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Cheap flights from Oakland to Des Moines (OAK - DSM) from $173

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OAK — DSM
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines?

Find a great deal and save up to 107% by booking at least 61 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Oakland, California to Des Moines within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $547.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to Des Moines?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Des Moines from Oakland, California. Prices for September average $505 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $285. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November. Opting for a September flight can save you 12% on your journey compared to booking in November

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OAK to DSM?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines as you normally would.

Cheap Delta flights from Oakland to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Oakland and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Thu 8/110:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Sun 8/42:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/2$1,278
Thu 8/16:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 44mDelta
Sun 8/42:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/2$1,283
Thu 8/16:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 44mDelta
Sun 8/46:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/2$1,288
Tue 6/1810:55 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Sun 6/235:54 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/1$2,125

Cheap Oakland to Des Moines flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Oakland to Des Moines specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Sun 6/305:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/77:30 amDSM - OAK
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$435
Sun 6/305:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/76:10 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops19h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$454
Sun 6/305:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/71:14 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$474
Sun 6/306:34 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/71:14 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$514
Sun 6/304:10 pmOAK - DSM
3 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/71:14 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$577
Tue 6/185:39 pmOAK - DSM
3 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/237:30 amDSM - OAK
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$611
Tue 6/185:39 pmOAK - DSM
3 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/236:09 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops18h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$618
Tue 6/185:39 pmOAK - DSM
3 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/236:09 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$621
Tue 6/1810:55 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Sun 6/235:54 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/1$2,125

Oakland to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Oakland and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Fri 8/25:50 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/43:58 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$322
Fri 8/25:15 amOAK - DSM
2 stops12h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/43:58 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$357
Fri 8/25:50 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/49:29 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops29h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$392
Fri 8/25:15 amOAK - DSM
2 stops12h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/49:29 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops29h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$427
Thu 8/19:32 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/32:53 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$428
Sun 6/305:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/77:30 amDSM - OAK
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$435
Sun 6/305:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/76:10 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops19h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$454
Thu 8/19:32 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/32:53 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$458
Sun 6/305:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/71:14 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$474

One-way flights to Des Moines from Oakland

Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Tue 7/2310:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/1$173
Mon 7/2910:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/1$178
Tue 7/2310:52 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops10h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/1$250
Mon 7/2210:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/1$293
Fri 7/1910:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/2$329
Thu 7/2510:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/1$399
Wed 7/2410:52 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops10h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/1$404
Sun 7/2110:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/1$509
Fri 7/196:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/1$514

Find flights from Oakland to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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OAK - DSM

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Oakland

Sun 6/30

1 stop15h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

1 stop6h 39m

$435

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 6/30

1 stop15h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

2 stops19h 59m

$454

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 6/30

1 stop15h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

3 stops24h 55m

$474

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 6/30

2 stops26h 02m

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

3 stops24h 55m

$514

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sun 6/30

3 stops28h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

3 stops24h 55m

$577

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 6/18

3 stops20h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 6/23

1 stop6h 39m

$611

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 6/18

3 stops20h 24m

Des Moines

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2 stops18h 12m

$618

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 6/18

3 stops20h 24m

Des Moines

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3 stops27h 18m

$621

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Thu 8/1

1 stop9h 29m

Des Moines

Sun 8/4

1 stop9h 36m

$1,278

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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated June 2, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,402 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,402 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,402 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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  • Can I find flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Oakland, California to Des Moines for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $435, but on average you can expect to pay $856.

  • What does OAK to DSM mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Oakland Airport to Des Moines Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a OAK to DSM flight.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Oakland to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Oakland to Des Moines?

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  • How recently were the Oakland, California to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Oakland, California to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/2.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Oakland, California to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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