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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San José from $146

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10:41 am - 11:30 amDSM-SJO
25h 49m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 2:58 pmSJO-DSM
25h 39m2 stops
$375Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
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8:47 pm - 3:13 pmDSM-SJO
19h 26m2 stops
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1:19 pm - 2:55 pmSJO-DSM
25h 36m2 stops
$401Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
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5:34 pm - 10:41 amDSM-SJO
42h 07m3 stops
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1:19 pm - 2:55 pmSJO-DSM
25h 36m2 stops
$440Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
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5:20 am - 7:30 pmDSM-SJO
14h 10m2 stops
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1:50 pm - 11:35 pmSJO-DSM
9h 45m2 stops
$530Southwest
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Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 13
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3:35 pm - 1:15 pmDSM-SJO
21h 40m2 stops
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9:00 am - 9:35 pmSJO-DSM
12h 35m2 stops
$544Southwest
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Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
3:39 pm - 2:10 pmDSM-SJO
22h 31m1 stop
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1:23 pm - 11:30 pmSJO-DSM
10h 07m1 stop
$555American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
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6:48 pm - 12:56 pmDSM-SJO
18h 08m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 10:35 pmSJO-DSM
10h 00m1 stop
$566United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 13
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6:48 pm - 12:56 pmDSM-SJO
18h 08m1 stop
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11:28 pm - 2:27 pmSJO-DSM
14h 59m2 stops
$570United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 13
American Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 10:59 pmDSM-SJO
7h 18m1 stop
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6:22 am - 10:54 pmSJO-DSM
16h 32m1 stop
$571American Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
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5:44 am - 12:08 pmDSM-SJO
7h 24m1 stop
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1:23 pm - 10:30 pmSJO-DSM
8h 07m1 stop
$703Delta
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Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 8

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to San José, San José Province

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to San José, San José Province flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 15
DSM3:39 pmDes Moines
22h 31m
1 stop
SJO2:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 19
SJO1:23 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 07m
1 stop
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
$555
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American Airlines
Nov 9
DSM3:41 pmDes Moines
7h 18m
1 stop
SJO10:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 16
SJO6:22 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 32m
1 stop
DSM10:54 pmDes Moines
$571
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American Airlines
Nov 9
DSM9:02 amDes Moines
13h 11m
1 stop
SJO10:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 16
SJO3:11 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 21m
2 stops
DSM8:32 amDes Moines
$575
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Southwest flights from Des Moines to San José, San José Province

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to San José, San José Province flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 5
DSM5:20 amDes Moines
14h 10m
2 stops
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 13
SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 45m
2 stops
DSM11:35 pmDes Moines
$530
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Southwest
Nov 15
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
21h 40m
2 stops
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 19
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 35m
2 stops
DSM9:35 pmDes Moines
$544
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Southwest
Dec 12
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
14h 45m
2 stops
SJO8:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 21
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 05m
2 stops
DSM12:05 amDes Moines
$592
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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

10:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop25h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

1:19 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$375

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

8:47 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

1:19 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops25h 36m

$401

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

5:34 pm-10:41 am

3 stops42h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

1:19 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops25h 36m

$440

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

5:20 am-7:30 pm

2 stops14h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

1:50 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$530

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:35 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops21h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

9:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$544

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:39 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

1:23 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$555

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:48 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

12:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$566

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:48 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

11:28 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops14h 59m

$570

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

3:41 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/16

6:22 am-10:54 pm

1 stop16h 32m

$571

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

5:44 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/8

1:23 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$703

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province from Des Moines, with most prices found around $577. If you’re not able to fly to San José, San José Province in August, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to San José, San José Province during November average around $601.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to San José, San José Province is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $517. The most expensive day to fly to San José, San José Province is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $762.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to San José, San José Province when you can find flight prices for as low as $589. Flying to San José, San José Province in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to San José, San José Province, so prices are often more expensive at around $736 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José, San José Province?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José, San José Province from Des Moines when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José, San José Province for around $702 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José, San José Province from Des Moines for as low as $400 on momondo.

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  • How far is Des Moines to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 2261.0 mi away from Des Moines. 7h 16m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to San José Juan Santamaria 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José, San José Province?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to San José, San José Province

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DeltaPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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7.4
8,926 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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