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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco from $194

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Southwest Logo
6:35 pm - 10:00 pm
DSM
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OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 6:35 pm
OAK
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DSM
8h 35m
1 stop
$380Southwest
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9
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12:15 pm - 5:35 pm
DSM
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OAK
7h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 3:30 pm
OAK
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DSM
7h 00m
2 stops
$385Southwest
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 11:20 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 9:55 pm
OAK
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DSM
7h 45m
2 stops
$390Southwest
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9
Southwest Logo
4:20 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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OAK
9h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 3:40 pm
OAK
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DSM
8h 20m
2 stops
$398Southwest
Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26
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2:15 pm - 8:00 pm
DSM
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OAK
7h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 3:40 pm
OAK
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DSM
8h 20m
2 stops
$403Southwest
Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:46 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 21m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 9:10 pm
OAK
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DSM
13h 15m
2 stops
$420Delta
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 10:35 pm
DSM
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OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 8:00 pm
OAK
-
DSM
7h 45m
2 stops
$425Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:46 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 21m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 9:10 pm
OAK
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DSM
13h 15m
2 stops
$428Delta
Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17
Southwest Logo
4:20 pm - 10:40 pm
DSM
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OAK
8h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 8:00 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 15m
2 stops
$430Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 11:46 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 21m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 3:42 pm
OAK
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DSM
31h 47m
2 stops
$432Delta
Tue, Mar 10 - Sun, Mar 15

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Oakland, California flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 1
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
5h 25m
1 stop
OAK10:00 pmOakland
Apr 9
OAK8:00 amOakland
8h 35m
1 stop
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
$380
Southwest
Apr 1
DSM12:15 pmDes Moines
7h 20m
1 stop
OAK5:35 pmOakland
Apr 9
OAK6:30 amOakland
7h 00m
2 stops
DSM3:30 pmDes Moines
$385
Southwest
Apr 1
DSM3:40 pmDes Moines
9h 40m
2 stops
OAK11:20 pmOakland
Apr 9
OAK12:10 pmOakland
7h 45m
2 stops
DSM9:55 pmDes Moines
$390

Delta flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Oakland, California flight tickets
Delta
Mar 10
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
9h 21m
2 stops
OAK11:46 pmOakland
Mar 17
OAK5:55 amOakland
13h 15m
2 stops
DSM9:10 pmDes Moines
$420
Delta
Mar 9
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
9h 21m
2 stops
OAK11:46 pmOakland
Mar 17
OAK5:55 amOakland
13h 15m
2 stops
DSM9:10 pmDes Moines
$428
Delta
Mar 10
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
9h 21m
2 stops
OAK11:46 pmOakland
Mar 15
OAK5:55 amOakland
31h 47m
2 stops
DSM3:42 pmDes Moines
$432

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Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

6:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Oakland

Thu 4/9

8:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$380

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

12:15 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Oakland

Thu 4/9

6:30 am-3:30 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$385

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

3:40 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Oakland

Thu 4/9

12:10 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$390

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

4:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 50m

Oakland

Thu 3/26

5:20 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$398

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

2:15 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Oakland

Thu 3/26

5:20 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$403

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

4:25 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops9h 21m

Oakland

Tue 3/17

5:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$420

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

7:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Oakland

Sun 5/10

10:15 am-8:00 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$425

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

4:25 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops9h 21m

Oakland

Tue 3/17

5:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$428

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

4:20 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Oakland

Sun 5/10

8:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$430

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

4:25 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops9h 21m

Oakland

Sun 3/15

5:55 am-3:42 pm

2 stops31h 47m

$432

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Oakland, California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Des Moines, with most prices found around $388. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of January, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $409.

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You could potentially save up to 65% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Oakland, California flight.

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Fastest flight time

6h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California takes 6h 05m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Oakland, California.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Oakland by plane?

    Oakland is 1536.6 mi away from Des Moines. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 05m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Oakland Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Oakland Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Oakland, California?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California

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Free Cancellation
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SouthwestPriceFrom $330Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,280 reviews
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