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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 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Oakland?
Delta and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Oakland
What airlines fly to Oakland, California?
United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Oakland, California from Des Moines according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Oakland, California. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Oakland, California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California
Best Price Found | $174 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 10m |
Direct flights | None |
Airports in Oakland, California | 1 airport |
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 10m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport?
As of June 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Oakland, California is Southwest (100% of total bookings).
Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $356 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,278 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Des Moines to Oakland, California
The lowest priced Southwest flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California from the last 72 hours was $356. Generally, Southwest has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $478. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Des Moines to Oakland?
Finding the right flight to Oakland from Des Moines is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Oakland quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Des Moines to Oakland with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Des Moines to Oakland on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Des Moines to Oakland?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Price alerts on flights to Oakland from Des Moines are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.