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Cheap flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines from $136

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10:17 am - 10:50 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
10h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:11 pm - 11:53 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
16h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$257Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:17 am - 9:06 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
8h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:56 pm - 5:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
22h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$271Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
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10:17 am - 9:06 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
8h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:56 pm - 9:22 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
13h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$285Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:48 pm - 1:52 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
23h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:11 pm - 11:53 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
16h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$296Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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12:47 pm - 1:52 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
23h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:47 pm - 11:52 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
24h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$324Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 12
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12:47 pm - 1:52 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
23h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 pm - 11:52 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
17h 27m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$338Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:25 am - 3:50 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:10 pm - 12:40 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
7h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$342Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:17 am - 9:06 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
8h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:00 am - 5:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
33h 56m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$359Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:15 pm - 10:10 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 55m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 1:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
8h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$363Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:51 pm - 8:41 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
23h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:04 pm - 11:53 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
17h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$373Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Nov 9

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Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Oct 22
OAK6:25 amOakland
7h 25m
1 stop
DSM3:50 pmDes Moines
Oct 26
DSM7:10 pmDes Moines
7h 30m
2 stops
OAK12:40 amOakland
$342
Southwest
Oct 22
OAK12:15 pmOakland
7h 55m
2 stops
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
Oct 26
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
8h 45m
2 stops
OAK1:05 pmOakland
$363
Southwest
Oct 25
OAK6:10 amOakland
5h 25m
1 stop
DSM1:35 pmDes Moines
Oct 30
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
9h 35m
1 stop
OAK12:45 pmOakland
$423

Delta flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Oct 24
OAK12:41 pmOakland
19h 30m
2 stops
DSM10:11 amDes Moines
Oct 27
DSM3:46 pmDes Moines
10h 10m
2 stops
OAK11:56 pmOakland
$535
Delta
Oct 24
OAK12:41 pmOakland
30h 19m
2 stops
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
Oct 28
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
12h 47m
2 stops
OAK4:22 pmOakland
$573
Delta
Oct 20
OAK5:02 pmOakland
25h 38m
2 stops
DSM8:40 pmDes Moines
Oct 24
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
11h 33m
2 stops
OAK9:58 pmOakland
$600

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OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/22

10:17 am-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 10/26

9:11 pm-11:53 am

1 stop16h 42m

$257

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 9/24

10:17 am-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 9/27

9:56 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$271

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 9/24

10:17 am-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 9/27

9:56 pm-9:22 am

1 stop13h 26m

$285

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 10/27

12:48 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop23h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

9:11 pm-11:53 am

1 stop16h 42m

$296

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 10/6

12:47 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 10/12

1:47 pm-11:52 am

1 stop24h 05m

$324

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 10/6

12:47 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 10/12

8:25 pm-11:52 am

2 stops17h 27m

$338
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OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/22

6:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 10/26

7:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops7h 30m

$342

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 9/24

10:17 am-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 9/27

10:00 am-5:56 pm

2 stops33h 56m

$359

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/22

12:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 10/26

6:20 am-1:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$363

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 9/13

6:51 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 11/9

8:04 pm-11:53 am

1 stop17h 49m

$373

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Oakland to Des Moines?

Southwest is the most popular carrier operating from Oakland to Des Moines

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Oakland, California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Best Price Found

$136

Fastest flight time

5h 00m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $136. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $257.
The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines takes 5h 00m
There are no direct flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Oakland, California to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Oakland, California to Des Moines

  • How far is Oakland to Des Moines by plane?

    Oakland and Des Moines are 1536.6 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 00m.

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

    Prices for flights from Oakland Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Best airlines flying from Oakland, California to Des Moines

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SouthwestPriceFrom $378Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,198 reviews
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