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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Des Moines from $63

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6:00 am - 6:56 pmSFO-DSM
10h 56m1 stop
6:52 pm - 11:27 pmDSM-SFO
6h 35m1 stop
$108Frontier
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Thu, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 18
6:00 am - 6:56 pmSFO-DSM
10h 56m1 stop
6:52 pm - 11:27 pmDSM-SFO
6h 35m1 stop
$118Frontier
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Thu, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 18
5:00 am - 11:49 pmSFO-DSM
16h 49m1 stop
9:00 am - 10:55 pmDSM-SFO
15h 55m1 stop
$367United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 18
12:40 am - 11:31 amSFO-DSM
8h 51m1 stop
2:24 pm - 10:46 pmDSM-SFO
10h 22m1 stop
$391Delta
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Sat, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 5
5:35 am - 4:55 pmSFO-DSM
9h 20m2 stops
12:55 pm - 9:30 pmDSM-SFO
10h 35m1 stop
$396Southwest
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Thu, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 5
3:55 pm - 11:52 pmSFO-DSM
5h 57m1 stop
5:00 am - 9:36 amDSM-SFO
6h 36m1 stop
$413American Airlines
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 3
12:17 am - 1:40 pmSFO-DSM
11h 23m1 stop
5:41 pm - 12:33 amDSM-SFO
8h 52m1 stop
$421American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 24
10:59 pm - 9:46 amSFO-DSM
8h 47m1 stop
12:12 pm - 5:41 pmDSM-SFO
7h 29m1 stop
$422Delta
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Sun, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 4
5:35 am - 4:55 pmSFO-DSM
9h 20m2 stops
8:45 am - 3:20 pmDSM-SFO
8h 35m2 stops
$431Southwest
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Thu, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 5
5:00 am - 11:49 pmSFO-DSM
16h 49m1 stop
6:00 am - 10:55 pmDSM-SFO
18h 55m1 stop
$463United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 21 - Fri, Dec 6
6:00 am - 6:00 pmSFO-DSM
10h 00m1 stop
$63Frontier
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Wed, Nov 13
6:00 am - 6:00 pmSFO-DSM
10h 00m1 stop
$115Frontier
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Wed, Nov 20
5:40 am - 5:03 pmSFO-DSM
9h 23m1 stop
$178Delta
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Sat, Nov 23
4:28 pm - 11:59 pmSFO-DSM
5h 31m1 stop
$213American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 28
6:45 am - 4:59 pmSFO-DSM
8h 14m2 stops
$218American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24
6:45 am - 9:46 pmSFO-DSM
13h 01m2 stops
$234United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 20
12:40 am - 11:31 amSFO-DSM
8h 51m1 stop
$239Delta
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Sat, Nov 23
10:35 am - 11:00 pmSFO-DSM
10h 25m2 stops
$244Southwest
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Sun, Nov 24
6:45 am - 11:49 pmSFO-DSM
15h 04m1 stop
$245United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 21
7:05 am - 7:10 pmSFO-DSM
10h 05m2 stops
$268Southwest
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Wed, Nov 13
6:00 am - 6:07 pmSFO-DSM
10h 07m1 stop
7:57 pm - 12:15 amDSM-SFO
6h 18m1 stop
$298Frontier
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Mon, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 7
6:00 am - 6:07 pmSFO-DSM
10h 07m1 stop
2:54 pm - 12:38 amDSM-SFO
11h 44m1 stop
$308Frontier
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Mon, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 8
11:00 am - 8:34 pmSFO-DSM
7h 34m1 stop
9:02 am - 8:50 pmDSM-SFO
13h 48m1 stop
$691United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 9
9:00 am - 8:34 pmSFO-DSM
9h 34m2 stops
9:02 am - 8:50 pmDSM-SFO
13h 48m1 stop
$696United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 9
12:30 am - 1:40 pmSFO-DSM
11h 10m1 stop
3:30 pm - 9:11 pmDSM-SFO
7h 41m1 stop
$728American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 9
11:20 am - 9:25 pmSFO-DSM
8h 05m2 stops
12:55 pm - 9:30 pmDSM-SFO
10h 35m1 stop
$733Southwest
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Tue, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 6
6:40 am - 7:10 pmSFO-DSM
10h 30m2 stops
2:15 pm - 9:15 pmDSM-SFO
9h 00m2 stops
$738Southwest
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Tue, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 6
6:10 am - 2:08 pmSFO-DSM
5h 58m1 stop
7:00 am - 1:09 pmDSM-SFO
8h 09m1 stop
$777Delta
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Tue, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 7
12:30 am - 1:40 pmSFO-DSM
11h 10m1 stop
3:30 pm - 9:11 pmDSM-SFO
7h 41m1 stop
$822American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 8
5:45 am - 4:55 pmSFO-DSM
9h 10m1 stop
10:30 am - 3:59 pmDSM-SFO
7h 29m1 stop
$1,087Delta
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Mon, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 9

American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on San Francisco to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 24
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
5h 57m
1 stop
DSM11:52 pmDes Moines
Dec 3
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
6h 36m
1 stop
SFO9:36 amSan Francisco
American Airlines
Nov 20
SFO12:17 amSan Francisco
11h 23m
1 stop
DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
Nov 24
DSM5:41 pmDes Moines
8h 52m
1 stop
SFO12:33 amSan Francisco
American Airlines
Dec 3
SFO12:17 amSan Francisco
11h 23m
1 stop
DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
Dec 18
DSM1:29 pmDes Moines
9h 22m
1 stop
SFO8:51 pmSan Francisco

Southwest flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on San Francisco to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 28
SFO5:35 amSan Francisco
9h 20m
2 stops
DSM4:55 pmDes Moines
Dec 5
DSM12:55 pmDes Moines
10h 35m
1 stop
SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco
Southwest
Nov 28
SFO5:35 amSan Francisco
9h 20m
2 stops
DSM4:55 pmDes Moines
Dec 5
DSM8:45 amDes Moines
8h 35m
2 stops
SFO3:20 pmSan Francisco
Southwest
Dec 24
SFO6:15 amSan Francisco
7h 10m
1 stop
DSM3:25 pmDes Moines
Jan 2
DSM11:40 amDes Moines
10h 20m
2 stops
SFO8:00 pmSan Francisco

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Des Moines

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines?

September. The cheapest time of year to fly to Des Moines from San Francisco is September. Most expensive is November

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Des Moines?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines?

At noon. San Francisco to Des Moines flights are approximately 15% more expensive in the morning than at noon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Des Moines from San Francisco?

Frontier. Frontier, Southwest, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Des Moines

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Des Moines flight route?

San Francisco - Des Moines. Fly from San Francisco to Des Moines for the best San Francisco - Des Moines flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Des Moines flights?

13 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Des Moines is approximately 13 days to departure

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 71% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Des Moines flight.

How have San Francisco to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2024, prices for San Francisco to Des Moines flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$63

Fastest flight time

5h 31m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $63. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $108.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Des Moines takes 5h 31m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Des Moines Airport.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

  • How far is San Francisco to Des Moines by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Des Moines is about 1544.3 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 31m.

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

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Des Moines

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FrontierPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,580 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $277Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,835 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $318Free CancellationRating
8.1
5,116 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $364Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,240 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Francisco to Des Moines with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Des Moines from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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