$345+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Des Moines (DSM)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 6, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/89:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:10 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/89:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Tue 9/156:10 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$514
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/147:00 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops12h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4![Southwest logo]()
$521
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 7/318:45 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops12h 35m
Southwest
Tue 8/46:10 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1![Southwest logo]()
$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Thu 5/712:10 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops10h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 5/98:03 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops16h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$612
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 7/3111:59 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop14h 53m
American Airlines
Tue 8/47:05 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop19h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$618
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 8/261:21 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 05m
Delta
Tue 9/157:00 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops29h 54m
Delta
Deal found 3/4![Delta logo]()
$619
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 8/2512:30 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 33m
American Airlines
Mon 9/145:25 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop13h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5![American Airlines logo]()
$628
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 5/17:55 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops25h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 5/47:05 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$633
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/82:08 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop23h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 5/113:20 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop23h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6![American Airlines logo]()
$638
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 March 6, 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 March 6, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 7/318:45 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops12h 35m
Southwest
Tue 8/46:10 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1![Southwest logo]()
$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Thu 5/711:35 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop18h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 5/98:03 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops16h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$612
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 8/271:21 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops18h 58m
Delta
Mon 9/145:25 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops19h 29m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$619
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 5/17:55 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops25h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 5/47:05 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$633
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/178:45 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Thu 7/235:10 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops15h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4![Southwest logo]()
$617
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 7/3111:59 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop14h 53m
American Airlines
Tue 8/47:05 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop19h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$618
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 8/261:21 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops18h 58m
Delta
Mon 9/145:25 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops19h 29m
Delta
Deal found 3/4![Delta logo]()
$619
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 8/261:25 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops19h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 9/98:30 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops16h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$633
Last-minute flights from San José to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Des Moines. Data last updated March 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Des Moines. Data last updated March 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 4/277:55 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops27h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 7/56:20 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop17h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$687
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/287:55 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop13h 48m
United Airlines
Sun 7/56:20 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop17h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$666
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/287:15 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops15h 02m
United Airlines
Tue 7/75:00 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$814
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 4/297:55 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop13h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/56:20 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$725
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:08 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 51m
American Airlines
Mon 7/61:41 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop24h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3![American Airlines logo]()
$693
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/3012:38 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/610:01 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops42h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$696
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/307:55 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop13h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 7/56:20 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop17h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$712
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/3012:38 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/54:57 pm
DSM
- SJO
3 stops31h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$734
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 March 6, 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 March 6, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 3/265:30 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop16h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/121:20 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/3![Delta logo]()
$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/131:20 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops19h 39m
Delta
Deal found 3/3![Delta logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Mon 4/2011:13 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops24h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4![United Airlines logo]()
$366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Fri 3/1312:19 pm
SJO
- DSM
3 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$403
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 3/1212:19 pm
SJO
- DSM
3 stops48h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Mon 4/205:05 am
SJO
- DSM
3 stops16h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 3/2612:19 pm
SJO
- DSM
3 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$425
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Fri 3/2712:19 pm
SJO
- DSM
3 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$444
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $521 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $338 (Kiwi.com) |
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San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 7/31
8:45 am-10:20 pm
2 stops12h 35m
Des Moines
Tue 8/4
6:10 am-6:40 pm
2 stops13h 30m
$569
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/7
11:35 pm-6:35 pm
1 stop18h 00m
Des Moines
Sat 5/9
8:03 pm-11:25 am
2 stops16h 22m
$612
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 6/17
8:45 am-10:45 pm
2 stops13h 00m
Des Moines
Thu 7/23
5:10 am-7:40 pm
2 stops15h 30m
$617
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 7/31
11:59 pm-3:52 pm
1 stop14h 53m
Des Moines
Tue 8/4
7:05 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop19h 45m
$618
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/27
1:21 pm-9:19 am
2 stops18h 58m
Des Moines
Mon 9/14
5:25 pm-11:54 am
2 stops19h 29m
$619
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/26
1:21 pm-9:19 am
2 stops18h 58m
Des Moines
Mon 9/14
5:25 pm-11:54 am
2 stops19h 29m
$619
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/1
7:55 am-10:37 am
2 stops25h 42m
Des Moines
Mon 5/4
7:05 pm-12:21 pm
2 stops18h 16m
$633
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/26
1:25 pm-10:11 am
2 stops19h 46m
Des Moines
Wed 9/9
8:30 pm-12:21 pm
2 stops16h 51m
$633
Cheapest one-way
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/26
5:30 am-10:44 pm
1 stop16h 14m
$345
San JoséDes Moines
SJO - DSM
SJODSM
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/12
7:00 am-10:38 pm
1 stop14h 38m
$354
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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 March 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and 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.
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGerry,Jan 2026
YVR - DEN
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGerry,Jan 2026
YVR - DEN
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.6
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGerry,Jan 2026
YVR - DEN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$495 | Average$635 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$510 | Average$609 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |