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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco from $137

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco departing on 6/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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United Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 10:00 pm
DSM
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SMF
6h 44m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 11:55 pm
SMF
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DSM
5h 41m
1 stop
$287United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 9:12 pm
DSM
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SMF
5h 56m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 8:17 pm
SMF
-
DSM
8h 03m
2 stops
$292United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 5:20 pm
DSM
-
SMF
6h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 5:45 pm
SMF
-
DSM
8h 55m
2 stops
$299Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:56 pm - 4:15 pm
DSM
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SMF
20h 19m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 12:55 pm
SMF
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DSM
39h 10m
2 stops
$307Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:56 pm - 4:15 pm
DSM
-
SMF
20h 19m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 1:31 pm
SMF
-
DSM
39h 46m
2 stops
$314Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15
United Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 9:36 am
DSM
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SMF
5h 46m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 4:13 pm
SMF
-
DSM
5h 13m
1 stop
$317United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 10:35 am
DSM
-
SMF
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:50 am - 9:00 pm
SMF
-
DSM
7h 10m
1 stop
$318Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 9:36 am
DSM
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SMF
5h 46m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 11:55 pm
SMF
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DSM
7h 55m
2 stops
$322United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SMF
8h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 5:45 pm
SMF
-
DSM
8h 55m
2 stops
$323Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:56 pm - 4:15 pm
DSM
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SMF
20h 19m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 12:55 pm
SMF
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DSM
17h 45m
1 stop
$329Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Tue, Jun 16

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Sacramento

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Sacramento flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 9
DSM12:30 pmDes Moines
6h 50m
2 stops
SMF5:20 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 16
SMF6:50 amSacramento Intl
8h 55m
2 stops
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
$299
Southwest
Aug 29
DSM7:20 amDes Moines
5h 15m
1 stop
SMF10:35 amSacramento Intl
Sep 2
SMF11:50 amSacramento Intl
7h 10m
1 stop
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
$318
Southwest
Aug 29
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
8h 55m
1 stop
SMF12:25 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 2
SMF6:50 amSacramento Intl
8h 55m
2 stops
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
$323

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
May 30
DSM4:48 pmDes Moines
8h 07m
1 stop
SMF10:55 pmSacramento Intl
Jun 1
SMF11:10 pmSacramento Intl
7h 03m
1 stop
DSM8:13 amDes Moines
$347
American Airlines
Jun 5
DSM4:48 pmDes Moines
9h 23m
1 stop
SMF12:11 amSacramento Intl
Jun 9
SMF2:31 pmSacramento Intl
6h 21m
1 stop
DSM10:52 pmDes Moines
$379
American Airlines
May 30
DSM5:25 amDes Moines
8h 42m
2 stops
SMF12:07 pmSacramento Intl
Jun 1
SMF11:10 pmSacramento Intl
7h 03m
1 stop
DSM8:13 amDes Moines
$389

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
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Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

5:16 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

4:14 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$287

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

5:16 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

10:14 am-8:17 pm

2 stops8h 03m

$292

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

12:30 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/16

6:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$299

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

9:56 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/15

7:45 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$307

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

9:56 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/15

7:45 pm-1:31 pm

2 stops39h 46m

$314
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 9/17

5:50 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/22

9:00 am-4:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$317

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sat 8/29

7:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/2

11:50 am-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$318

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 9/17

5:50 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/22

2:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$322

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sat 8/29

5:30 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/2

6:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$323

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

9:56 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/16

5:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$329

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Des Moines, with most prices found around $362. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of March, then departing from Des Moines during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $393.

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You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Sacramento flight.

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Fastest flight time

5h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Sacramento takes 5h 15m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Sacramento. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Sacramento.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Sacramento

  • How far is Des Moines to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    A flight from Des Moines to Sacramento Intl will travel around 1480.1 mi. Typically, this will take 5h 15m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sacramento Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sacramento Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Sacramento

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,666 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $298Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,334 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $347Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,643 reviews
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