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Cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Des Moines from $437

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 José, San José Province to Des Moines departing on 8/10. 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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United Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:29 pmSJO-DSM
8h 09m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 1:17 pmDSM-SJO
18h 32m2 stops
$542United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 7
American Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 11:44 pmSJO-DSM
15h 39m1 stop
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7:09 am - 8:02 pmDSM-SJO
12h 53m2 stops
$546American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 7
American Airlines Logo
7:27 am - 9:04 amSJO-DSM
24h 37m1 stop
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4:09 pm - 5:52 pmDSM-SJO
26h 43m1 stop
$564American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
7:27 am - 9:04 amSJO-DSM
24h 37m1 stop
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6:12 pm - 5:52 pmDSM-SJO
24h 40m1 stop
$569American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:28 pmSJO-DSM
16h 28m2 stops
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6:12 pm - 5:52 pmDSM-SJO
24h 40m1 stop
$574American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:13 pmSJO-DSM
16h 13m2 stops
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7:08 am - 7:42 pmDSM-SJO
13h 34m2 stops
$590American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:13 pmSJO-DSM
16h 13m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:57 pmDSM-SJO
12h 57m2 stops
$596American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 20
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:39 amSJO-DSM
25h 44m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 12:26 pmDSM-SJO
22h 01m2 stops
$647United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 21
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 10:17 pmSJO-DSM
7h 47m1 stop
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6:15 am - 12:26 pmDSM-SJO
7h 11m1 stop
$777United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 21
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:39 amSJO-DSM
28h 09m2 stops
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6:15 pm - 12:26 pmDSM-SJO
19h 11m3 stops
$1,248United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 21

United Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on San José, San José Province to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 15
SJO2:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 09m
1 stop
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
Jan 7
DSM6:45 pmDes Moines
18h 32m
2 stops
SJO1:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$542
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United Airlines
Aug 18
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 44m
2 stops
DSM10:39 amDes Moines
Aug 21
DSM3:25 pmDes Moines
22h 01m
2 stops
SJO12:26 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$647
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United Airlines
Aug 18
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 47m
1 stop
DSM10:17 pmDes Moines
Aug 21
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
7h 11m
1 stop
SJO12:26 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$777
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American Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on San José, San José Province to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 15
SJO8:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 39m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
Jan 7
DSM7:09 amDes Moines
12h 53m
2 stops
SJO8:02 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$546
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American Airlines
Sep 8
SJO7:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 37m
1 stop
DSM9:04 amDes Moines
Sep 20
DSM4:09 pmDes Moines
26h 43m
1 stop
SJO5:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$564
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American Airlines
Sep 8
SJO7:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 37m
1 stop
DSM9:04 amDes Moines
Sep 20
DSM6:12 pmDes Moines
24h 40m
1 stop
SJO5:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$569
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San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

2:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

6:45 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops18h 32m

$542

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

8:05 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 39m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

7:09 am-8:02 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$546

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

7:27 am-9:04 am

1 stop24h 37m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

4:09 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop26h 43m

$564

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

7:27 am-9:04 am

1 stop24h 37m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:12 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$569

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-11:28 pm

2 stops16h 28m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:12 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$574

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-11:13 pm

2 stops16h 13m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

7:08 am-7:42 pm

2 stops13h 34m

$590

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-11:13 pm

2 stops16h 13m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-5:57 pm

2 stops12h 57m

$596

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

7:55 am-10:39 am

2 stops25h 44m

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

3:25 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$647

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

1:30 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

6:15 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$777

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

5:30 am-10:39 am

2 stops28h 09m

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

6:15 pm-12:26 pm

3 stops19h 11m

$1,248

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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 San José, San José Province to Des Moines during July average around $532.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San José, San José Province to Des Moines is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $499. Flights from San José, San José Province to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $788. 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 in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from San José, San José Province to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $604. 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 evening because they tend to be around $639. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Cheap San José, San José Province to Des Moines (SJO to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$437

Fastest flight time

7h 47m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from San José, San José Province in the past 72 hours is $437. The best round-trip flight deal from San José, San José Province to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $542.
The fastest flight from San José, San José Province to Des Moines takes 7h 47m
There are no direct flights from San José, San José Province to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport - Des Moines Airport.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Des Moines by plane?

    Des Moines is 2261.0 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 7h 47m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 San José Juan Santamaria 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 San José, San José Province to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Des Moines

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Free Cancellation
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $504Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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