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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Des Moines from $68

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines departing on 5/14. 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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Best Price Found

$68

Fastest flight time

5h 34m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $68. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $140.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Des Moines takes 5h 34m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Des Moines Airport.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Des Moines

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines?

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Des Moines from San Francisco is February. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Des Moines?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines?

In the evening. San Francisco to Des Moines flights are approximately 11% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

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

Frontier. American Airlines, Delta, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Des Moines

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Des Moines flight route?

San Francisco - Des Moines. Fly from San Francisco to Des Moines for the best San Francisco - Des Moines flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Des Moines flights?

60 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines is approximately 60 days to departure

If you are looking to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines, you are most likely going to fly from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport, the most popular airports on that route. When booking your trip to Des Moines, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. Good options for departure airports when traveling to Des Moines, you can try San Jose Airport (in San Jose), Oakland Airport (in Oakland), or Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (in Santa Rosa). When traveling from San Francisco, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly into when you land in Des Moines. The nearest airport to Des Moines Airport is Waterloo Airport which is located in Waterloo. The least expensive flight option from San Francisco to Des Moines will typically be SFO — DSM during the month of March with an average price of $260 RT.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)$260
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San Jose Airport (SJC) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)$336
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Oakland Airport (OAK) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)$288
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San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Waterloo Airport (ALO)$479
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Oakland Airport (OAK) to Waterloo Airport (ALO)$2,363
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Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS) to Des Moines Airport (DSM)$778
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Easily compare round-trip flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from San Francisco to Des Moines by changing tabs
Frontier
Apr 30
SFO12:58 amSan Francisco
11h 27m
1 stop
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
May 8
DSM3:25 pmDes Moines
6h 03m
1 stop
SFO7:28 pmSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
Apr 10
SFO6:19 pmSan Francisco
19h 52m
1 stop
DSM4:11 pmDes Moines
Apr 12
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
20h 06m
2 stops
SFO11:23 amSan Francisco
Frontier
May 30
SFO12:59 amSan Francisco
17h 35m
1 stop
DSM8:34 pmDes Moines
Jun 3
DSM9:42 pmDes Moines
11h 17m
1 stop
SFO6:59 amSan Francisco
American Airlines
May 1
SFO5:45 amSan Francisco
6h 16m
1 stop
DSM2:01 pmDes Moines
May 8
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
9h 09m
2 stops
SFO12:09 pmSan Francisco
United Airlines
May 21
SFO5:47 pmSan Francisco
20h 22m
1 stop
DSM4:09 pmDes Moines
May 25
DSM5:14 pmDes Moines
16h 34m
1 stop
SFO7:48 amSan Francisco
Delta
Apr 30
SFO12:45 amSan Francisco
8h 41m
1 stop
DSM11:26 amDes Moines
May 8
DSM10:40 amDes Moines
13h 10m
2 stops
SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

If you're looking for one-way flights from San Francisco to Des Moines, view some of our deals below provided by American Airlines and Frontier
Frontier
May 14
SFO7:01 pmSan Francisco
17h 24m
1 stop
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
Multiple Airlines
Apr 17
SFO12:58 amSan Francisco
18h 53m
2 stops
DSM9:51 pmDes Moines
Frontier
May 14
SFO11:43 amSan Francisco
24h 42m
2 stops
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines

Search last-minute flights to Des Moines from San Francisco

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from San Francisco to Des Moines
Multiple Airlines
Apr 4
SFO12:47 amSan Francisco
8h 39m
1 stop
DSM11:26 amDes Moines
Apr 7
DSM9:00 amDes Moines
50h 33m
2 stops
SFO9:33 amSan Francisco
American Airlines
Apr 5
SFO4:16 pmSan Francisco
5h 34m
1 stop
DSM11:50 pmDes Moines
Apr 7
DSM1:00 pmDes Moines
11h 50m
1 stop
SFO10:50 pmSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
Apr 4
SFO12:47 amSan Francisco
8h 39m
1 stop
DSM11:26 amDes Moines
Apr 7
DSM9:00 amDes Moines
27h 47m
1 stop
SFO10:47 amSan Francisco
United Airlines
Apr 5
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
21h 07m
2 stops
DSM8:37 pmDes Moines
Apr 7
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
5h 43m
1 stop
SFO9:43 amSan Francisco
United Airlines
Apr 5
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
21h 07m
2 stops
DSM8:37 pmDes Moines
Apr 7
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
15h 00m
2 stops
SFO7:00 pmSan Francisco
American Airlines
Apr 5
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
9h 25m
2 stops
DSM10:00 pmDes Moines
Apr 7
DSM5:58 amDes Moines
11h 48m
2 stops
SFO3:46 pmSan Francisco

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Des Moines

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Des Moines with momondo
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Free Cancellation
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FrontierPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
6.3
4,263 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
7.3
15,181 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $332Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,402 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $368Free CancellationRating
7.4
11,470 reviews
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Frontier flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
Apr 30
SFO12:58 amSan Francisco
11h 27m
1 stop
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
May 8
DSM3:25 pmDes Moines
6h 03m
1 stop
SFO7:28 pmSan Francisco
Frontier
May 30
SFO12:59 amSan Francisco
17h 35m
1 stop
DSM8:34 pmDes Moines
Jun 3
DSM9:42 pmDes Moines
11h 17m
1 stop
SFO6:59 amSan Francisco
Frontier
Apr 9
SFO12:58 amSan Francisco
11h 27m
1 stop
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
Apr 12
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
28h 49m
1 stop
SFO8:06 pmSan Francisco

Delta flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Apr 30
SFO12:45 amSan Francisco
8h 41m
1 stop
DSM11:26 amDes Moines
May 8
DSM10:40 amDes Moines
13h 10m
2 stops
SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco
Delta
May 20
SFO12:40 amSan Francisco
8h 38m
1 stop
DSM11:18 amDes Moines
May 24
DSM5:40 pmDes Moines
8h 12m
1 stop
SFO11:52 pmSan Francisco
Delta
May 20
SFO12:40 amSan Francisco
8h 38m
1 stop
DSM11:18 amDes Moines
May 25
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
10h 34m
1 stop
SFO3:04 pmSan Francisco

  • How far is San Francisco to Des Moines by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Des Moines is about 1544.3 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 6h 12m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Alternative routes for San Francisco to Des Moines

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Fastest flight time5h 27m
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Fastest flight time9h 21m
Cheapest price$392

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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Des Moines with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Des Moines from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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