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Cheap flights from San José to Des Moines from $286

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1:00 pm - 10:57 pm
SJO
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DSM
32h 57m
2 stops
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7:45 am - 11:45 am
DSM
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SJO
29h 00m
1 stop
$430Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 17
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1:00 pm - 10:57 pm
SJO
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DSM
32h 57m
2 stops
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7:45 am - 11:45 am
DSM
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SJO
29h 00m
1 stop
$451Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 10 - Sun, May 17
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5:45 am - 9:11 pm
SJO
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DSM
38h 26m
3 stops
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7:45 am - 11:45 am
DSM
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SJO
29h 00m
1 stop
$552Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 17
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9:00 am - 10:10 pm
SJO
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DSM
12h 10m
2 stops
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7:00 am - 6:40 pm
DSM
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SJO
12h 40m
2 stops
$562Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 14
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1:00 pm - 11:24 pm
SJO
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DSM
9h 24m
1 stop
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4:07 pm - 11:15 pm
DSM
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SJO
32h 08m
2 stops
$568Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8
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9:00 am - 10:10 pm
SJO
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DSM
12h 10m
2 stops
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6:30 pm - 12:10 pm
DSM
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SJO
18h 40m
2 stops
$570Southwest
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5
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9:00 am - 11:05 pm
SJO
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DSM
13h 05m
2 stops
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5:25 am - 7:00 pm
DSM
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SJO
14h 35m
2 stops
$580Southwest
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, May 4
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5:00 pm - 4:00 pm
SJO
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DSM
22h 00m
2 stops
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2:36 pm - 11:45 am
DSM
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SJO
22h 09m
1 stop
$584Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, May 3
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1:00 pm - 11:24 pm
SJO
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DSM
9h 24m
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7:35 am - 3:05 pm
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SJO
32h 30m
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$586Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8
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1:00 pm - 11:24 pm
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DSM
9h 24m
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9:56 pm - 11:15 pm
DSM
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SJO
26h 19m
3 stops
$595Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8

Southwest flights from San José to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on San José to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 27
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 10m
2 stops
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
Sep 14
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
12h 40m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$562
Southwest
Apr 28
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 10m
2 stops
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
May 5
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
18h 40m
2 stops
SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$570
Southwest
Apr 24
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 05m
2 stops
DSM11:05 pmDes Moines
May 4
DSM5:25 amDes Moines
14h 35m
2 stops
SJO7:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$580

United Airlines flights from San José to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Jun 1
SJO11:13 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 22m
1 stop
DSM10:35 pmDes Moines
Jun 8
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
28h 51m
1 stop
SJO10:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$646
United Airlines
May 27
SJO12:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 55m
2 stops
DSM7:25 pmDes Moines
Jun 1
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
30h 11m
2 stops
SJO10:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$656
United Airlines
May 11
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 42m
2 stops
DSM10:37 amDes Moines
Jun 1
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
29h 11m
2 stops
SJO10:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$662

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San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

1:00 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops32h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 5/17

7:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop29h 00m

$430

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

1:00 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops32h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 5/17

7:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop29h 00m

$451

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

5:45 am-9:11 pm

3 stops38h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 5/17

7:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop29h 00m

$552
Quickest round-trip

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 9/14

7:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$562

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

1:00 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

4:07 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops32h 08m

$568

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

6:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$570

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/24

9:00 am-11:05 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

5:25 am-7:00 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$580

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

5:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 5/3

2:36 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 09m

$584

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

1:00 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

7:35 am-3:05 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$586

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

1:00 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

9:56 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops26h 19m

$595

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Fastest flight time

10h 22m

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The fastest flight from San José to Des Moines takes 10h 22m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to Des Moines

  • 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 10h 22m.

  • 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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American AirlinesPriceFrom $510Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,554 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $566Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,547 reviews
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