Direct flights from Des Moines to Los Angeles
7 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from DSM to LAX.
Flight time: about 3h22m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Des Moines local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkyWest SKW4971 | 7:09p | 3h22m | Tue, Sat, Sun |
| SkyWest SKW4971 | 8:01p | 3h22m | Fri |
| SkyWest SKW4971 | 8:08p | 3h22m | Thu |
| SkyWest SKW4971 | 8:25p | 3h22m | Wed |
| SkyWest SKW4971 | 11:43p | 3h22m | Mon |
The route
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Nonstop from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) has 7 nonstop flights a week to Los Angeles (LAX), operated by SkyWest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of DSM and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to Los Angeles?
The nonstop flight from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 3h22m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Des Moines to Los Angeles?
Driving from Des Moines to Los Angeles takes about 24h 27m behind the wheel — roughly 1,684 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 3h22m.