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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco from $184

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7:58 pm - 10:25 amDSM-SMF
40h 27m2 stops
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12:52 pm - 7:44 pmSMF-DSM
28h 52m1 stop
$292Frontier
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Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:36 amDSM-SMF
6h 06m1 stop
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4:00 pm - 11:43 pmSMF-DSM
5h 43m1 stop
$303United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 20
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 10:58 pmDSM-SMF
6h 38m1 stop
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10:06 am - 5:35 pmSMF-DSM
5h 29m1 stop
$333American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 8:00 pmDSM-SMF
7h 40m1 stop
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10:35 am - 9:20 pmSMF-DSM
8h 45m2 stops
$343Southwest
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Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 4:20 pmDSM-SMF
6h 15m1 stop
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11:25 am - 9:35 pmSMF-DSM
8h 10m1 stop
$357Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:18 amDSM-SMF
7h 18m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:51 pmSMF-DSM
6h 51m1 stop
$363American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 11:47 pmDSM-SMF
10h 48m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 2:19 pmSMF-DSM
13h 49m2 stops
$367Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 8:31 pmDSM-SMF
6h 31m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 10:23 amSMF-DSM
9h 43m1 stop
$392Delta
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Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 12:18 pmDSM-SMF
23h 46m1 stop
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4:17 pm - 11:26 amSMF-DSM
17h 09m1 stop
$478Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:17 pm - 10:27 amDSM-SMF
22h 10m2 stops
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4:17 pm - 11:26 amSMF-DSM
17h 09m1 stop
$493Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 30

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Sacramento

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Sacramento flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 17
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 06m
1 stop
SMF9:36 amSacramento Intl
Feb 20
SMF4:00 pmSacramento Intl
5h 43m
1 stop
DSM11:43 pmDes Moines
$303
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United Airlines
Feb 17
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
6h 06m
1 stop
SMF9:36 amSacramento Intl
Feb 20
SMF8:45 amSacramento Intl
11h 06m
2 stops
DSM9:51 pmDes Moines
$308
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United Airlines
Nov 18
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
10h 36m
2 stops
SMF9:41 pmSacramento Intl
Nov 24
SMF4:00 pmSacramento Intl
5h 44m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$325
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Sacramento

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American Airlines
Feb 19
DSM6:20 pmDes Moines
6h 38m
1 stop
SMF10:58 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 23
SMF10:06 amSacramento Intl
5h 29m
1 stop
DSM5:35 pmDes Moines
$333
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American Airlines
Dec 10
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
7h 18m
1 stop
SMF10:18 amSacramento Intl
Dec 16
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
6h 51m
1 stop
DSM2:51 pmDes Moines
$363
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American Airlines
Dec 10
DSM5:21 amDes Moines
8h 56m
1 stop
SMF12:17 pmSacramento Intl
Dec 16
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
8h 25m
2 stops
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
$368
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Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

7:58 pm-10:25 am

2 stops40h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 12/19

12:52 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop28h 52m

$292

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

5:30 am-9:36 am

1 stop6h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/20

4:00 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$303

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 2/19

6:20 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

10:06 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$333

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 2/19

2:20 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

10:35 am-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$343

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

12:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/16

11:25 am-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$357

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

5:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/16

6:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$363

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

2:59 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops10h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/16

10:30 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops13h 49m

$367

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

4:00 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

10:40 pm-10:23 am

1 stop9h 43m

$392

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

2:32 pm-12:18 pm

1 stop23h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/30

4:17 pm-11:26 am

1 stop17h 09m

$478

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

2:17 pm-10:27 am

2 stops22h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/30

4:17 pm-11:26 am

1 stop17h 09m

$493

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from Des Moines, with most prices found around $396. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of September, then departing from Des Moines during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $398.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Sacramento is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $438. Flights from Des Moines to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $564. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Des Moines to Sacramento in the afternoon for as low as $405. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $524. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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  • 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 41m 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
7.2
11,035 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $340Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,243 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $347Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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