$379+ 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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — DSM
Oct 7 — Oct 141
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 11/1412:54 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Wed 11/185:12 pm -
1 stop5h 58m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$479
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1812:31 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Sun 9/205:30 am -
1 stop8h 41m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$509
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1912:55 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Tue 9/225:21 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$529
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.
Fri 9/1810:52 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Mon 9/215:21 pm -
2 stops8h 16m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$539
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 9/1710:52 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Mon 9/215:21 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$579
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 11/1412:54 pm -
1 stop5h 42m
Wed 11/185:12 pm -
1 stop5h 58m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1912:55 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Tue 9/225:21 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$529
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.
Fri 9/1810:52 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Mon 9/215:21 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$534
Last-minute flights from San Luis Obispo to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
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 9/1710:52 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Mon 9/215:21 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$579
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 9/1710:52 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Sun 9/201:35 pm -
2 stops12h 02m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$584
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1712:31 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Mon 9/215:30 am -
1 stop8h 41m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$664
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1812:31 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Sun 9/205:30 am -
1 stop8h 41m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$509
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.
Fri 9/1810:52 am -
2 stops10h 41m
Mon 9/215:21 pm -
2 stops8h 16m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1912:55 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Tue 9/225:21 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$529
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 10/312:31 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 10/37:55 am -
3 stops12h 21m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![United Airlines logo]()
$626
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 | $479 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $379 (American Airlines) |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that are best for you.
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San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP San Luis Obispo County - DSM Des Moines
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Sat 10/3
12:31 pm-11:12 pm
1 stop8h 41m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP San Luis Obispo County - DSM Des Moines
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Sat 11/14
12:54 pm-8:36 pm
1 stop5h 42m
Des Moines
Wed 11/18
5:12 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop5h 58m
$479
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP San Luis Obispo County - DSM Des Moines
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Sat 9/19
12:55 pm-8:26 pm
1 stop5h 31m
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
5:21 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop5h 34m
$529
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP San Luis Obispo County - DSM Des Moines
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Fri 9/18
10:52 am-11:33 pm
2 stops10h 41m
Des Moines
Mon 9/21
5:21 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop5h 34m
$534
San Luis ObispoDes Moines
SBP San Luis Obispo County - DSM Des Moines
SBPDSM
San Luis Obispo County
Sat 10/3
7:55 am-10:16 pm
3 stops12h 21m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$626
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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 Luis Obispo to Des Moines in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | 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 September 7, 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.
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.1
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.1
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$348 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |