$135+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Des Moines (SMF - DSM)
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SMF — DSM
May 24 — May 311
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 April 24, 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 April 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/202:42 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop28h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
- SMF
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 5/2011:45 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop6h 51m
Delta
Wed 5/2711:57 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop9h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/201:03 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 5/275:45 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2811:45 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Tue 6/24:48 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop9h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1212:34 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 5/205:01 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop8h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22![American Airlines logo]()
$320
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 April 24, 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 April 24, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 5/2712:15 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop8h 17m
Delta
Tue 6/22:33 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop10h 24m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 6/35:00 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 6/66:20 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 7/212:20 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Wed 7/86:25 am
DSM
- SMF
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22![Southwest logo]()
$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/3011:44 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop8h 38m
United Airlines
Mon 6/15:17 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/23![United Airlines logo]()
$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/1612:15 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Mon 7/201:30 pm
DSM
- SMF
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$503
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/1812:15 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Wed 6/246:25 am
DSM
- SMF
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19![Southwest logo]()
$503
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/188:22 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops11h 01m
United Airlines
Thu 5/215:50 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$507
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/1811:40 am
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Sun 6/216:10 pm
DSM
- SMF
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19![Southwest logo]()
$533
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 7/162:24 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop8h 21m
United Airlines
Mon 7/205:17 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop5h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/23![United Airlines logo]()
$537
Last-minute flights from Sacramento to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines. Data last updated April 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to Des Moines. Data last updated April 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1212:34 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 5/205:01 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop8h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22![American Airlines logo]()
$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/202:42 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop28h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
- SMF
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 5/2011:45 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop6h 51m
Delta
Wed 5/2711:57 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop9h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/201:03 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 5/275:45 am
DSM
- SMF
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2811:45 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Tue 6/24:48 pm
DSM
- SMF
1 stop9h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$317
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 April 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 6/18:16 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops39h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21![Frontier logo]()
$135
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:15 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop9h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$144
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/264:19 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21![United Airlines logo]()
$174
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3012:57 pm
SMF
- DSM
2 stops9h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/308:16 pm
SMF
- DSM
3 stops48h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/297:15 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop9h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 9/2510:40 am
SMF
- DSM
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 6/263:00 pm
SMF
- DSM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22![Southwest logo]()
$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 7/276:30 am
SMF
- DSM
1 stop9h 23m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$288
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 April 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $223 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $135 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $853 |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Des Moines that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Wed 5/27
12:15 pm-10:32 pm
1 stop8h 17m
Des Moines
Tue 6/2
2:33 pm-10:57 pm
1 stop10h 24m
$353
Quickest round-trip
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Wed 6/3
5:00 am-12:36 pm
1 stop5h 36m
Des Moines
Sat 6/6
6:20 am-12:07 pm
1 stop7h 47m
$407
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Sat 5/30
11:44 pm-10:22 am
1 stop8h 38m
Des Moines
Mon 6/1
5:17 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop6h 58m
$437
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Thu 7/2
12:20 pm-10:20 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Des Moines
Wed 7/8
6:25 am-11:50 am
2 stops7h 25m
$457
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Thu 7/16
12:15 pm-10:20 pm
2 stops8h 05m
Des Moines
Mon 7/20
1:30 pm-8:05 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$503
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Thu 6/18
12:15 pm-10:20 pm
2 stops8h 05m
Des Moines
Wed 6/24
6:25 am-11:50 am
2 stops7h 25m
$503
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Mon 5/18
8:22 pm-9:23 am
2 stops11h 01m
Des Moines
Thu 5/21
5:50 am-9:35 am
1 stop5h 45m
$507
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Thu 6/18
11:40 am-10:20 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Des Moines
Sun 6/21
6:10 pm-12:10 am
2 stops8h 00m
$533
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Thu 7/16
2:24 pm-12:45 am
1 stop8h 21m
Des Moines
Mon 7/20
5:17 pm-9:12 pm
1 stop5h 55m
$537
Cheapest one-way
SacramentoDes Moines
SMF - DSM
SMFDSM
Sacramento Intl
Fri 9/25
10:40 am-9:15 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$249
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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 April.
| 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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Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Des Moines (average of $353). Flying from Sacramento to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $853). 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?
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 April 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$334 | Average$431 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$336 | Average$450 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |