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$407+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San José (SJO)

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DSM — SJO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$505
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$407
(United)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$721
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/228:00 amDSM - SJO
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/911:24 amSJO - DSM
1 stop24h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$505
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.
Thu 3/68:10 amDSM - SJO
2 stops13h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/135:30 amSJO - DSM
2 stops15h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$579
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.
Sat 3/296:00 amDSM - SJO
1 stop15h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/711:59 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$582
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/218:41 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops14h 50mFrontier
Sat 3/112:55 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops53h 19mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$700
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1211:30 amDSM - SJO
1 stop10h 42mDelta
Wed 2/192:19 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/21$772
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/225:30 amDSM - SJO
2 stops15h 10mSouthwest
Sat 3/11:55 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$805
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/228:00 amDSM - SJO
2 stops16h 15mAvianca
Tue 1/282:15 amSJO - DSM
2 stops19h 37mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$1,030

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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

3:46 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

12:26 pm-2:59 pm

1 stop25h 33m

$464

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

8:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

5:30 am-9:38 pm

2 stops15h 08m

$523

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

5:06 am-1:36 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/27

6:05 am-10:34 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$582

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 2/21

8:41 pm-11:31 am

2 stops14h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/1

12:55 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops53h 19m

$700

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 2/12

11:30 am-10:12 pm

1 stop10h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/19

2:19 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$772

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 2/22

5:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops15h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/1

1:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$805

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

8:00 am-9:20 am

2 stops26h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/5

1:40 am-9:52 pm

2 stops19h 12m

$1,572

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

6:45 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 11m

$407

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Des Moines-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José, San José Province 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-San José, San José Province 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 San José

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province?

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

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to San José, San José Province is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to San José. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to San José, see what other customers have to say about Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,635 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $579. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $582 and $700, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 10% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

    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 José.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San José 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 José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to San José

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DeltaCheapest$394Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$436Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$464Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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