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Cheap flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines from $113

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2:25 pm - 10:20 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$327Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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12:15 pm - 10:20 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
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12:05 pm - 4:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
6h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$332Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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12:15 pm - 10:20 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
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12:05 pm - 6:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
8h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$338Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:51 pm - 10:57 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
14h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:30 pm - 11:51 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
17h 21m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$360Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:51 pm - 10:57 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
14h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:02 pm - 11:51 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
24h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$379Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Southwest Logo
12:35 pm - 10:10 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:35 pm - 10:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$402Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:15 pm - 10:10 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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6:35 pm - 10:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$458Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:10 am - 5:00 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:05 pm - 6:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
8h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$482Southwest
Sun, Dec 27 - Thu, Dec 31
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5:10 am - 5:00 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:05 pm - 4:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
6h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$504Southwest
Sun, Dec 27 - Thu, Dec 31
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11:50 pm - 11:30 amOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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1:50 pm - 9:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
10h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Ontario
$504Southwest
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27

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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 29
OAK2:25 pmOakland
5h 55m
1 stop
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Nov 3
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
5h 30m
1 stop
OAK10:00 pmOakland
$327
Southwest
Oct 29
OAK12:15 pmOakland
8h 05m
2 stops
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Nov 3
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
6h 15m
1 stop
OAK4:20 pmOakland
$332
Southwest
Oct 29
OAK12:15 pmOakland
8h 05m
2 stops
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Nov 3
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
8h 30m
2 stops
OAK6:35 pmOakland
$338

Delta flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Oct 3
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Oct 6
DSM3:03 pmDes Moines
10h 53m
2 stops
OAK11:56 pmOakland
$921
Delta
Dec 12
OAK5:55 amOakland
8h 54m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Jan 2
DSM6:40 amDes Moines
11h 32m
2 stops
OAK4:12 pmOakland
$930
Delta
Oct 4
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 48m
2 stops
DSM4:48 pmDes Moines
Oct 9
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
12h 47m
2 stops
OAK4:22 pmOakland
$1,233

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OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/29

2:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

6:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$327

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/29

12:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

12:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$332

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/29

12:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

12:05 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$338

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/1

6:51 pm-10:57 am

1 stop14h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 10/5

8:30 pm-11:51 am

2 stops17h 21m

$360

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/1

6:51 pm-10:57 am

1 stop14h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 10/5

1:02 pm-11:51 am

1 stop24h 49m

$379

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 10/16

12:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 10/20

6:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$402

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 10/16

12:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 10/20

6:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$458

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 12/27

5:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 12/31

12:05 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$482

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 12/27

5:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 12/31

12:05 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$504

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sat 11/21

11:50 pm-11:30 am

1 stop9h 40m

Des Moines

Fri 11/27

1:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$504

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Oakland, California and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $471 to $692.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $327.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in August, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Oakland, California to Des Moines during January average around $0.

When to book flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

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Best Price Found

$113

Fastest flight time

8h 24m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $113. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $327.
The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines takes 8h 24m
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 8h 24m.

  • 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Oakland Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • 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
4,192 reviews
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Can I find flights from Oakland to Des Moines with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Des Moines from Oakland on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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