$148+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Sacramento (DSM - SMF)
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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Sacramento
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 April 11, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $251 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $148 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $405 |
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Sacramento
Cheapest flights from Des Moines to SacramentoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Mytrip 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 4/10. 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 Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 April 11, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Thu 5/22
10:22 pm-1:44 pm
1 stop17h 22m
Sacramento Intl
Thu 5/29
10:41 am-9:31 pm
1 stop8h 50m
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Sat 4/19
5:05 am-9:29 am
1 stop6h 24m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 5/7
6:13 am-4:37 pm
1 stop8h 24m
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Sat 4/19
12:30 pm-10:04 pm
2 stops11h 34m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 5/7
12:09 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop8h 21m
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Thu 5/8
3:20 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop9h 25m
Sacramento Intl
Mon 5/12
11:59 pm-10:30 am
1 stop8h 31m
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Sat 5/10
4:25 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 5/17
6:15 am-1:40 pm
1 stop5h 25m
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Thu 5/22
10:22 pm-1:44 pm
1 stop17h 22m
Des MoinesSacramento
DSM - SMF
DSMSMF
Des Moines
Thu 5/22
10:59 am-7:37 pm
2 stops10h 38m
Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Sacramento
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 Des Moines to Sacramento in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sacramento 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 Des Moines-Sacramento 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 Des Moines to Sacramento
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Sacramento
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Des Moines to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 DSM to SMF?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.
Rainfall in Sacramento by month
Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Sacramento by month
Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Sacramento to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Food
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Overall
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
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Overall
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sacramento
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sacramento. 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 April 11, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$311 | Average$421 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$321 | Average$484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$371 | Average$526 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |