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$79+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco Bay Area

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DSM — SFO
Nov 19 — Nov 261
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 November 14, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/206:51 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Thu 11/289:09 pmSFO - DSM
1 stop18h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$206
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 12/132:50 pmDSM - STS
1 stop9h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1911:24 amSTS - DSM
1 stop9h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$273
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:07 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1110:40 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 12/167:30 amDSM - OAK
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/275:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/76:35 amDSM - SFO
1 stop10h 23mDelta
Wed 12/115:40 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/13$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/115:06 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1712:50 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Sat 12/142:05 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/177:05 amSFO - DSM
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/13$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Wed 12/117:00 amDSM - SJC
2 stops12h 24mDelta
Tue 12/176:15 amSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/14$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sun 11/246:54 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/297:30 amSFO - DSM
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Fri 12/132:29 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/176:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sat 12/216:17 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/286:00 amSJC - DSM
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$436
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 12/134:00 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Fri 12/205:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/14$521

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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Fri 2/14

9:21 pm-9:11 am

1 stop13h 50m

San Jose

Wed 2/19

11:30 am-8:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$154

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Fri 2/14

9:21 pm-8:13 am

1 stop12h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

12:58 am-8:15 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$192

Des MoinesSanta Rosa

DSM - STS

DSMSTS

Des Moines

Fri 12/13

2:50 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Thu 12/19

11:24 am-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$273

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

5:07 pm-12:11 am

1 stop9h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

10:40 am-9:51 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$287

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 12/16

7:30 am-9:25 am

2 stops27h 55m

Oakland

Fri 12/27

5:30 am-9:39 pm

1 stop14h 09m

$306

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Sat 12/7

10:23 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

12:38 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 55m

$356

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 12/11

5:06 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 09m

San Jose

Tue 12/17

12:50 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$356

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Sat 12/14

2:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 12/17

7:05 am-7:10 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$361

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 12/11

7:00 am-5:24 pm

2 stops12h 24m

San Jose

Tue 12/17

6:15 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$361

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Sun 11/24

6:54 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 11/29

7:30 am-4:14 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$366

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

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

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 $381). 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 November 14, 2024.

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 November 14, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area, such as Frontier, United Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. American Airlines flights start at $178 while deals on United Airlines start at $222 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - San Francisco, Des Moines - San Jose or Des Moines - Oakland when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area 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 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 $381). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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