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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco from $190

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11:00 am - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
37h 05m2 stops Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:58 pm - 5:04 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
16h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$291Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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1:57 pm - 8:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
8h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:22 am - 9:01 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$298Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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11:00 am - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
37h 05m2 stops Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:58 pm - 5:04 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
16h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$303Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
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8:09 pm - 8:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
38h 28m2 stops Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:22 am - 9:01 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$336Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:31 pm - 7:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
24h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:24 am - 7:33 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
30h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$339Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:26 pm - 10:29 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
23h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:28 pm - 7:40 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
29h 12m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$340Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:45 am - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
40h 20m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:58 pm - 5:04 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
16h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$345Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27
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9:31 pm - 7:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
24h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:24 am - 7:33 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
30h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$349Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:00 am - 10:30 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 2:15 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:00 pm - 10:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
9h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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10:00 am - 5:45 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$369Southwest
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Oakland, California flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 21
DSM3:00 pmDes Moines
9h 40m
1 stop
OAK10:40 pmOakland
Jan 25
OAK10:00 amOakland
5h 45m
1 stop
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
$369
Southwest
Jan 21
DSM6:55 amDes Moines
8h 00m
2 stops
OAK12:55 pmOakland
Jan 25
OAK6:45 amOakland
5h 25m
1 stop
DSM2:10 pmDes Moines
$374
Southwest
Dec 2
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
8h 30m
2 stops
OAK6:35 pmOakland
Dec 9
OAK7:10 amOakland
8h 40m
2 stops
DSM5:50 pmDes Moines
$379

Delta flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Oakland, California flight tickets
Delta
Jan 12
DSM6:45 amDes Moines
11h 32m
2 stops
OAK4:17 pmOakland
Jan 19
OAK5:41 amOakland
8h 26m
2 stops
DSM4:07 pmDes Moines
$380
Delta
Jan 12
DSM6:45 amDes Moines
11h 32m
2 stops
OAK4:17 pmOakland
Jan 16
OAK5:46 amOakland
8h 26m
2 stops
DSM4:12 pmDes Moines
$395
Delta
Jan 12
DSM6:45 amDes Moines
11h 32m
2 stops
OAK4:17 pmOakland
Jan 20
OAK5:41 amOakland
8h 26m
2 stops
DSM4:07 pmDes Moines
$410

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Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 1/20

11:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Oakland

Wed 1/27

10:58 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$291

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 1/8

1:57 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Oakland

Mon 1/11

9:22 am-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$298

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 1/20

11:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Oakland

Wed 1/27

10:58 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$303

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 1/8

8:09 pm-8:37 am

2 stops38h 28m

Oakland

Mon 1/11

9:22 am-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$336

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 11/20

9:31 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop24h 26m

Oakland

Wed 11/25

11:24 am-7:33 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$339

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 11/25

1:26 pm-10:29 am

1 stop23h 03m

Oakland

Wed 12/2

12:28 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$340

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 1/21

7:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops40h 20m

Oakland

Wed 1/27

10:58 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$345

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 11/20

9:31 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop24h 26m

Oakland

Wed 11/25

11:24 am-7:33 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$349
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Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 12/2

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Oakland

Wed 12/9

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$369

Des MoinesOakland

DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 1/21

3:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Oakland

Mon 1/25

10:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$369

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Oakland, California?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $400 to $716.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $291.

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

The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Des Moines, with most prices found around $0. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of July, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $0.

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

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Oakland, California flight.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California

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Cheap Des Moines to Oakland, California (DSM to OAK) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$190

Fastest flight time

5h 30m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Oakland, California from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $190. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Oakland, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $291.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California takes 5h 30m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California

  • 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 30m.

  • 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?

  • 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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SouthwestPriceFrom $300Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,222 reviews
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