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Cheap flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines from $185

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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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2:45 pm - 9:23 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
20h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$254Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4
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10:17 am - 10:57 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
22h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:09 pm - 9:05 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
12h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$271Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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10:17 am - 10:57 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
22h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:09 pm - 9:05 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
12h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$282Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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10:17 am - 10:57 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
22h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:09 pm - 9:05 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
12h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$283Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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12:47 pm - 7:26 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
28h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:22 pm - 9:22 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
22h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$293Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
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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
$294Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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12:47 pm - 10:44 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
19h 57m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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2:42 pm - 9:22 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
20h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$323Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:17 am - 7:48 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 31m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:31 pm - 11:51 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
16h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$326Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:10 am - 5:45 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:40 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$337Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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1:35 pm - 9:05 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:30 pm - 5:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$337Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

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Delta flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Aug 27
OAK6:00 amOakland
9h 50m
2 stops
DSM5:50 pmDes Moines
Aug 31
DSM4:20 pmDes Moines
8h 18m
2 stops
OAK10:38 pmOakland
$1,073
Delta
Aug 27
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 50m
2 stops
DSM4:50 pmDes Moines
Aug 31
DSM4:20 pmDes Moines
8h 18m
2 stops
OAK10:38 pmOakland
$1,131
Delta
Aug 27
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 50m
2 stops
DSM4:50 pmDes Moines
Aug 31
DSM4:20 pmDes Moines
8h 18m
2 stops
OAK10:38 pmOakland
$1,303

Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 16
OAK8:10 amOakland
7h 35m
1 stop
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
Sep 23
DSM6:40 pmDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
OAK10:30 pmOakland
$337
Southwest
Sep 16
OAK8:10 amOakland
7h 35m
1 stop
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
Sep 23
DSM7:15 amDes Moines
8h 00m
2 stops
OAK1:15 pmOakland
$342
Southwest
Sep 23
OAK10:15 amOakland
8h 50m
2 stops
DSM9:05 pmDes Moines
Sep 30
DSM12:30 pmDes Moines
8h 35m
2 stops
OAK7:05 pmOakland
$347

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OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 10/27

12:48 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop23h 04m

Des Moines

Wed 11/4

2:45 pm-9:23 am

1 stop20h 38m

$254

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/8

10:17 am-10:57 am

1 stop22h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 10/11

10:09 pm-9:05 am

1 stop12h 56m

$271

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/8

10:17 am-10:57 am

1 stop22h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 10/11

10:09 pm-9:05 am

1 stop12h 56m

$282

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/8

10:17 am-10:57 am

1 stop22h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 10/11

10:09 pm-9:05 am

1 stop12h 56m

$283

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/30

12:47 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop28h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 10/4

1:22 pm-9:22 am

1 stop22h 00m

$293

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

$294

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/23

12:47 pm-10:44 am

2 stops19h 57m

Des Moines

Wed 9/30

2:42 pm-9:22 am

1 stop20h 40m

$323

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 9/18

10:17 am-7:48 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

9:31 pm-11:51 am

1 stop16h 20m

$326

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/16

8:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

6:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$337
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OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/23

1:35 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 9/30

12:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$337

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

Southwest and Frontier are the most popular carriers 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 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 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

$185

Fastest flight time

6h 05m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $185. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $254.
The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines takes 6h 05m
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 6h 05m.

  • 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
4,214 reviews
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