What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Des Moines round-trip?

Currently priced at $297, Southwest will fly you from San Jose to Des Moines and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $307 and $359, respectively. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Des Moines one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $149. Delta flights start at $154 while deals on United Airlines start at $194 one-way.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Des Moines?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to Des Moines?

Consider American Airlines, United Airlines or Southwest when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Jose to Des Moines.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Jose to Des Moines?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 36% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines from San Jose. Users have commonly found prices around $497 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $296. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on San Jose-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Des Moines?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to Des Moines.

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$297 (Southwest)
One-way from	$142 (Trip.com)
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$421

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

Sat 5/313:00 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop5h 25mSouthwest

Wed 6/43:40 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$297

Sat 5/317:00 amSJC - DSM

2 stops12h 06mDelta

Wed 6/42:15 pmDSM - SJC

2 stops11h 26mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$307

Fri 7/111:07 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines

Sun 7/135:35 amDSM - SJC

1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$359

Sun 5/116:45 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop23h 49mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/145:11 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop18h 51mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$593

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Sat 5/313:00 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop5h 25mSouthwest

Wed 6/43:40 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$297

Sat 5/317:00 amSJC - DSM

2 stops12h 06mDelta

Wed 6/42:15 pmDSM - SJC

2 stops11h 26mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$307

Fri 7/111:07 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines

Sun 7/135:35 amDSM - SJC

1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$359

Sun 5/116:45 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop23h 49mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/145:11 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop18h 51mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$593

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Wed 5/712:35 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines

Thu 5/81:40 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$812

Wed 5/79:00 amSJC - DSM

2 stops10h 06mDelta

Thu 5/82:15 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop10h 45mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$1,112

Sun 5/116:45 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop23h 49mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/145:11 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop18h 51mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$593

Thu 5/292:15 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines

Mon 6/22:44 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop10h 02mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$380

Sat 5/313:00 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop5h 25mSouthwest

Wed 6/43:40 pmDSM - SJC

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$297

Sat 5/317:00 amSJC - DSM

2 stops12h 06mDelta

Wed 6/42:15 pmDSM - SJC

2 stops11h 26mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$307

One-way flights from San Jose to Des Moines
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Thu 6/1210:59 amSJC - DSM

1 stop9h 39mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$142

Fri 5/3012:10 pmSJC - DSM

1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 4/28

$149

Fri 5/308:05 pmSJC - DSM

2 stops12h 14mDelta

Deal found 4/28

$154

Sun 6/17:00 amSJC - DSM

1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines

Deal found 4/27

$194

Thu 6/121:35 pmSJC - DSM

2 stops7h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 4/28

$225

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SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

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Sat 5/31

3:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

3:40 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$297

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-9:06 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

2:15 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$307

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Fri 7/11

1:07 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 7/13

5:35 am-9:10 am

1 stop5h 35m

$359

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sun 5/11

6:45 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop23h 49m

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

5:11 pm-10:02 am

1 stop18h 51m

$593

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 6/12

10:59 am-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$142

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Fri 5/30

12:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$149

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Fri 5/30

8:05 pm-10:19 am

2 stops12h 14m

$154

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sun 6/1

7:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$194

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Thu 6/12

1:35 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$225

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Des Moines in April.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Jose-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 San Jose to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Jose to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Jose to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from San Jose to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,929 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,696 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,292 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Des Moines round-trip?
Currently priced at $297, Southwest will fly you from San Jose to Des Moines and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $307 and $359, respectively. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Des Moines one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $149. Delta flights start at $154 while deals on United Airlines start at $194 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Des Moines?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to Des Moines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Des Moines?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Des Moines?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Jose to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from San Jose to Des Moines

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$296	Average$502	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$319	Average$476	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$357	Average$456	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Des Moines?

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Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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Temperature in Des Moines by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from San Jose to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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