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

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10:35 pm - 10:43 amSJC-DSM
10h 08m1 stop
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4:21 pm - 8:53 pmDSM-SJC
6h 32m1 stop
$317Delta
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Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
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6:15 am - 3:41 pmSJC-DSM
7h 26m1 stop
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6:45 am - 4:10 pmDSM-SJC
11h 25m2 stops
$322Delta
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Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 10:17 amSJC-DSM
12h 12m2 stops
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10:57 am - 9:20 pmDSM-SJC
12h 23m2 stops
$327Delta
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Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 10:34 pmSJC-DSM
7h 39m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:16 pm - 10:55 pmDSM-SJC
10h 39m1 stop
$353Delta
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Tue, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 11:58 pmSJC-DSM
9h 08m1 stop
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3:25 pm - 9:31 pmDSM-SJC
8h 06m1 stop
$381American Airlines
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Sun, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 14
Southwest Logo
7:35 am - 2:40 pmSJC-DSM
5h 05m1 stop
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6:10 am - 10:20 amDSM-SJC
6h 10m1 stop
$382Southwest
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Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 16
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 7:20 pmSJC-DSM
5h 10m1 stop
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6:10 am - 12:05 pmDSM-SJC
7h 55m2 stops
$387Southwest
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Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 5:36 pmSJC-DSM
9h 26m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 8:49 pmDSM-SJC
7h 18m1 stop
$541American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 11:58 pmSJC-DSM
7h 29m1 stop
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8:00 am - 10:34 pmDSM-SJC
16h 34m1 stop
$572United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 9:40 pmSJC-DSM
10h 40m2 stops
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8:00 am - 10:34 pmDSM-SJC
16h 34m1 stop
$621United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 30

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
Dec 25
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
7h 29m
1 stop
DSM11:58 pmDes Moines
Dec 30
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
16h 34m
1 stop
SJC10:34 pmSan Jose
$572
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United Airlines
Dec 25
SJC9:00 amSan Jose
10h 40m
2 stops
DSM9:40 pmDes Moines
Dec 30
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
16h 34m
1 stop
SJC10:34 pmSan Jose
$621
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United Airlines
Dec 25
SJC2:29 pmSan Jose
7h 29m
1 stop
DSM11:58 pmDes Moines
Dec 30
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
10h 03m
1 stop
SJC1:33 pmSan Jose
$656
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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
Feb 8
SJC12:50 pmSan Jose
9h 08m
1 stop
DSM11:58 pmDes Moines
Feb 14
DSM3:25 pmDes Moines
8h 06m
1 stop
SJC9:31 pmSan Jose
$381
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American Airlines
Nov 19
SJC6:10 amSan Jose
9h 26m
1 stop
DSM5:36 pmDes Moines
Nov 23
DSM3:31 pmDes Moines
7h 18m
1 stop
SJC8:49 pmSan Jose
$541
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American Airlines
Nov 19
SJC6:10 amSan Jose
9h 26m
1 stop
DSM5:36 pmDes Moines
Nov 23
DSM3:31 pmDes Moines
8h 48m
2 stops
SJC10:19 pmSan Jose
$546
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San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 2/18

10:35 pm-10:43 am

1 stop10h 08m

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

4:21 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$317

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

6:45 am-4:10 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$322

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 2/18

8:05 pm-10:17 am

2 stops12h 12m

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

10:57 am-9:20 pm

2 stops12h 23m

$327

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 12/9

12:55 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

2:16 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$353

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sun 2/8

12:50 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Des Moines

Sat 2/14

3:25 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$381

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 2/11

7:35 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

6:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 10m

$382

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 2/11

12:10 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

6:10 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$387

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 11/19

6:10 am-5:36 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

3:31 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$541

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 12/25

2:29 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 12/30

8:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$572

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 12/25

9:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Des Moines

Tue 12/30

8:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$621

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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 33% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California 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 00m 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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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,002 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,042 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $357Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,240 reviews
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