Direct flights from Los Angeles to Des Moines
7 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from LAX to DSM.
Flight time: about 2h47m nonstop
Flying back? Des Moines → Los Angeles · 7 nonstop flights a week
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Los Angeles local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| American SKW4891 | 12:49p | 2h46m | Sun |
| American SKW6230 | 1:19p | 2h47m | Mon–Sat |
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Other airports near Los Angeles with nonstops to Des Moines
| Airport | Distance | Flights / wk |
|---|---|---|
| SNA — Orange CountyAllegiant | 36 mi | 3 |
The route
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Nonstop from Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has 7 nonstop flights a week to Des Moines (DSM), operated by American. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of LAX and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Des Moines?
The nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM) takes about 2h47m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Los Angeles to Des Moines?
Driving from Los Angeles to Des Moines takes about 24h 27m behind the wheel — roughly 1,684 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 2h47m.
Is there a nonstop return flight from Des Moines to Los Angeles?
Yes — 7 nonstop flights a week from Des Moines (DSM) back to Los Angeles (LAX) on American, based on recently observed departures.