$66+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Des Moines (SFO - DSM)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from San Francisco to Des Moines are usually found in September or October, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 February 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $150 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $66 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $486 |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Des Moines
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from San Francisco to Des Moines within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
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Price
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Mon 3/10
6:00 am-7:17 pm
1 stop11h 17m
Des Moines
Wed 3/19
8:17 pm-12:43 am
1 stop6h 26m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Sun 3/9
6:00 am-7:45 pm
1 stop11h 45m
Des Moines
Tue 3/18
1:00 pm-8:46 pm
1 stop9h 46m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Mon 4/7
12:47 am-12:07 pm
1 stop9h 20m
Des Moines
Thu 4/10
1:59 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop10h 52m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Sat 5/17
1:15 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Des Moines
Tue 5/20
6:40 am-10:05 am
1 stop5h 25m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Fri 4/18
12:47 am-11:19 am
1 stop8h 32m
Des Moines
Sat 4/26
6:30 am-2:49 pm
1 stop10h 19m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Wed 4/23
12:08 am-10:40 am
1 stop8h 32m
Des Moines
Sun 4/27
5:45 am-9:36 am
1 stop5h 51m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Sat 4/19
6:45 pm-5:32 pm
2 stops20h 47m
Des Moines
Fri 5/9
5:05 am-5:09 pm
2 stops14h 04m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Tue 3/11
7:26 pm-7:17 pm
1 stop21h 51m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Wed 3/5
12:28 am-11:25 am
1 stop8h 57m
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Sun 5/18
5:20 am-4:00 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Des Moines
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Des Moines in February.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Des Moines
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Des Moines is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to DSM?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in Des Moines by month
Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.
Temperature in Des Moines by month
Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Des Moines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
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Arlene,May 2024
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Arlene,May 2024
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Des Moines
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$111 | Average$268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$277 | Average$467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$463 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$318 | Average$556 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$365 | Average$565 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |