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Cheap flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines from $167

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9:22 am - 9:01 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:07 pm - 8:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
12h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$198Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:22 am - 9:01 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:57 pm - 9:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
21h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$203Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:25 pm - 9:01 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
21h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:07 pm - 8:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
12h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$218Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:22 am - 9:01 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:57 pm - 9:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
21h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$218Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:22 am - 2:08 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
26h 46m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:57 pm - 9:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
21h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$237Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:22 am - 9:17 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
9h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:57 pm - 8:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
8h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$245Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
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9:22 am - 7:19 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
31h 57m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:07 pm - 8:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
12h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$245Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:22 am - 2:08 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
26h 46m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:57 pm - 9:37 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
21h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$252Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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5:35 am - 1:10 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:15 pm - 12:20 amDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$369Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
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10:00 am - 5:45 pmOAK  Oakland-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:00 pm - 10:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-OAK Oakland
9h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$369Southwest
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11

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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
Dec 17
OAK5:35 amOakland
5h 35m
1 stop
DSM1:10 pmDes Moines
Dec 21
DSM7:15 pmDes Moines
7h 05m
1 stop
OAK12:20 amOakland
$369
Southwest
Jan 8
OAK11:35 amOakland
7h 00m
2 stops
DSM8:35 pmDes Moines
Jan 11
DSM6:55 amDes Moines
7h 20m
2 stops
OAK12:15 pmOakland
$379
Southwest
Dec 17
OAK8:00 amOakland
8h 35m
2 stops
DSM6:35 pmDes Moines
Dec 21
DSM7:15 pmDes Moines
7h 05m
1 stop
OAK12:20 amOakland
$393

Delta flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Oakland, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Nov 23
OAK5:55 amOakland
13h 18m
2 stops
DSM9:13 pmDes Moines
Dec 2
DSM11:01 amDes Moines
15h 02m
2 stops
OAK12:03 amOakland
$772
Delta
Nov 23
OAK5:55 amOakland
13h 18m
2 stops
DSM9:13 pmDes Moines
Nov 30
DSM7:55 pmDes Moines
30h 08m
2 stops
OAK12:03 amOakland
$806
Delta
Nov 22
OAK5:00 pmOakland
26h 13m
2 stops
DSM9:13 pmDes Moines
Dec 2
DSM11:01 amDes Moines
15h 02m
2 stops
OAK12:03 amOakland
$862

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OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 1/8

9:22 am-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 1/10

10:07 pm-8:37 am

1 stop12h 30m

$198

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 1/8

9:22 am-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

1:57 pm-9:37 am

1 stop21h 40m

$203

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 1/7

9:25 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop21h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 1/10

10:07 pm-8:37 am

1 stop12h 30m

$218

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 1/8

9:22 am-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

1:57 pm-9:37 am

1 stop21h 40m

$218

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 1/8

9:22 am-2:08 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

1:57 pm-9:37 am

1 stop21h 40m

$237

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 1/7

9:22 am-9:17 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

1:57 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$245

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 1/7

9:22 am-7:19 pm

2 stops31h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 1/10

10:07 pm-8:37 am

1 stop12h 30m

$245

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 1/8

9:22 am-2:08 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

1:57 pm-9:37 am

1 stop21h 40m

$252
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OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 12/17

5:35 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 12/21

7:15 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 05m

$369

OaklandDes Moines

OAK Oakland - DSM Des Moines

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 1/8

10:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

3:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$369

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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.

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Best Price Found

$167

Fastest flight time

5h 35m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $167. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $198.
The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines takes 5h 35m
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 35m.

  • 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?

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SouthwestPriceFrom $378Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,215 reviews
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