$338+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Des Moines (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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Oct 4 — Oct 111
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 4, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Wed 11/1811:28 pm -
2 stops18h 00m
Wed 12/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 53m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$588
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Fri 10/169:00 am -
2 stops13h 15m
Fri 10/235:10 am -
2 stops15h 30m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$615
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sat 11/147:30 am -
2 stops15h 29m
Wed 12/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 53m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 11/1912:35 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
Wed 12/98:00 am -
1 stop12h 39m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$640
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sun 11/152:25 pm -
2 stops27h 03m
Wed 12/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 53m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/157:55 am -
1 stop13h 20m
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 21m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$695
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Tue 11/177:00 am -
1 stop11h 07m
Wed 12/92:58 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$704
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/256:00 am -
1 stop17h 44m
Mon 11/303:25 pm -
1 stop7h 24m
Deal found 8/31![American Airlines logo]()
$706
Best flights from San José to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Wed 11/1811:28 pm -
2 stops18h 00m
Wed 12/98:00 am -
2 stops11h 53m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/256:00 am -
2 stops12h 55m
Mon 11/303:25 pm -
1 stop7h 24m
Deal found 8/31![American Airlines logo]()
$710
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sat 11/147:30 am -
2 stops11h 46m
Wed 12/98:00 am -
1 stop12h 39m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/157:55 am -
1 stop13h 20m
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 21m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$695
Last-minute flights from San José to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Des Moines. Data last updated September 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/157:55 am -
1 stop13h 20m
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 21m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$695
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Fri 10/169:00 am -
2 stops13h 15m
Fri 10/235:10 am -
2 stops15h 30m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$615
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/161:00 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Fri 10/236:05 am -
2 stops15h 16m
Deal found 9/1![American Airlines logo]()
$754
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Fri 10/161:25 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Fri 10/236:00 am -
1 stop14h 37m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$847
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Fri 10/167:10 am -
2 stops39h 25m
Fri 10/236:55 pm -
3 stops38h 40m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,289
One-way flights from San José to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from San José to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/159:00 am -
2 stops13h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/151:25 pm -
1 stop8h 08m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Delta logo]()
$440
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/151:15 pm -
3 stops29h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$449
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Wed 9/92:48 pm -
3 stops28h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$456
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 9/91:25 pm -
1 stop8h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$617
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
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Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $588 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $338 (Southwest) |
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San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/15
9:00 am-11:15 pm
2 stops13h 15m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$338
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/15
1:25 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop8h 08m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$440
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/15
1:15 pm-7:30 pm
3 stops29h 15m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$449
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/9
2:48 pm-7:57 pm
3 stops28h 09m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$456
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/18
11:28 pm-5:28 pm
2 stops18h 00m
Des Moines
Wed 12/9
8:00 am-7:53 pm
2 stops11h 53m
$588
Quickest round-trip
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/9
1:25 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$617
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/14
7:30 am-7:16 pm
2 stops11h 46m
Des Moines
Wed 12/9
8:00 am-8:39 pm
1 stop12h 39m
$631
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/15
7:55 am-10:15 pm
1 stop13h 20m
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
6:00 am-12:21 pm
1 stop7h 21m
$695
San JoséDes Moines
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DSM Des Moines
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/25
6:00 am-6:55 pm
2 stops12h 55m
Des Moines
Mon 11/30
3:25 pm-10:49 pm
1 stop7h 24m
$710
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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines
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Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from San José 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.
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Overall
7.1
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSherif,Aug 2026
YYZ - ORD
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Overall
7.1
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSherif,Aug 2026
YYZ - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$573 | Average$611 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |