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Cheap flights from Sacramento to Des Moines from $144

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 8/18. 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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Frontier Logo
12:06 pm - 1:40 pmSMF-DSM
23h 34m1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 11:13 amDSM-SMF
22h 48m1 stop
$245Frontier
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 11:13 pmSMF-DSM
6h 41m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-SMF
6h 40m1 stop
$297American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 18
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 11:13 pmSMF-DSM
8h 11m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-SMF
6h 40m1 stop
$302American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 18
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 10:14 amSMF-DSM
13h 19m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:49 pm - 11:16 pmDSM-SMF
10h 27m2 stops
$307Delta
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Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 18
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9:33 am - 10:41 pmSMF-DSM
11h 08m1 stop
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5:49 pm - 8:38 amDSM-SMF
16h 49m2 stops
$336
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:13 pmSMF-DSM
5h 28m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:38 amDSM-SMF
5h 38m1 stop
$377United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
6:46 am - 4:13 pmSMF-DSM
7h 27m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 10:58 pmDSM-SMF
9h 33m1 stop
$382United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 2
Logo
9:33 am - 1:32 pmSMF-DSM
25h 59m3 stops
Logo
5:49 pm - 8:38 amDSM-SMF
16h 49m2 stops
$389
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 2:14 pmSMF-DSM
5h 59m1 stop
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 8:33 pmDSM-SMF
6h 33m1 stop
$427Delta
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Sun, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 2
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 amSMF-DSM
5h 50m1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 6:20 pmDSM-SMF
7h 15m1 stop
$594Southwest
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Sat, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 2

American Airlines flights from Sacramento to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Sacramento to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 10
SMF2:32 pmSacramento Intl
6h 41m
1 stop
DSM11:13 pmDes Moines
Sep 18
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
6h 40m
1 stop
SMF10:35 pmSacramento Intl
$297
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American Airlines
Sep 10
SMF1:02 pmSacramento Intl
8h 11m
2 stops
DSM11:13 pmDes Moines
Sep 18
DSM5:55 pmDes Moines
6h 40m
1 stop
SMF10:35 pmSacramento Intl
$302
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American Airlines
Aug 14
SMF2:56 pmSacramento Intl
6h 28m
1 stop
DSM11:24 pmDes Moines
Aug 19
DSM11:00 amDes Moines
10h 51m
1 stop
SMF7:51 pmSacramento Intl
$507
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Delta flights from Sacramento to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Sacramento to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Sep 10
SMF6:55 pmSacramento Intl
13h 19m
2 stops
DSM10:14 amDes Moines
Sep 18
DSM2:49 pmDes Moines
10h 27m
2 stops
SMF11:16 pmSacramento Intl
$307
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Delta
Dec 21
SMF6:15 amSacramento Intl
5h 59m
1 stop
DSM2:14 pmDes Moines
Jan 2
DSM4:00 pmDes Moines
6h 33m
1 stop
SMF8:33 pmSacramento Intl
$427
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Delta
Dec 21
SMF6:15 amSacramento Intl
5h 59m
1 stop
DSM2:14 pmDes Moines
Jan 1
DSM6:55 amDes Moines
7h 14m
1 stop
SMF12:09 pmSacramento Intl
$443
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 2, 2025.
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SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

12:06 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 34m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

2:25 pm-11:13 am

1 stop22h 48m

$245

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/10

2:32 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$297

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/10

1:02 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops8h 11m

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$302

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/10

6:55 pm-10:14 am

2 stops13h 19m

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

2:49 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$307

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

9:33 am-10:41 pm

1 stop11h 08m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

5:49 pm-8:38 am

2 stops16h 49m

$336

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

8:45 am-4:13 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

$377

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

6:46 am-4:13 pm

2 stops7h 27m

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

3:25 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$382

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

9:33 am-1:32 pm

3 stops25h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

5:49 pm-8:38 am

2 stops16h 49m

$389

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/21

6:15 am-2:14 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

4:00 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$427

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/20

5:30 pm-1:20 am

1 stop5h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

1:05 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$594

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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 February, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Sacramento to Des Moines during July average around $391.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Sacramento to Des Moines is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $397. Flights from Sacramento to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $607. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Sacramento to Des Moines at noon for as low as $389. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $511. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How have Sacramento to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Sacramento to Des Moines flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sacramento to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sacramento to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sacramento to Des Moines (SMF to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$144

Fastest flight time

5h 21m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $144. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $245.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to Des Moines takes 5h 21m
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Sacramento Intl Airport - Des Moines Airport.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)
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  • 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 21m.

  • 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 $334Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $336Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,904 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $362Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Sacramento to Des Moines

    United Airlines flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines start from $336 round-trip. Over the 5 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $481 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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