What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines round-trip?

Currently priced at $422, Southwest will fly you from Santa Barbara to Des Moines and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $553 and $1,480, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines for 3% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $176. Users have also found prices from $186 and $487 on Southwest and United Airlines, respectively.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Users have found that flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 44 days in advance, which can save you up to 100% on flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 44 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $213. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $544.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines lean towards being more expensive in February. Prices are generally better when you fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in July, with the cheapest ticket starting at $146.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of Priceline to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Priceline Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Priceline <90% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust Priceline the most. Priceline 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 Santa Barbara-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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.

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Q: What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

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

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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).

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Most accurate provider	Priceline 1 star
Most trusted provider	Priceline 3 stars
Round-trip from	$422 (Southwest)
One-way from	$176 (American Airlines)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	December
Average price	$375

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Thu 7/3111:00 amSBA - DSM

1 stop4h 55mSouthwest

Mon 8/46:25 amDSM - SBA

1 stop7h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 2/20

$422

Sun 4/65:00 amSBA - DSM

1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines

Sun 4/135:45 amDSM - SBA

2 stops8h 18mUnited Airlines

Deal found 2/20

$553

Sun 4/67:23 pmSBA - DSM

3 stops26h 31mAlaska Airlines

Sun 4/1312:25 pmDSM - SBA

2 stops22h 45mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 2/20

$1,480

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Thu 7/3111:00 amSBA - DSM

1 stop4h 55mSouthwest

Mon 8/46:25 amDSM - SBA

1 stop7h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 2/20

$422

Sun 4/65:00 amSBA - DSM

1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines

Sun 4/135:45 amDSM - SBA

2 stops8h 18mUnited Airlines

Deal found 2/20

$553

Sun 4/67:23 pmSBA - DSM

3 stops26h 31mAlaska Airlines

Sun 4/1312:25 pmDSM - SBA

2 stops22h 45mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 2/20

$1,480

One-way flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines
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Wed 5/144:25 pmSBA - DSM

1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 2/20

$176

Wed 5/146:15 amSBA - DSM

2 stops11h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 2/20

$186

Wed 5/142:02 pmSBA - DSM

3 stops18h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 2/20

$487

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines within your budget

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Thu 7/31

11:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

6:25 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

$422

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/6

5:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

5:45 am-12:03 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$553

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/6

7:23 pm-11:54 pm

3 stops26h 31m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

12:25 pm-9:10 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,480

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

4:25 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$176

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

6:15 am-7:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$186

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

2:02 pm-10:36 am

3 stops18h 34m

$487

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Deals found on 2/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in February.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of Priceline to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Priceline Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Priceline <90% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust Priceline the most. Priceline 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 Santa Barbara-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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines

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Estimated round-trip price

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

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

Rainfall in Des Moines 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

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

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,411 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

4,411 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,411 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

9,697 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,411 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

8,765 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,411 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

4,411 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines round-trip?
Currently priced at $422, Southwest will fly you from Santa Barbara to Des Moines and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $553 and $1,480, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines for 3% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $176. Users have also found prices from $186 and $487 on Southwest and United Airlines, respectively.
Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Santa Barbara 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$245	Average$375	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$336	Average$431	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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