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Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (SBP - DSM) from $323

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 27, 2024.

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Average price

$523

Round-trip from

$323
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 49% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

Flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines lean towards being more expensive in February. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $356.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (SBP - DSM)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sat 5/184:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$323
Tue 5/284:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/16:40 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$326
Sat 5/184:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$328
Sat 5/114:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/152:48 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$338
Sat 5/111:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/152:48 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$343
Sat 5/111:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/156:04 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$348
Tue 5/146:18 amSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$378
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$383
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$388

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on United Airlines flights traveling from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/236:30 amSBP - DSM
2 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/76:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$576
Tue 6/185:15 amSBP - DSM
1 stop16h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/245:14 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops18h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$705
Tue 6/186:25 amSBP - DSM
2 stops15h 12mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/245:14 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops18h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$710
Tue 6/185:15 amSBP - DSM
1 stop16h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/245:14 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$720
Thu 10/105:15 amSBP - DSM
1 stop16h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/136:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$730
Thu 10/108:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/136:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$735

Cheap San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Prices were last updated on April 27, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Des Moines in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 5/184:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$323
Tue 5/284:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/16:40 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$326
Sat 5/184:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$328
Sat 5/114:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/152:48 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$338
Sat 5/111:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/152:48 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$343
Sat 5/111:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/156:04 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$348
Tue 5/146:18 amSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$378
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$383
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$388

San Luis Obispo to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Des Moines in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 5/184:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$323
Tue 5/284:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/16:40 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$326
Sat 5/184:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$328
Sat 5/114:34 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/152:48 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$338
Sat 5/111:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/152:48 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$343
Sat 5/111:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/156:04 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$348
Tue 5/146:18 amSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$378
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$383
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/215:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$388

Find flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines within your budget

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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 27, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$323 - $576

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/18

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Tue 5/21

1 stop8h 41m

$323

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 5/28

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 6/1

2 stops11h 17m

$326

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/18

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Tue 5/21

2 stops9h 21m

$328

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/11

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 5/15

1 stop6h 37m

$338

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/11

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 5/15

1 stop6h 37m

$343

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/11

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 5/15

2 stops11h 53m

$348

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 5/14

1 stop5h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 5/21

1 stop8h 41m

$378

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 5/14

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 5/21

1 stop8h 41m

$383

San Luis Obispo CountyDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/23

2 stops25h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 8/7

2 stops15h 50m

$576

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Deals found on 4/26

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Des Moines by month

Plan your trip from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $371. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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.

January

$323

February

$364

March

$396

April

$387

May

$385

June

$458

July

$427

August

$385

September

$344

October

$370

November

$385

December

$365

Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

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 27, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,875 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $323, but on average you can expect to pay $468.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $323 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $576. American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does SBP to DSM mean?

    This is defined as San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP) and Des Moines Airport (DSM). Codes like Des Moines Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

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    The San Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

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American AirlinesCheapest$314Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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