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Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (SBP - DSM) from $253

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SBP — DSM
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$323

One-way from

$298
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 49% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

Flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $337.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBP to DSM?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 8/206:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$253
Tue 8/206:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops12h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$258
Tue 8/206:00 amSBP - DSM
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/225:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$312
Thu 8/1512:14 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/183:58 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$346
Thu 8/1512:14 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/187:02 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$350
Tue 8/206:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/227:02 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$351
Thu 8/156:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/187:02 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$500

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on United Airlines flights traveling from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 8/1912:58 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop21h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/231:45 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops29h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$552
Mon 8/198:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/231:45 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops29h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$555
Wed 8/2112:58 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/229:06 amDSM - SBP
1 stop13h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$560
Wed 8/215:15 amSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/226:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$565
Mon 8/1912:58 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/229:06 amDSM - SBP
1 stop13h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$571
Mon 8/1912:58 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/226:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$576
Mon 8/198:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/226:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$581

San Luis Obispo to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Des Moines in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 8/206:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$253
Tue 8/206:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops12h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$258
Tue 8/206:00 amSBP - DSM
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/225:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$312
Thu 8/1512:14 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/183:58 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$346
Thu 8/1512:14 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/187:02 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$350
Tue 8/206:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/227:02 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$351
Thu 8/156:20 amSBP - DSM
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/187:02 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$500
Mon 8/1912:58 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop21h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/231:45 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops29h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$552
Mon 8/198:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/231:45 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops29h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$555

One-way flights to Des Moines from San Luis Obispo

Search for one-way flight options from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 6/1112:27 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$298
Tue 6/1112:26 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$334
Tue 6/115:15 amSBP - DSM
3 stops38h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$487

Find flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,765,679 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 8/20

2 stops10h 31m

Des Moines

Fri 8/23

1 stop8h 34m

$253

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 8/20

2 stops10h 31m

Des Moines

Fri 8/23

2 stops12h 24m

$258

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 8/20

1 stop7h 13m

Des Moines

Thu 8/22

1 stop8h 34m

$312

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 8/15

1 stop8h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 8/18

1 stop6h 19m

$346

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 8/15

1 stop8h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 8/18

2 stops10h 22m

$350

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 8/20

2 stops10h 31m

Des Moines

Thu 8/22

2 stops10h 22m

$351

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 8/19

1 stop21h 53m

Des Moines

Fri 8/23

2 stops29h 51m

$552

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 8/19

2 stops13h 29m

Des Moines

Fri 8/23

2 stops29h 51m

$555

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 8/21

1 stop8h 46m

Des Moines

Thu 8/22

1 stop13h 53m

$560

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Deals found on 5/29

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

23 - 77 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,284 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $253, but on average you can expect to pay $452.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $253 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $552. American Airlines is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does SBP to DSM mean?

    This is defined as San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP) and Des Moines Airport (DSM). Codes like Des Moines Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/29.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

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American AirlinesCheapest$309Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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