What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Santa Barbara according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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5:40 am - 4:45 pmSBA-DSM

9h 05m1 stop

6:10 am - 2:20 pmDSM-SBA

10h 10m2 stops

$293Southwest

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พฤ., ก.ย. 4 - ส., ก.ย. 6

5:40 am - 4:45 pmSBA-DSM

9h 05m1 stop

1:10 pm - 8:15 pmDSM-SBA

9h 05m1 stop

$294Southwest

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พฤ., ก.ย. 4 - ส., ก.ย. 6

6:05 am - 6:30 pmSBA-DSM

10h 25m2 stops

8:00 am - 6:39 pmDSM-SBA

12h 39m2 stops

$343American Airlines

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พฤ., ก.ย. 4 - ส., ก.ย. 6

12:22 pm - 11:30 pmSBA-DSM

9h 08m1 stop

5:10 am - 11:31 amDSM-SBA

8h 21m1 stop

$351American Airlines

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พฤ., ก.ย. 25 - อ., ก.ย. 30

1:17 pm - 11:28 pmSBA-DSM

8h 11m2 stops

2:17 pm - 6:39 pmDSM-SBA

6h 22m1 stop

$356American Airlines

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พฤ., ก.ย. 25 - อ., ก.ย. 30

1:17 pm - 11:28 pmSBA-DSM

8h 11m2 stops

8:00 am - 6:39 pmDSM-SBA

12h 39m2 stops

$361American Airlines

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พฤ., ก.ย. 25 - อ., ก.ย. 30

2:04 pm - 11:53 pmSBA-DSM

7h 49m2 stops

8:00 am - 11:49 pmDSM-SBA

17h 49m3 stops

$497United Airlines

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พฤ., ก.ย. 25 - อ., ก.ย. 30

1:01 pm - 8:29 pmSBA-DSM

5h 28m1 stop

5:15 pm - 8:54 pmDSM-SBA

5h 39m1 stop

$527United Airlines

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อ., ส.ค. 19 - ส., ส.ค. 23

5:50 am - 5:12 pmSBA-DSM

9h 22m2 stops

11:23 am - 8:08 pmDSM-SBA

10h 45m1 stop

$532Delta

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อ., ส.ค. 19 - ส., ส.ค. 23

5:50 am - 5:12 pmSBA-DSM

9h 22m2 stops

12:37 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-SBA

11h 58m2 stops

$537Delta

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อ., ส.ค. 19 - ส., ส.ค. 23

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight tickets

United Airlines

Sep 25

SBA2:04 pmSanta Barbara

7h 49m

2 stops

DSM11:53 pmDes Moines

Sep 30

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

17h 49m

3 stops

SBA11:49 pmSanta Barbara

$497

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United Airlines

Aug 19

SBA1:01 pmSanta Barbara

5h 28m

1 stop

DSM8:29 pmDes Moines

Aug 23

DSM5:15 pmDes Moines

5h 39m

1 stop

SBA8:54 pmSanta Barbara

$527

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United Airlines

Aug 6

SBA12:52 pmSanta Barbara

5h 32m

1 stop

DSM8:24 pmDes Moines

Aug 13

DSM1:45 pmDes Moines

5h 44m

1 stop

SBA5:29 pmSanta Barbara

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Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight tickets

Delta

Aug 19

SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara

9h 22m

2 stops

DSM5:12 pmDes Moines

Aug 23

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

10h 45m

1 stop

SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara

$532

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Delta

Aug 19

SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara

9h 22m

2 stops

DSM5:12 pmDes Moines

Aug 23

DSM12:37 pmDes Moines

11h 58m

2 stops

SBA10:35 pmSanta Barbara

$537

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Delta

Aug 6

SBA8:15 amSanta Barbara

7h 40m

1 stop

DSM5:55 pmDes Moines

Aug 13

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

10h 45m

1 stop

SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara

$733

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SBA - DSM

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Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/4

5:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Des Moines

ส. 9/6

6:10 am-2:20 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$293

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/4

5:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Des Moines

ส. 9/6

1:10 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$294

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/4

6:05 am-6:30 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Des Moines

ส. 9/6

8:00 am-6:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$343

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/25

12:22 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Des Moines

อ. 9/30

5:10 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 21m

$351

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/25

1:17 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops8h 11m

Des Moines

อ. 9/30

2:17 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$356

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/25

1:17 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops8h 11m

Des Moines

อ. 9/30

8:00 am-6:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$361

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

พฤ. 9/25

2:04 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops7h 49m

Des Moines

อ. 9/30

8:00 am-11:49 pm

3 stops17h 49m

$497

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

อ. 8/19

1:01 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

ส. 8/23

5:15 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$527

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

อ. 8/19

5:50 am-5:12 pm

2 stops9h 22m

Des Moines

ส. 8/23

11:23 am-8:08 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$532

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

อ. 8/19

5:50 am-5:12 pm

2 stops9h 22m

Des Moines

ส. 8/23

12:37 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops11h 58m

$537

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

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Des Moines is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $229. Flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $393. 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $229. 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 in the evening because they tend to be around $484. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

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Best Price Found	$293
Fastest flight time	5h 28m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best flight deal from Santa Barbara to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $293

The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines takes 5h 28m

There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Santa Barbara Airport - Des Moines Airport.

There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

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How far is Santa Barbara to Des Moines by plane?
A flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines will travel around 1495.4 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 28m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Santa Barbara to Des Moines is United Airlines (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,912 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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Osceola

Norwalk

Grinnell

Oskaloosa

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