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$321+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — DSM
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) 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 September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$385
(Avianca)

One-way from

$321
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$553
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:05 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop9h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/76:15 amDSM - SAL
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$385
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/188:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/26:15 amDSM - SAL
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/16:00 amSAL - DSM
2 stops14h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/76:15 amDSM - SAL
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sun 11/93:31 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops23h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/156:40 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops18h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$535
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/81:10 amSAL - DSM
2 stops13h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/153:15 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops22h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Mon 12/152:27 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop24h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/292:07 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$652
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/183:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/298:00 amDSM - SAL
2 stops13h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$663
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/183:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops18h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/26:36 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops20h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$701
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sun 12/141:10 amSAL - DSM
2 stops33h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/298:00 amDSM - SAL
2 stops37h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$817

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Salvador to Des Moines that are best for you.

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San Salvador

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

8:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$446

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

6:40 am-9:56 pm

2 stops15h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

5:52 pm-10:50 am

2 stops17h 58m

$496

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

6:15 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$518

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/1

12:35 pm-9:04 am

2 stops19h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

3:48 pm-11:40 am

2 stops20h 52m

$518

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 11/9

3:31 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

6:40 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops18h 47m

$535

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/8

1:10 am-2:19 pm

2 stops13h 09m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

3:15 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$558

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/2

2:30 am-10:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$595

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 1/12

2:30 am-2:33 pm

2 stops12h 03m

$321

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/13

3:30 pm-8:58 am

1 stop17h 28m

$372

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Deals found on 9/13

Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Salvador to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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.

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 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Salvador to Des Moines, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Salvador to Des Moines?

    A quick flight from San Salvador to Des Moines can take about 15h 16m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $496. The distance from San Salvador to Des Moines is about 1959 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Salvador to Des Moines round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Salvador to Des Moines is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $588 on this airline. United Airlines is 7% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Salvador 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 Salvador to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Salvador to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador 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 Salvador to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from San Salvador to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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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