$100+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco Bay Area
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DSM — SFO
mars 1 — mars 81
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $240 (Flightnetwork) |
One-way from | $100 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $462 |
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay AreaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 24, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 24, 2025.
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 4/48:17 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
ven. 4/116:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop11h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/24![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
jeu. 4/103:44 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 4/171:49 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops29h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
mer. 4/92:53 pmDSM - SJC
3 stops30h 04mMultiple Airlines
mer. 4/163:04 pmSJC - DSM
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
jeu. 4/105:00 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 41mDelta
jeu. 4/1710:59 pmSFO - DSM
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 2/23![Delta logo]()
$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
mar. 4/85:14 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/153:30 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/23![United Airlines logo]()
$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
mer. 4/95:00 amDSM - SJC
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
mer. 4/166:10 amSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/23![American Airlines logo]()
$352
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
jeu. 4/103:44 pmDSM - STS
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 4/172:28 pmSTS - DSM
2 stops29h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
sam. 8/166:00 amDSM - SFO
1 stop13h 21mAmerican Airlines
mer. 8/208:01 amSFO - DSM
1 stop11h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/24![American Airlines logo]()
$375
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/78:17 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
sam. 4/1911:52 amSFO - DSM
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$391
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
lun. 4/75:45 amDSM - SFO
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
sam. 4/195:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/24![Southwest logo]()
$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
jeu. 10/162:14 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop10h 30mDelta
mer. 10/2212:35 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/23![Delta logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
sam. 4/125:45 amDSM - SFO
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/1512:08 amSFO - DSM
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/24![United Airlines logo]()
$447
Find flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area 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 février 24, 2025.
Fly from
Des Moines
Fly to
San Francisco Bay Area
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
ven. 4/4
8:17 pm-12:44 am
1 stop6h 27m
San Francisco
ven. 4/11
6:00 am-7:17 pm
1 stop11h 17m
$240
Des MoinesOakland
DSM - OAK
DSMOAK
Des Moines
jeu. 4/10
3:44 pm-5:34 pm
1 stop27h 50m
Oakland
jeu. 4/17
1:49 pm-9:47 pm
2 stops29h 58m
$313
Des MoinesSan Jose
DSM - SJC
DSMSJC
Des Moines
mer. 4/9
2:53 pm-6:57 pm
3 stops30h 04m
San Jose
mer. 4/16
3:04 pm-2:54 pm
2 stops21h 50m
$319
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
jeu. 4/10
5:00 pm-10:41 pm
1 stop7h 41m
San Francisco
jeu. 4/17
10:59 pm-9:37 am
1 stop8h 38m
$351
Des MoinesSan Jose
DSM - SJC
DSMSJC
Des Moines
mar. 4/8
5:14 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop6h 11m
San Jose
mar. 4/15
3:30 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop6h 12m
$351
Des MoinesSan Jose
DSM - SJC
DSMSJC
Des Moines
mer. 4/9
5:00 am-11:24 am
1 stop8h 24m
San Jose
mer. 4/16
6:10 am-4:43 pm
1 stop8h 33m
$352
Des MoinesSanta Rosa
DSM - STS
DSMSTS
Des Moines
jeu. 4/10
3:44 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop8h 41m
Santa Rosa Sonoma County
jeu. 4/17
2:28 pm-9:47 pm
2 stops29h 19m
$364
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
sam. 8/16
6:00 am-5:21 pm
1 stop13h 21m
San Francisco
mer. 8/20
8:01 am-9:41 pm
1 stop11h 40m
$375
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
lun. 4/7
8:17 pm-12:44 am
1 stop6h 27m
San Francisco
sam. 4/19
11:52 am-10:17 pm
1 stop8h 25m
$391
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
lun. 4/7
5:45 am-2:05 pm
2 stops10h 20m
San Francisco
sam. 4/19
5:00 am-1:40 pm
1 stop6h 40m
$397
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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 XIH?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 24, 2025.
When flying from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 San Francisco Bay Area
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated février 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$112 | Average$211 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$250 | Average$494 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$285 | Average$432 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$494 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$356 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |