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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Jose from $140

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Multiple Airlines Logo
1:49 pm - 1:17 pm
DSM
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SJC
25h 28m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 2:32 pm
SJC
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DSM
40h 07m
2 stops
$358Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 1 - Mon, Jul 6
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 11:12 pm
DSM
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SJC
8h 24m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:26 pm - 11:47 pm
SJC
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DSM
5h 21m
1 stop
$369American Airlines
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
Delta Logo
10:24 am - 8:39 pm
DSM
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SJC
12h 15m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 2:05 pm
SJC
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DSM
5h 45m
1 stop
$374Delta
Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24
Delta Logo
6:03 pm - 11:39 pm
DSM
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SJC
7h 36m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:54 pm
SJC
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DSM
8h 54m
2 stops
$380Delta
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 11:12 pm
DSM
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SJC
8h 24m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 9:11 am
SJC
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DSM
11h 47m
2 stops
$387American Airlines
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 12:30 pm
DSM
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SJC
9h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 9:40 pm
SJC
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DSM
5h 20m
1 stop
$388Southwest
Fri, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 7
American Airlines Logo
4:13 pm - 10:32 pm
DSM
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SJC
8h 19m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:36 pm - 11:07 pm
SJC
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DSM
6h 31m
1 stop
$389American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 11:25 pm
DSM
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SJC
8h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:20 am - 9:40 pm
SJC
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DSM
9h 20m
2 stops
$393Southwest
Fri, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 7
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 11:57 am
DSM
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SJC
8h 12m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 11:07 pm
SJC
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DSM
11h 12m
2 stops
$394American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 5:10 pm
DSM
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SJC
7h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:05 am - 6:20 pm
SJC
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DSM
8h 15m
2 stops
$398Southwest
Fri, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 7

Delta flights from Des Moines to San Jose, California

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to San Jose, California flight tickets
Delta
Jun 17
DSM10:24 amDes Moines
12h 15m
2 stops
SJC8:39 pmSan Jose
Jun 24
SJC6:20 amSan Jose
5h 45m
1 stop
DSM2:05 pmDes Moines
$374
Delta
Jun 9
DSM6:03 pmDes Moines
7h 36m
2 stops
SJC11:39 pmSan Jose
Jun 16
SJC6:00 amSan Jose
8h 54m
2 stops
DSM4:54 pmDes Moines
$380
Delta
Jul 22
DSM5:52 pmDes Moines
7h 47m
2 stops
SJC11:39 pmSan Jose
Jul 27
SJC8:19 pmSan Jose
11h 54m
2 stops
DSM10:13 amDes Moines
$399

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to San Jose, California

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to San Jose, California flight tickets
United Airlines
Jun 5
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
5h 52m
1 stop
SJC9:09 pmSan Jose
Jun 8
SJC2:32 pmSan Jose
7h 12m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$473
United Airlines
May 26
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
7h 43m
1 stop
SJC12:03 pmSan Jose
May 30
SJC1:10 pmSan Jose
7h 25m
1 stop
DSM10:35 pmDes Moines
$687
United Airlines
May 26
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
5h 52m
1 stop
SJC9:09 pmSan Jose
Jun 9
SJC4:00 pmSan Jose
5h 44m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$723

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Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

1:49 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop25h 28m

San Jose

Mon 7/6

8:25 pm-2:32 pm

2 stops40h 07m

$358
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Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

4:48 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 24m

San Jose

Tue 6/16

4:26 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$369

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

10:24 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 15m

San Jose

Wed 6/24

6:20 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$374

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

6:03 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops7h 36m

San Jose

Tue 6/16

6:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$380

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

4:48 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 24m

San Jose

Wed 6/17

7:24 pm-9:11 am

2 stops11h 47m

$387

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Fri 7/3

5:10 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Jose

Tue 7/7

2:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$388

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

4:13 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 19m

San Jose

Sat 9/12

2:36 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$389

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Fri 7/3

4:40 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Jose

Tue 7/7

10:20 am-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$393

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

5:45 am-11:57 am

1 stop8h 12m

San Jose

Sat 9/12

9:55 am-11:07 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$394

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Fri 7/3

12:05 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops7h 05m

San Jose

Tue 7/7

8:05 am-6:20 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$398

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Jose, California?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Jose, California from Des Moines, with most prices found around $367. If you are unable to visit San Jose, California during the month of August, then departing from Des Moines during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $367.

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Fastest flight time

5h 52m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to San Jose, California takes 5h 52m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to San Jose, California. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to San Jose, California.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to San Jose, California

  • How far is Des Moines to San Jose by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Des Moines to San Jose is 1527.5 mi. 5h 52m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to San Jose Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to San Jose Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to San Jose 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 San Jose Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Jose Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Jose 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 San Jose Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to San Jose, California?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to San Jose, California

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DeltaPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,454 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $290Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,664 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,711 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $344Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,299 reviews
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