$394+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (SBP - 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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — DSM
May 11 — May 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 7/112:51 pm
SBP
- DSM
1 stop9h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 7/75:23 am
DSM
- SBP
1 stop8h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 5/266:52 pm
SBP
- DSM
2 stops12h 19m
American Airlines
Sat 5/305:45 am
DSM
- SBP
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Thu 6/1112:51 pm
SBP
- DSM
1 stop9h 08m
American Airlines
Mon 6/155:45 am
DSM
- SBP
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$503
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:05 am
SBP
- DSM
2 stops12h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 4/255:17 pm
DSM
- SBP
1 stop6h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$544
Best flights from San Luis Obispo to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 5/266:52 pm
SBP
- DSM
2 stops12h 19m
American Airlines
Sat 5/305:45 am
DSM
- SBP
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Thu 6/1112:51 pm
SBP
- DSM
1 stop9h 08m
American Airlines
Mon 6/155:45 am
DSM
- SBP
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$503
Last-minute flights from San Luis Obispo to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Data last updated April 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Data last updated April 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:05 am
SBP
- DSM
2 stops12h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 4/255:17 pm
DSM
- SBP
1 stop6h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 5/266:52 pm
SBP
- DSM
2 stops12h 19m
American Airlines
Sat 5/305:45 am
DSM
- SBP
1 stop8h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$399
One-way flights from San Luis Obispo to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 6/116:52 pm
SBP
- DSM
2 stops12h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$715
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 6/115:00 am
SBP
- DSM
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$877
Find flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $399 (American Airlines) |
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Cheapest round-trip
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP - DSM
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Tue 5/26
6:52 pm-9:11 am
2 stops12h 19m
Des Moines
Sat 5/30
5:45 am-11:47 am
1 stop8h 02m
$399
Quickest round-trip
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP - DSM
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Thu 6/11
12:51 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 08m
Des Moines
Mon 6/15
5:45 am-11:47 am
1 stop8h 02m
$503
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP - DSM
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Thu 6/11
5:00 am-12:36 pm
1 stop5h 36m
$877
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Compare providers for flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines
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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo-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 Luis Obispo-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Luis Obispo-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Luis Obispo-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 San Luis Obispo-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 April 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from San Luis Obispo 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
7.2
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Overall
7.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayElizabeth,Mar 2026
ORD - MIA
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Overall
7.1
Entertainment
6.8
Boarding
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayElizabeth,Mar 2026
ORD - MIA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$353 | Average$422 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |