$138 Cheap American Airlines flights Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Grab budget-friendly return American Airlines flights from $275 from DSM to LAX by sorting your results from “Price (lowest to highest)” on Expedia. Or search for deals from $138 for a one-way trip.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

January is one of the cheapest months to get away to Los Angeles with American Airlines. You could also find fantastic deals on one-way and return fares in February.

Search for affordable American Airlines flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) one to three months ahead of your departure. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. No matter the fare class and journey, the ideal day to book a domestic flight is usually Sunday and the most expensive tends to be Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

To find out if there’s a direct route from DSM to LAX with American Airlines or other airlines, check the “Nonstop” box when looking for flights.

Search American Airlines’s earliest flights from DSM to LAX by using the “Morning” and “Early Morning” filters. Not only will you arrive at your destination sooner, early departures are also 20% less likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

Hop on an American Airlines flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Los Angeles, and you’ll most likely arrive at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This is the airline’s primary hub in this destination.

Changes are generally free within 24 hours of making a booking, but your airline may add a charge after that time. For further details about altering your reservation, check out your “Trips,” select your flight and click on “Manage Booking.” If you’d like the freedom to change your itinerary without being charged, check the “No cancel fee” or “Changes included” filter when organizing your next adventure.