Cheap flights from San Jose to Des Moines from $104

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Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 1:52 pmSJC-DSM
23h 25m1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:32 pm - 11:32 amDSM-SJC
23h 00m1 stop
$217Frontier
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dom., oct. 26 - jue., oct. 30
 Logo
6:35 am - 10:29 pmSJC-DSM
13h 54m1 stop
 Logo
3:40 pm - 10:45 amDSM-SJC
21h 05m1 stop
vie., sep. 26 - vie., oct. 3
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 2:05 pmSJC-DSM
5h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:37 pm - 9:00 pmDSM-SJC
8h 23m1 stop
$277Delta
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mié., nov. 19 - mar., dic. 2
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 5:16 pmSJC-DSM
8h 56m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:13 pm - 10:58 pmDSM-SJC
10h 45m1 stop
$287Delta
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mié., oct. 22 - lun., oct. 27
Delta Logo
8:10 pm - 10:26 amSJC-DSM
12h 16m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:40 pm - 8:26 pmDSM-SJC
7h 46m1 stop
$292Delta
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mié., oct. 22 - lun., oct. 27
American Airlines Logo
1:18 pm - 10:56 pmSJC-DSM
7h 38m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:20 pmDSM-SJC
9h 20m1 stop
$295American Airlines
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lun., oct. 27 - mié., oct. 29
American Airlines Logo
1:18 pm - 10:56 pmSJC-DSM
7h 38m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:25 pmDSM-SJC
9h 25m2 stops
$300American Airlines
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lun., oct. 27 - mié., oct. 29
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 9:35 pmSJC-DSM
9h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 4:00 pmDSM-SJC
10h 35m2 stops
$345Southwest
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lun., oct. 27 - mié., oct. 29
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 2:30 pmSJC-DSM
5h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 1:45 pmDSM-SJC
10h 10m2 stops
$377Southwest
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dom., oct. 26 - jue., oct. 30
United Airlines Logo
4:02 pm - 11:44 pmSJC-DSM
5h 42m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 10:05 amDSM-SJC
6h 20m1 stop
$442United Airlines
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mié., nov. 19 - dom., nov. 23

United Airlines flights from San Jose to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on San Jose to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 19
SJC4:02 pmSan Jose
5h 42m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
Nov 23
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
6h 20m
1 stop
SJC10:05 amSan Jose
United Airlines
Aug 31
SJC6:30 amSan Jose
8h 44m
1 stop
DSM5:14 pmDes Moines
Sep 4
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
6h 03m
1 stop
SJC9:18 pmSan Jose
United Airlines
Aug 31
SJC8:45 amSan Jose
11h 00m
2 stops
DSM9:45 pmDes Moines
Sep 4
DSM1:20 pmDes Moines
5h 57m
1 stop
SJC5:17 pmSan Jose

American Airlines flights from San Jose to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on San Jose to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Oct 27
SJC1:18 pmSan Jose
7h 38m
1 stop
DSM10:56 pmDes Moines
Oct 29
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
9h 20m
1 stop
SJC12:20 pmSan Jose
American Airlines
Oct 27
SJC1:18 pmSan Jose
7h 38m
1 stop
DSM10:56 pmDes Moines
Oct 29
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
9h 25m
2 stops
SJC12:25 pmSan Jose
American Airlines
Nov 6
SJC6:10 amSan Jose
5h 39m
1 stop
DSM1:49 pmDes Moines
Nov 9
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
6h 17m
1 stop
SJC9:27 amSan Jose

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated agosto 28, 2025.
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San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

dom. 10/26

12:27 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

2:32 pm-11:32 am

1 stop23h 00m

$217

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

vie. 9/26

6:35 am-10:29 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Des Moines

vie. 10/3

3:40 pm-10:45 am

1 stop21h 05m

$239

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

mié. 11/19

6:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

mar. 12/2

2:37 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$277

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

mié. 10/22

6:20 am-5:16 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Des Moines

lun. 10/27

2:13 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$287

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

mié. 10/22

8:10 pm-10:26 am

2 stops12h 16m

Des Moines

lun. 10/27

2:40 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$292

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

lun. 10/27

1:18 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

5:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$295

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

lun. 10/27

1:18 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

5:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$300

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

lun. 10/27

10:25 am-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

7:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$345

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

dom. 10/26

6:50 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

5:35 am-1:45 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$377

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

mié. 11/19

4:02 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

dom. 11/23

5:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 20m

$442

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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 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose to Des Moines flight.

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There are no direct flights from San Jose to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose to Des Moines.
  • 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 25m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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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.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Jose to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from San Jose to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,944 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $298Free 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 $475, 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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