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

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Southwest Logo
7:35 am - 4:00 pm
OAK
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DSM
6h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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OAK
9h 30m
1 stop
$447Southwest
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
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1:30 pm - 9:15 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 9:45 pm
DSM
-
OAK
9h 35m
1 stop
$452Southwest
Tue, May 26 - Sat, May 30
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 6:35 pm
OAK
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DSM
8h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 12:05 am
DSM
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OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
$456Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
Southwest Logo
11:10 am - 9:15 pm
OAK
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DSM
8h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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OAK
7h 45m
2 stops
$457Southwest
Tue, May 26 - Sat, May 30
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 6:35 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 12:05 am
DSM
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OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
$461Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
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6:30 am - 3:30 pm
OAK
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DSM
7h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 7:35 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 30m
2 stops
$550Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
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7:35 am - 4:00 pm
OAK
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DSM
6h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 9:35 am
DSM
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OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
$687Southwest
Thu, Jul 2 - Sun, Jul 5
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5:45 am - 12:50 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 12:20 pm
DSM
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OAK
8h 10m
2 stops
$692Southwest
Thu, Jul 2 - Sun, Jul 5
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11:55 pm - 12:10 pm
OAK
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DSM
10h 15m
1 stop
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6:45 am - 10:10 am
DSM
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OAK
5h 25m
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$718Southwest
Sun, Mar 22 - Sun, Mar 29
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6:10 am - 1:40 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:20 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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OAK
9h 50m
1 stop
$802Southwest
Fri, Mar 20 - Fri, Mar 27

Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jun 4
OAK7:35 amOakland
6h 25m
1 stop
DSM4:00 pmDes Moines
Jun 8
DSM4:40 pmDes Moines
9h 30m
1 stop
OAK12:10 amOakland
$447
Southwest
May 26
OAK1:30 pmOakland
5h 45m
1 stop
DSM9:15 pmDes Moines
May 30
DSM2:10 pmDes Moines
9h 35m
1 stop
OAK9:45 pmOakland
$452
Southwest
May 7
OAK8:00 amOakland
8h 35m
1 stop
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
May 10
DSM8:40 pmDes Moines
5h 25m
1 stop
OAK12:05 amOakland
$456

Delta flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
May 7
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 48m
2 stops
DSM4:48 pmDes Moines
May 10
DSM5:28 pmDes Moines
8h 29m
2 stops
OAK11:57 pmOakland
$1,239
Delta
May 14
OAK6:00 amOakland
9h 06m
2 stops
DSM5:06 pmDes Moines
Aug 8
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
7h 36m
2 stops
OAK4:31 pmOakland
$1,682
Delta
May 8
OAK6:00 amOakland
8h 48m
2 stops
DSM4:48 pmDes Moines
May 10
DSM5:28 pmDes Moines
8h 29m
2 stops
OAK11:57 pmOakland
$1,819

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OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 6/4

7:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

4:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 30m

$447

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 5/26

1:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

2:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$452

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 5/7

8:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

8:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 25m

$456

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 5/26

11:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

6:40 am-12:25 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$457

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 5/7

7:15 am-6:35 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

8:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 25m

$461

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 5/7

6:30 am-3:30 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

12:05 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$550

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 7/2

7:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

6:10 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 25m

$687

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 7/2

5:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

6:10 am-12:20 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$692

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 3/22

11:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 3/29

6:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 25m

$718

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 3/20

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

4:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 50m

$802

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

Southwest and Delta are the most popular carriers 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.

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Cheap Oakland, California to Des Moines (OAK to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

6h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines takes 6h 25m
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 6h 25m.

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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SouthwestPriceFrom $353Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,300 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Oakland, California to Des Moines

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Oakland, California to Des Moines, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Oakland, California to Des Moines starts from $353 round-trip, up to an average price of $512. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

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