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Cheap flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines from $175

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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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3:54 pm - 5:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
27h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$275Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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10:17 am - 7:30 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
31h 13m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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3:54 pm - 5:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
27h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$353Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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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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11:50 am - 5:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
8h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$433Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:35 am - 4:05 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:30 pm - 12:15 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
9h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$450Southwest
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:05 am - 4:05 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 00m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:30 pm - 12:15 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
9h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$465Southwest
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:05 am - 4:05 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 00m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:10 pm - 12:40 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
7h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$480Southwest
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
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2:35 pm - 9:35 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:30 pm - 7:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
7h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$486Southwest
Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10
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12:00 pm - 9:35 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
7h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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2:30 pm - 7:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
7h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$491Southwest
Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10
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6:50 am - 1:55 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:20 am - 10:35 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$510Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
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10:15 am - 9:05 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
8h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
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7:20 am - 10:35 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
5h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$515Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

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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
Sep 12
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Sep 26
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
11h 36m
2 stops
OAK10:01 pmOakland
$790
Delta
Sep 12
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Sep 26
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
11h 36m
2 stops
OAK10:01 pmOakland
$928
Delta
Sep 12
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Sep 26
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
11h 36m
2 stops
OAK10:01 pmOakland
$947

Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Oct 3
OAK12:50 pmOakland
5h 00m
1 stop
DSM7:50 pmDes Moines
Oct 6
DSM3:00 pmDes Moines
9h 10m
2 stops
OAK10:10 pmOakland
$368
Southwest
Oct 3
OAK12:50 pmOakland
5h 00m
1 stop
DSM7:50 pmDes Moines
Oct 6
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
5h 35m
1 stop
OAK10:10 pmOakland
$389
Southwest
Oct 3
OAK7:55 amOakland
7h 20m
2 stops
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
Oct 6
DSM3:00 pmDes Moines
9h 10m
2 stops
OAK10:10 pmOakland
$390

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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

Thu 10/29

3:54 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop27h 06m

$275

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/22

10:17 am-7:30 pm

2 stops31h 13m

Des Moines

Thu 10/29

3:54 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop27h 06m

$353

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 10/22

12:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 10/29

11:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$433

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 10/4

6:35 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

4:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 45m

$450

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 10/4

7:05 am-4:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

4:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 45m

$465

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 10/4

7:05 am-4:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

7:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops7h 30m

$480

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 10/4

2:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 10/10

2:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$486

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 10/4

12:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 10/10

2:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$491
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OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/23

6:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 9/26

7:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 15m

$510

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/23

10:15 am-9:05 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 9/26

7:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 15m

$515

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

Delta 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 36% 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.

When to book flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

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Best Price Found

$175

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 $175. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $275.
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.

  • 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
4,195 reviews
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