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Cheap flights from San José to Des Moines from $395

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1:31 pm - 11:12 pm
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DSM
9h 41m
1 stop
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3:32 pm - 12:22 pm
DSM
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SJO
20h 50m
1 stop
$395Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:31 pm - 11:12 pm
SJO
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DSM
9h 41m
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3:32 pm - 11:40 am
DSM
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SJO
20h 08m
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$406Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:31 pm - 10:46 am
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DSM
21h 15m
2 stops
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3:32 pm - 12:22 pm
DSM
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SJO
20h 50m
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$454Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:31 pm - 11:12 pm
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DSM
9h 41m
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6:14 pm - 12:22 pm
DSM
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SJO
18h 08m
2 stops
$492Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 21
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1:31 pm - 11:12 pm
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DSM
9h 41m
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7:45 pm - 7:45 am
DSM
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SJO
36h 00m
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$512Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:31 pm - 9:25 am
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DSM
19h 54m
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3:32 pm - 12:22 pm
DSM
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SJO
20h 50m
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$527Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
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12:35 pm - 6:47 pm
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DSM
30h 12m
2 stops
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3:32 pm - 12:22 pm
DSM
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SJO
20h 50m
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$547Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22
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12:35 pm - 9:25 am
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DSM
20h 50m
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3:32 pm - 12:22 pm
DSM
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SJO
20h 50m
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$551Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:31 pm - 11:12 pm
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DSM
9h 41m
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3:32 pm - 11:40 am
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20h 08m
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$567Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:31 pm - 11:12 pm
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9h 41m
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3:32 pm - 12:22 pm
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20h 50m
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$573Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22

United Airlines flights from San José to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 17
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Feb 22
DSM7:52 amDes Moines
29h 23m
1 stop
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$585
United Airlines
Feb 17
SJO11:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 59m
2 stops
DSM2:27 pmDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM6:55 pmDes Moines
18h 20m
2 stops
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$601
United Airlines
Feb 15
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 42m
2 stops
DSM2:27 pmDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
25h 26m
1 stop
SJO12:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$617

Air Canada flights from San José to Des Moines

Our best Air Canada deals on San José to Des Moines flight tickets
Air Canada
Feb 16
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 37m
2 stops
DSM2:27 pmDes Moines
Feb 17
DSM6:55 pmDes Moines
29h 10m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,691
Air Canada
Feb 17
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 52m
2 stops
DSM2:27 pmDes Moines
Feb 18
DSM6:55 pmDes Moines
29h 10m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,771
Air Canada
Feb 20
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 18m
2 stops
DSM10:53 amDes Moines
Feb 21
DSM6:55 pmDes Moines
28h 20m
2 stops
SJO11:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,871

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San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$395

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-11:40 am

2 stops20h 08m

$406

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

1:31 pm-10:46 am

2 stops21h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$454

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

6:14 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$492

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

7:45 pm-7:45 am

3 stops36h 00m

$512

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

1:31 pm-9:25 am

2 stops19h 54m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$527

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

12:35 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops30h 12m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$547

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

12:35 pm-9:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$551

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

1:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-11:40 am

2 stops20h 08m

$567

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

1:31 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$573

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Fastest flight time

13h 45m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San José to Des Moines takes 13h 45m
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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 13h 45m.

  • 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.

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  • 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.

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $495Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $510Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,216 reviews
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