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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Des Moines from $194

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Multiple Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 3:40 pm
SJC
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DSM
26h 13m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 6:14 pm
DSM
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SJC
11h 44m1 stop
$377Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 11:44 pm
SJC
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DSM
5h 44m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:03 am - 1:39 pm
DSM
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SJC
6h 36m1 stop
$407United Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 9:50 pm
SJC
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DSM
11h 10m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:09 pm - 8:56 pm
DSM
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SJC
5h 47m1 stop
$412United Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 10:30 am
SJC
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DSM
9h 35m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 9:16 pm
DSM
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SJC
6h 12m1 stop
$417United Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 28
American Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 11:42 pm
SJC
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DSM
7h 34m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 10:32 pm
DSM
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SJC
10h 30m2 stops
$422American Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 28
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 4:28 pm
SJC
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DSM
5h 48m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:03 am - 1:39 pm
DSM
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SJC
6h 36m1 stop
$432United Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 9:50 pm
SJC
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DSM
11h 10m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:03 am - 1:39 pm
DSM
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SJC
6h 36m1 stop
$437United Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 9:50 pm
SJC
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DSM
11h 10m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 8:56 pm
DSM
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SJC
11h 26m2 stops
$442United Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21
Southwest Logo
9:30 am - 8:50 pm
SJC
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DSM
9h 20m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 1:40 pm
DSM
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SJC
8h 55m2 stops
$447Southwest
Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 28
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 11:44 pm
SJC
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DSM
5h 44m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:09 pm - 8:56 pm
DSM
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SJC
5h 47m1 stop
$463United Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 27

Alaska Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Des Moines

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 18
SJC2:18 pmSan Jose
7h 40m
1 stop
DSM11:58 pmDes Moines
Jan 27
DSM11:42 amDes Moines
12h 53m
2 stops
SJC10:35 pmSan Jose
$578
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Alaska Airlines
May 7
SJC12:55 pmSan Jose
8h 46m
1 stop
DSM11:41 pmDes Moines
May 9
DSM5:58 amDes Moines
10h 10m
2 stops
SJC2:08 pmSan Jose
$693
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Alaska Airlines
Jan 5
SJC10:26 amSan Jose
11h 04m
2 stops
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Jan 14
DSM5:24 amDes Moines
8h 46m
1 stop
SJC12:10 pmSan Jose
$845
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United Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 25
SJC10:55 pmSan Jose
9h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:30 amDes Moines
Mar 28
DSM5:04 pmDes Moines
6h 12m
1 stop
SJC9:16 pmSan Jose
$417
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United Airlines
Jan 27
SJC8:40 amSan Jose
5h 48m
1 stop
DSM4:28 pmDes Moines
Feb 4
DSM9:03 amDes Moines
6h 36m
1 stop
SJC1:39 pmSan Jose
$432
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United Airlines
Jan 27
SJC8:40 amSan Jose
11h 10m
2 stops
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
Feb 4
DSM9:03 amDes Moines
6h 36m
1 stop
SJC1:39 pmSan Jose
$437
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose, California 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 December 26, 2025.
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Price

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 1/8

11:27 am-3:40 pm

1 stop26h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:30 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$377

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/13

4:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

9:03 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$407

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/13

8:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

5:09 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$412

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 3/25

10:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop9h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

5:04 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$417

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 3/25

2:08 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

2:02 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$422

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/27

8:40 am-4:28 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

9:03 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$432

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/27

8:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

9:03 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$437

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 1/13

8:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

11:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$442

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 3/25

9:30 am-8:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

6:45 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$447

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sun 1/18

4:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

5:09 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$463

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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 September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose, California to Des Moines during September average around $381.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose, California 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, California 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, California 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 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California to Des Moines flight.

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Fastest flight time

5h 30m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Des Moines takes 5h 30m
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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 30m 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.

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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,012 reviews
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7.4
9,115 reviews
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7.2
11,061 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $357Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,258 reviews
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