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3:52 pm - 8:28 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
26h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:15 pm - 1:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
24h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
$276Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 13
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3:52 pm - 8:28 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
26h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:15 pm - 3:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
25h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$315Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 13
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3:52 pm - 8:28 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
26h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:39 pm - 3:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
20h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$320Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:58 pm - 11:30 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
6h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:05 am - 9:19 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
6h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$369American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:04 am - 11:30 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
11h 26m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:05 am - 9:19 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
6h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$374American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 1:38 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:26 am - 11:08 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$393American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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11:45 am - 8:50 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
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12:05 pm - 6:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$453Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:45 am - 4:13 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:00 am - 1:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$489United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:45 am - 9:25 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
10h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 1:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$494United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:15 am - 1:10 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$500Southwest
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10

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American Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 2
SJC2:58 pmSan Jose
6h 32m
1 stop
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Dec 3
DSM5:05 amDes Moines
6h 14m
1 stop
SJC9:19 amSan Jose
$369
American Airlines
Dec 2
SJC10:04 amSan Jose
11h 26m
2 stops
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Dec 3
DSM5:05 amDes Moines
6h 14m
1 stop
SJC9:19 amSan Jose
$374
American Airlines
Dec 30
SJC1:02 pmSan Jose
8h 06m
2 stops
DSM11:08 pmDes Moines
Jan 4
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
9h 12m
1 stop
SJC12:12 pmSan Jose
$427

Delta flights from San Jose, California to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on San Jose, California to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Dec 8
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
12h 31m
2 stops
DSM9:31 pmDes Moines
Dec 9
DSM6:09 amDes Moines
16h 07m
2 stops
SJC8:16 pmSan Jose
$375
Delta
Dec 2
SJC6:00 amSan Jose
8h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Dec 3
DSM11:01 amDes Moines
13h 21m
2 stops
SJC10:22 pmSan Jose
$380
Delta
Dec 5
SJC6:20 amSan Jose
7h 51m
1 stop
DSM4:11 pmDes Moines
Dec 8
DSM6:53 pmDes Moines
17h 48m
2 stops
SJC10:41 amSan Jose
$384

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SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 12/3

3:52 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 12/13

3:15 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$276

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 12/3

3:52 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 12/13

3:15 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop25h 48m

$315

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 12/3

3:52 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop26h 36m

Des Moines

Thu 12/10

8:39 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$320

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 12/2

2:58 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

5:05 am-9:19 am

1 stop6h 14m

$369

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 12/2

10:04 am-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

5:05 am-9:19 am

1 stop6h 14m

$374

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 12/1

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Sat 12/5

5:26 am-11:08 am

1 stop7h 42m

$393

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Fri 12/4

11:45 am-8:50 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 12/7

12:05 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$453

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 12/8

8:45 am-4:13 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 12/10

9:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$489

San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 12/8

8:45 am-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 12/10

9:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$494
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San JoseDes Moines

SJC San Jose - DSM Des Moines

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sun 12/6

6:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 12/10

6:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$500

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Jose, California and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $398 to $595.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $276.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in June, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose, California to Des Moines during May average around $442.

Can stopping save me money on San Jose, California to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California to Des Moines flight.

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Best Price Found

$185

Fastest flight time

5h 39m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from San Jose, California in the past 72 hours is $185. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose, California to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $276.
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Des Moines takes 5h 39m
There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Jose, California 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 39m 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, California to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,228 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $362Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,219 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $362Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,473 reviews
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