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Cheap flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines from $189

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Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 2:05 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 6:45 pm
DSM
-
OAK
8h 40m
1 stop
$367Southwest
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25
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11:55 pm - 11:25 am
OAK
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DSM
9h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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OAK
5h 35m
1 stop
$368Southwest
Mon, May 11 - Tue, May 19
Southwest Logo
8:15 am - 5:55 pm
OAK
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DSM
7h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 9:00 pm
DSM
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OAK
8h 50m
2 stops
$372Southwest
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 9:55 pm
OAK
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DSM
7h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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OAK
5h 35m
1 stop
$373Southwest
Mon, May 11 - Tue, May 19
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 5:45 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 10:30 am
DSM
-
OAK
5h 35m
1 stop
$377Southwest
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 5:02 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 07m
2 stops
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 9:41 pm
DSM
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OAK
7h 18m
2 stops
$378Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 9:15 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 10:35 pm
DSM
-
OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
$382Southwest
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
Southwest Logo
1:10 pm - 8:55 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 8:05 pm
DSM
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OAK
8h 20m
2 stops
$383Southwest
Sat, May 9 - Mon, May 11
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 5:02 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 07m
2 stops
Delta Logo
4:23 pm - 9:41 pm
DSM
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OAK
7h 18m
2 stops
$387Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
9:50 am - 8:55 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 8:05 pm
DSM
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OAK
8h 20m
2 stops
$388Southwest
Sat, May 9 - Mon, May 11

Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 22
OAK6:35 amOakland
5h 30m
1 stop
DSM2:05 pmDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
8h 40m
1 stop
OAK6:45 pmOakland
$367
Southwest
May 11
OAK11:55 pmOakland
9h 30m
1 stop
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
May 19
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
5h 35m
1 stop
OAK10:05 pmOakland
$368
Southwest
Apr 22
OAK8:15 amOakland
7h 40m
1 stop
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM2:10 pmDes Moines
8h 50m
2 stops
OAK9:00 pmOakland
$372

Delta flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Apr 22
OAK5:55 amOakland
9h 07m
2 stops
DSM5:02 pmDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM4:23 pmDes Moines
7h 18m
2 stops
OAK9:41 pmOakland
$378
Delta
Apr 22
OAK5:55 amOakland
9h 07m
2 stops
DSM5:02 pmDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM4:23 pmDes Moines
7h 18m
2 stops
OAK9:41 pmOakland
$387
Delta
Apr 22
OAK5:55 amOakland
9h 07m
2 stops
DSM5:02 pmDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM4:23 pmDes Moines
7h 18m
2 stops
OAK9:41 pmOakland
$458

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OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 4/22

6:35 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

12:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$367

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Mon 5/11

11:55 pm-11:25 am

1 stop9h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

6:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$368

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 4/22

8:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

2:10 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$372

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Mon 5/11

12:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

6:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$373
Quickest round-trip

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 4/1

10:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

6:55 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 35m

$377

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 4/22

5:55 am-5:02 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

4:23 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops7h 18m

$378

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 4/21

10:15 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

7:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$382

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sat 5/9

1:10 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

1:45 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$383

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 4/22

5:55 am-5:02 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

4:23 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops7h 18m

$387

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sat 5/9

9:50 am-8:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

1:45 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$388

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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?

Southwest, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Oakland, California according to our data. Southwest 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.

When to book flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

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Fastest flight time

5h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines takes 5h 45m
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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  • 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 45m.

  • 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 $353Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,311 reviews
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