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Cheap flights from San Jose to Des Moines from $195

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11:40 am - 2:27 pmSJC-DSM
24h 47m1 stop
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3:40 pm - 8:00 pmDSM-SJC
6h 20m1 stop
$257Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
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11:40 am - 2:53 pmSJC-DSM
49h 13m2 stops
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3:40 pm - 8:00 pmDSM-SJC
6h 20m1 stop
$306Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
Delta Logo
1:20 pm - 9:03 pmSJC-DSM
5h 43m1 stop
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2:40 pm - 8:26 pmDSM-SJC
7h 46m1 stop
$317Delta
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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 15
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9:00 am - 9:03 pmSJC-DSM
10h 03m2 stops
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2:13 pm - 10:58 pmDSM-SJC
10h 45m1 stop
$322Delta
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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 15
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:49 pmSJC-DSM
5h 39m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 10:16 pmDSM-SJC
5h 56m1 stop
$403American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
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6:10 am - 1:49 pmSJC-DSM
5h 39m1 stop
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5:00 am - 10:16 amDSM-SJC
7h 16m1 stop
$433American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
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1:00 pm - 10:22 pmSJC-DSM
7h 22m1 stop
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5:13 pm - 9:06 pmDSM-SJC
5h 53m1 stop
$449United Airlines
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Thu, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 16
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8:25 am - 9:36 pmSJC-DSM
11h 11m2 stops
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8:00 am - 5:43 pmDSM-SJC
11h 43m2 stops
$487United Airlines
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Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 1:20 amSJC-DSM
7h 10m2 stops
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8:20 am - 2:45 pmDSM-SJC
8h 25m1 stop
$488Southwest
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Sat, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 2
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7:10 am - 6:00 pmSJC-DSM
8h 50m2 stops
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12:05 pm - 8:15 pmDSM-SJC
10h 10m2 stops
$493Southwest
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Sat, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 2

Delta flights from San Jose to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on San Jose to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Oct 14
SJC1:20 pmSan Jose
5h 43m
1 stop
DSM9:03 pmDes Moines
Oct 15
DSM2:40 pmDes Moines
7h 46m
1 stop
SJC8:26 pmSan Jose
$317
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Delta
Oct 14
SJC9:00 amSan Jose
10h 03m
2 stops
DSM9:03 pmDes Moines
Oct 15
DSM2:13 pmDes Moines
10h 45m
1 stop
SJC10:58 pmSan Jose
$322
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Delta
Oct 21
SJC8:10 pmSan Jose
12h 16m
2 stops
DSM10:26 amDes Moines
Oct 28
DSM10:50 amDes Moines
12h 41m
2 stops
SJC9:31 pmSan Jose
$327
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Southwest flights from San Jose to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on San Jose to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 22
SJC7:10 amSan Jose
8h 50m
2 stops
DSM6:00 pmDes Moines
Dec 2
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
6h 55m
1 stop
SJC5:00 pmSan Jose
$488
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Southwest
Nov 22
SJC7:10 amSan Jose
8h 50m
2 stops
DSM6:00 pmDes Moines
Dec 2
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
10h 10m
2 stops
SJC8:15 pmSan Jose
$493
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Southwest
Oct 17
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
8h 40m
2 stops
DSM5:40 pmDes Moines
Oct 20
DSM6:35 amDes Moines
9h 10m
2 stops
SJC1:45 pmSan Jose
$497
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San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 9/30

11:40 am-2:27 pm

1 stop24h 47m

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

3:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$257

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 9/30

11:40 am-2:53 pm

2 stops49h 13m

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

3:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$306

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 10/14

1:20 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

2:40 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$317

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 10/14

9:00 am-9:03 pm

2 stops10h 03m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

2:13 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$322

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 11/6

6:10 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:20 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$403

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 11/6

6:10 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

5:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$433

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 10/9

1:00 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Des Moines

Thu 10/16

5:13 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$449

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 3/10

8:25 am-9:36 pm

2 stops11h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

8:00 am-5:43 pm

2 stops11h 43m

$487

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sat 11/22

4:10 pm-1:20 am

2 stops7h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

8:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$488

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sat 11/22

7:10 am-6:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

12:05 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$493

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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 May, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose to Des Moines during November average around $376.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose 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 $406. Flights from San Jose to Des Moines on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $552. 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 Jose to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $476. 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 at noon because they tend to be around $558. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose to Des Moines flight.

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

    The distance between San Jose and Des Moines is about 1527.5 mi. Typically, this will take 5h 39m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Jose to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,964 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $357Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From San Jose to Des Moines

    Southwest operates around 3 flights from San Jose to Des Moines every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $525, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from San Jose to Des Moines from as low as $357 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,242 reviews.

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