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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco from $447

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7:10 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-OAK
5h 25m1 stop
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6:10 am - 1:40 pmOAK-DSM
5h 30m1 stop
$447Southwest
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Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12
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6:50 am - 1:40 pmDSM-OAK
8h 50m2 stops
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10:50 am - 6:35 pmOAK-DSM
5h 45m1 stop
$452Southwest
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Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12
Delta Logo
3:30 pm - 12:03 amDSM-OAK
10h 33m2 stops
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12:28 pm - 4:28 pmOAK-DSM
26h 00m2 stops
$456Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 1:40 pmDSM-OAK
8h 50m2 stops
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5:20 am - 3:40 pmOAK-DSM
8h 20m2 stops
$457Southwest
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Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 11:00 pmDSM-OAK
8h 50m1 stop
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10:15 am - 5:35 pmOAK-DSM
5h 20m1 stop
$469Southwest
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
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11:40 am - 10:00 pmDSM-OAK
12h 20m1 stop
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5:05 am - 12:25 pmOAK-DSM
5h 20m1 stop
$472Southwest
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Sun, Dec 21 - Sun, Dec 28
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 11:00 pmDSM-OAK
8h 50m1 stop
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5:55 am - 3:30 pmOAK-DSM
7h 35m2 stops
$474Southwest
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 7:20 amDSM-OAK
12h 40m1 stop
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11:10 am - 8:00 pmOAK-DSM
6h 50m1 stop
$492Southwest
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Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 7:20 amDSM-OAK
12h 40m1 stop
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5:15 am - 4:00 pmOAK-DSM
8h 45m2 stops
$498Southwest
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Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15
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2:17 pm - 12:03 amDSM-OAK
11h 46m2 stops
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12:28 pm - 4:28 pmOAK-DSM
26h 00m2 stops
$536Delta
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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Oakland, California flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 5
DSM7:10 pmDes Moines
5h 25m
1 stop
OAK10:35 pmOakland
Mar 12
OAK6:10 amOakland
5h 30m
1 stop
DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
$447
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Southwest
Mar 5
DSM6:50 amDes Moines
8h 50m
2 stops
OAK1:40 pmOakland
Mar 12
OAK10:50 amOakland
5h 45m
1 stop
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
$452
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Southwest
Mar 5
DSM6:50 amDes Moines
8h 50m
2 stops
OAK1:40 pmOakland
Mar 12
OAK5:20 amOakland
8h 20m
2 stops
DSM3:40 pmDes Moines
$457
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Oakland, California flight tickets
Delta
Nov 24
DSM3:30 pmDes Moines
10h 33m
2 stops
OAK12:03 amOakland
Nov 27
OAK12:28 pmOakland
26h 00m
2 stops
DSM4:28 pmDes Moines
$456
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Delta
Nov 23
DSM2:17 pmDes Moines
11h 46m
2 stops
OAK12:03 amOakland
Nov 27
OAK12:28 pmOakland
26h 00m
2 stops
DSM4:28 pmDes Moines
$536
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Delta
Mar 2
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
31h 39m
2 stops
OAK4:34 pmOakland
Mar 6
OAK5:55 amOakland
13h 32m
2 stops
DSM9:27 pmDes Moines
$634
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Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Oakland

Thu 3/12

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$447

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

6:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Oakland

Thu 3/12

10:50 am-6:35 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$452

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

3:30 pm-12:03 am

2 stops10h 33m

Oakland

Thu 11/27

12:28 pm-4:28 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$456

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

6:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Oakland

Thu 3/12

5:20 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$457

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

4:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Oakland

Fri 11/28

10:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$469

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sun 12/21

11:40 am-10:00 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Oakland

Sun 12/28

5:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$472

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

4:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Oakland

Fri 11/28

5:55 am-3:30 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$474

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

8:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop12h 40m

Oakland

Sun 3/15

11:10 am-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$492

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

8:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop12h 40m

Oakland

Sun 3/15

5:15 am-4:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$498

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

2:17 pm-12:03 am

2 stops11h 46m

Oakland

Thu 11/27

12:28 pm-4:28 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$536

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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 $412.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Oakland, California?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Oakland, California from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $370. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to Oakland, California for around $546.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Oakland, California?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Oakland, California when you can find flight prices for as low as $386. Flying to Oakland, California at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $481.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Oakland, California flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Oakland, California flight.

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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 5h 25m.

  • 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?

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SouthwestPriceFrom $391Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,238 reviews
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