$178+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Des Moines (SMF - DSM)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DSM
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/16:15 am -
1 stop7h 56m
Fri 12/42:58 pm -
1 stop8h 43m
Deal found 11/2![Delta logo]()
$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/19:00 am -
1 stop5h 13m
Fri 12/41:23 pm -
2 stops9h 12m
Deal found 11/2![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:19 pm -
1 stop25h 37m
Sun 11/223:00 pm -
1 stop18h 41m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$380
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:59 am -
1 stop5h 36m
Mon 11/168:30 pm -
1 stop16h 34m
Deal found 11/3![Frontier logo]()
$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/810:36 am -
1 stop6h 43m
Thu 12/101:23 pm -
1 stop6h 23m
Deal found 11/3![United Airlines logo]()
$465
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/31:44 pm -
1 stop8h 34m
Wed 11/43:31 pm -
1 stop9h 38m
Deal found 11/1![American Airlines logo]()
$536
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/266:50 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Sat 11/2812:00 pm -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 11/1![Southwest logo]()
$595
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/156:00 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Thu 11/193:25 pm -
1 stop9h 44m
Deal found 11/3![American Airlines logo]()
$598
Best flights from Sacramento to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 5, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 5, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/256:05 am -
1 stop8h 03m
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1 stop6h 06m
Deal found 11/1![Delta logo]()
$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:19 pm -
1 stop25h 37m
Sun 11/223:00 pm -
1 stop18h 41m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop5h 09m
Sat 5/19:09 am -
1 stop6h 04m
Deal found 11/3![United Airlines logo]()
$454
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/256:15 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Sat 5/16:30 am -
2 stops9h 40m
Deal found 11/3![Southwest logo]()
$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/16:15 am -
1 stop7h 56m
Fri 12/42:58 pm -
1 stop8h 43m
Deal found 11/2![Delta logo]()
$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/810:36 am -
1 stop6h 43m
Thu 12/101:23 pm -
1 stop6h 23m
Deal found 11/1![United Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/125:00 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Mon 2/155:07 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Deal found 10/31![United Airlines logo]()
$465
Last-minute flights from Sacramento to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines. Data last updated November 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines. Data last updated November 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:59 am -
1 stop5h 36m
Mon 11/168:30 pm -
1 stop16h 34m
Deal found 11/3![Frontier logo]()
$400
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/156:00 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Thu 11/193:25 pm -
1 stop9h 44m
Deal found 11/3![American Airlines logo]()
$598
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:19 pm -
1 stop25h 37m
Sun 11/223:00 pm -
1 stop18h 41m
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1810:25 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Sun 11/227:15 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Deal found 11/3![Southwest logo]()
$627
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/266:50 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Sat 11/2812:00 pm -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 11/1![Southwest logo]()
$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/16:15 am -
1 stop7h 56m
Fri 12/42:58 pm -
1 stop8h 43m
Deal found 11/2![Delta logo]()
$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/19:00 am -
1 stop5h 13m
Fri 12/41:23 pm -
2 stops9h 12m
Deal found 11/2![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/810:36 am -
1 stop6h 43m
Thu 12/101:23 pm -
1 stop6h 23m
Deal found 11/3![United Airlines logo]()
$465
One-way flights from Sacramento to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 5, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 5, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/49:00 am -
1 stop5h 13m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$178
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/410:52 pm -
2 stops11h 03m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Delta logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/412:25 pm -
3 stops50h 21m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/131:06 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/3![United Airlines logo]()
$391
Find flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 5, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $355 (Delta) |
One-way from | $178 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $426 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Des Moines that are best for you.
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SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/4
9:00 am-4:13 pm
1 stop5h 13m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$178
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/4
10:52 pm-11:55 am
2 stops11h 03m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$183
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Fri 12/4
12:25 pm-4:46 pm
3 stops50h 21m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$332
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Thu 2/25
6:05 am-4:08 pm
1 stop8h 03m
Des Moines
Mon 3/1
4:48 pm-8:54 pm
1 stop6h 06m
$355
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Tue 12/1
6:15 am-4:11 pm
1 stop7h 56m
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
2:58 pm-9:41 pm
1 stop8h 43m
$355
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Wed 11/18
6:19 pm-9:56 pm
1 stop25h 37m
Des Moines
Sun 11/22
3:00 pm-7:41 am
1 stop18h 41m
$380
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Fri 11/13
1:06 pm-8:36 pm
1 stop5h 30m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$391
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Sun 4/25
5:25 am-12:34 pm
1 stop5h 09m
Des Moines
Sat 5/1
9:09 am-1:13 pm
1 stop6h 04m
$454
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Sun 4/25
6:15 am-1:15 pm
1 stop5h 00m
Des Moines
Sat 5/1
6:30 am-2:10 pm
2 stops9h 40m
$459
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF Sacramento Intl - DSM Des Moines
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Tue 12/8
10:36 am-7:19 pm
1 stop6h 43m
Des Moines
Thu 12/10
1:23 pm-5:46 pm
1 stop6h 23m
$465
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Des Moines
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Des Moines
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Des Moines?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Des Moines (average of $374). Flying from Sacramento to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,051). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Des Moines?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sacramento to Des Moines flights typically cost between $388 and $627 in February.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $355 on Delta (Feb 25-Mar 1).
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 November 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$278 | Average$502 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$346 | Average$484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$382 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$386 | Average$528 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |