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$95+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SFO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Des Moines to Salinas are usually found in September or August, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Salinas (S9N). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

One-way from

$95
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$605
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:20 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Mon 5/56:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop10h 30mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$150
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/1810:22 amDSM - SFO
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Mon 3/2412:30 amSFO - DSM
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 1/20$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/45:00 amDSM - SFO
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/116:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$362
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/62:52 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/96:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/26:20 amDSM - SFO
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Mon 4/2111:25 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:45 pmDSM - SFO
2 stops14h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/254:15 pmSFO - DSM
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$472

Find flights from Des Moines to Salinas within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Salinas 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 January 21, 2025.

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Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

7:27 pm-12:33 am

1 stop7h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$130

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DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

6:30 am-7:29 pm

1 stop14h 59m

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

10:59 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop21h 08m

$272

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

10:22 am-6:49 pm

1 stop10h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

12:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop8h 44m

$351

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

2:15 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$356

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

2:06 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop9h 06m

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

10:11 am-10:08 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$362

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

5:45 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

6:42 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$408

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Fri 2/14

8:41 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 02m

$95

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Tue 2/11

5:59 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$176

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

12:25 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$179

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Tue 2/11

2:15 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$181

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Salinas

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 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 Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Des Moines to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,443 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Salinas?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Salinas per day from 5 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Salinas one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Salinas are Frontier ($95), American Airlines ($176), and Delta ($179).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Salinas that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Salinas?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Salinas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas 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 Des Moines to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Des Moines to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Des Moines to Salinas

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Salinas. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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