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Cheap flights from Sacramento to Des Moines from $217

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Des Moines departing on 7/7. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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6:28 pm - 9:11 pm
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DSM
24h 43m
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10:01 pm - 4:04 pm
DSM
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SMF
20h 03m
1 stop
$316Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Jul 27
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5:07 pm - 12:59 pm
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DSM
17h 52m
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1:49 pm - 5:33 pm
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SMF
29h 44m
2 stops
$319Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 5
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4:28 pm - 10:47 pm
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DSM
28h 19m
2 stops
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10:06 pm - 3:32 pm
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SMF
19h 26m
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$323Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jul 18 - Fri, Aug 14
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6:28 pm - 9:11 pm
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DSM
24h 43m
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10:01 pm - 4:04 pm
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20h 03m
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$324Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Jul 27
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1:29 pm - 8:41 pm
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DSM
29h 12m
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9:56 pm - 12:34 pm
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SMF
16h 38m
1 stop
$341Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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3:05 pm - 12:01 am
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DSM
6h 56m
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4:48 pm - 10:33 pm
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SMF
7h 45m
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$347American Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
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6:28 pm - 9:11 pm
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DSM
24h 43m
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10:01 pm - 7:23 pm
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23h 22m
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$348Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Jul 27
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8:55 am - 5:45 pm
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6h 50m
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7:15 am - 10:25 am
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5h 10m
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$352Southwest
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26
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8:55 am - 5:45 pm
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DSM
6h 50m
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12:30 pm - 6:40 pm
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8h 10m
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$357Southwest
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26
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4:28 pm - 8:43 pm
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26h 15m
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10:06 pm - 3:32 pm
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19h 26m
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$360Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jul 18 - Fri, Aug 14

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Southwest flights from Sacramento to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 18
SMF8:55 amSacramento Intl
6h 50m
2 stops
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
Aug 26
DSM7:15 amDes Moines
5h 10m
1 stop
SMF10:25 amSacramento Intl
$352
Southwest
Aug 18
SMF8:55 amSacramento Intl
6h 50m
2 stops
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
Aug 26
DSM12:30 pmDes Moines
8h 10m
2 stops
SMF6:40 pmSacramento Intl
$357
Southwest
Nov 21
SMF5:10 amSacramento Intl
10h 05m
1 stop
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
Dec 5
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
7h 20m
2 stops
SMF12:20 pmSacramento Intl
$403

United Airlines flights from Sacramento to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Sacramento to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 20
SMF11:43 pmSacramento Intl
8h 34m
1 stop
DSM10:17 amDes Moines
Jul 21
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
5h 55m
1 stop
SMF9:12 pmSacramento Intl
$392
United Airlines
Jul 15
SMF4:19 pmSacramento Intl
5h 25m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
Jul 16
DSM5:50 amDes Moines
5h 45m
1 stop
SMF9:35 amSacramento Intl
$417
United Airlines
Sep 4
SMF4:17 pmSacramento Intl
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
Sep 6
DSM9:13 amDes Moines
7h 58m
1 stop
SMF3:11 pmSacramento Intl
$420

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SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/23

6:28 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop24h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 7/27

10:01 pm-4:04 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$316

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/28

5:07 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop17h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 8/5

1:49 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$319

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/18

4:28 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops28h 19m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

10:06 pm-3:32 pm

1 stop19h 26m

$323

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/23

6:28 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop24h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 7/27

10:01 pm-4:04 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$324

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/10

1:29 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop29h 12m

Des Moines

Sun 9/13

9:56 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$341

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/28

3:05 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 56m

Des Moines

Tue 8/4

4:48 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$347

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/23

6:28 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop24h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 7/27

10:01 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops23h 22m

$348
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/18

8:55 am-5:45 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 8/26

7:15 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 10m

$352

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/18

8:55 am-5:45 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 8/26

12:30 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$357

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/18

4:28 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

10:06 pm-3:32 pm

1 stop19h 26m

$360

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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 January, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Sacramento to Des Moines during August average around $410.

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Fastest flight time

5h 24m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Sacramento to Des Moines takes 5h 24m
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Sacramento to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to Des Moines

  • How far is Sacramento Intl to Des Moines by plane?

    Sacramento Intl and Des Moines are 1480.1 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 24m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,739 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $336Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,243 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $369Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,875 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Sacramento to Des Moines

    Southwest flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines start from $336 round-trip. Over the 1 Southwest flight for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $450 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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