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$101+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines (DSM)

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SFO — DSM
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) 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 December 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$333
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$101
(FlightHub)
From San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/3112:17 amSFO - DSM
1 stop11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/82:06 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/2410:20 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Sun 12/294:05 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$926
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/2612:10 pmSFO - DSM
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Fri 12/276:55 amDSM - SFO
1 stop8h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,016
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:59 amSFO - DSM
1 stop18h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/295:40 amDSM - SFO
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,057

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 23, 2024.

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San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Mon 1/13

11:36 am-10:02 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Des Moines

Thu 1/16

6:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$333

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

10:45 pm-9:52 am

1 stop9h 07m

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

3:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$361

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/7

6:10 am-4:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

2:37 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$361

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

5:55 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 39m

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

2:06 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$366

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/7

10:09 am-9:13 pm

2 stops9h 04m

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

6:30 am-4:15 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$371

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

11:59 pm-10:35 am

1 stop8h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 1/27

5:15 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$399

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

5:55 am-4:05 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 2/10

3:45 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$411

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 3/6

8:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

5:11 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$426

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 34m

Des Moines

Sat 1/11

11:30 am-10:54 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$466

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 1/16

2:00 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 1/20

7:30 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$476

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 23, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines as you normally would.

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 December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $101. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines is San Francisco - Des Moines. You may also consider San Jose - Des Moines or Oakland - Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$277Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$339Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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