Which airline is most reliable for DSM (Des Moines) to SNA (Santa Ana)?

The most reliable airline on the DSM to SNA route is Allegiant Air, with an on-time arrival rate of 76%.

How often are flights delayed from DSM to SNA?

About 24% of flights from DSM to SNA experience delays. 76% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on DSM to SNA flights?

When flights from DSM to SNA are delayed, the average delay is approximately 67 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a DSM to SNA flight?

With 76% of DSM to SNA flights arriving on time and an average delay of 67 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at SNA is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

DSM → SNA

DSM (Des Moines) to SNA (Santa Ana)

DSM (Des Moines) to SNA (Santa Ana) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Allegiant Air at 76%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

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Departing from DSM

79% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DSM has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~26 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at SNA

83% on time

When flights into SNA are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at SNA: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.