What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to fly which costs $130 - $550 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX). However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas Bus Terminal and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 33m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The distance between Des Moines and Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 1460 miles. The road distance is 1706.2 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) without a car is to bus which takes 38h 33m and costs $250 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus from?

Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $130 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $550 and takes 38h 33m.

Where does the Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus arrive?

Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 3:07 AM in Des Moines and 1:07 AM in Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Can I drive from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 1706 miles. It takes approximately 26h 27m to drive from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Where can I stay near Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

There are 2687+ hotels available in Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly Des Moines to Los Angeles International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DSM - LAX
4h 6m
$138–571
Fly Des Moines to Long Beach Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DSM - LGB
7h 31m
$133–519
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
38h 33m
$259–507
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
41h 35m
$586–1,268
Bus to Omaha, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
2. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane OMA - LAX
8h 21m
$182–420
Drive 1,696.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)car 1,696.3 mi
26h 27m
$310–448

Des Moines to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) by bus (Greyhound)

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38h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,451.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Los Angeles Airport (LAX), USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 38h 33m.

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