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Quality Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA
$119 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$133 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,217 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean rooms

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

Wildwood Lodge
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
$66 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$73 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
5.6/10 (642 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...
Love the staff. This is my second time in the last 30 days. We take the grandkids there. The front desk staff and bar staff are amazing!!!

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave, Des Moines, IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
$80 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,114 reviews)

Families like: Game room, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
Quiet stay with nice amenities. Whirlpool wasnt as hot as expected and they overused the chlorine. Otherwise, a very nice stay. Would love to see the addition of a fruit topping for the waffles/pancakes, or a potato option.

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

LAX to DSM Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
LAX Address & GPS
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA Code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
DSM Address & GPS
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA Code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time Zone:
America/Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from LAX to DSM?
Flying from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Des Moines Intl. Airport means you'll need to change planes. But hey — it's not all bad. American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines offer flights with just a single stopover.
What is the shortest flight from LAX to DSM?
Jetting from LAX to Des Moines Intl. Airport will take a minimum of 5 hours and 37 minutes. Enjoy a tipple and read a few magazines — now's your chance to just relax.
How many hours flight from LAX to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
The flight from LAX to DSM will take an average of 5 hours and 44 minutes. A few TV shows, a gripping novel and a bit of shut-eye will make the time fly by.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to DSM?
There are no airlines operating direct flights between LAX and DSM. Plan ahead and book a multi or single-stop plane ticket.

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