$98+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Oakland, CA (DSM - OAK)
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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Sep 14 — Sep 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to OaklandExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 15, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 15, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/149:31 pm -
1 stop16h 20m
Thu 9/1710:17 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:38 pm -
1 stop17h 13m
Wed 9/3012:47 pm -
1 stop28h 39m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/87:32 pm -
1 stop17h 46m
Tue 10/1312:13 pm -
1 stop23h 39m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$276
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Tue 9/2211:10 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/119:31 pm -
1 stop16h 20m
Wed 9/2312:47 pm -
2 stops19h 57m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:40 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 9/231:35 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/123:05 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Sat 9/195:10 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$312
Best flights from Des Moines to OaklandDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:40 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 9/231:35 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/222:46 pm -
2 stops11h 13m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/123:05 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Sat 9/1910:15 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/32:30 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 10/105:15 am -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 8/14![Southwest logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/82:00 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Tue 10/139:25 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2612:25 pm -
2 stops11h 36m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/14![Delta logo]()
$482
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/32:25 pm -
2 stops8h 50m
Fri 9/1110:30 am -
2 stops8h 50m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$481
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to OaklandDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland. Data last updated August 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland. Data last updated August 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop9h 20m
Tue 9/2211:10 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/119:31 pm -
1 stop16h 20m
Wed 9/2312:47 pm -
2 stops19h 57m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/123:05 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Sat 9/195:10 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/149:31 pm -
1 stop16h 20m
Thu 9/1710:17 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:40 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Wed 9/231:35 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:38 pm -
1 stop17h 13m
Wed 9/3012:47 pm -
1 stop28h 39m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
One-way flights from Des Moines to OaklandSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 15, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/288:30 pm -
2 stops17h 21m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/289:31 pm -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2310:00 pm -
1 stop15h 52m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/232:31 pm -
2 stops23h 21m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/232:00 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/72:19 pm -
2 stops22h 59m
Deal found 8/11![Frontier logo]()
$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:20 pm -
2 stops9h 39m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/285:56 pm -
2 stops8h 00m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 9/77:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:20 pm -
2 stops9h 39m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$415
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Oakland (OAK). 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 August 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $207 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $98 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $584 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Oakland 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 August 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Oakland that are best for you.
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Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Wed 9/16
6:40 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop5h 50m
Oakland
Wed 9/23
1:35 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$306
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Sat 9/12
3:05 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Oakland
Sat 9/19
10:15 am-8:50 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$312
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Sat 10/3
2:30 pm-7:50 pm
1 stop7h 20m
Oakland
Sat 10/10
5:15 am-5:15 pm
1 stop10h 00m
$385
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
2:00 pm-7:30 pm
2 stops7h 30m
Oakland
Tue 10/13
9:25 am-5:50 pm
1 stop6h 25m
$397
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
2:46 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops11h 13m
Oakland
Sun 9/27
6:00 am-1:02 pm
1 stop5h 02m
$480
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Thu 9/3
2:25 pm-9:15 pm
2 stops8h 50m
Oakland
Fri 9/11
10:30 am-9:20 pm
2 stops8h 50m
$481
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Sat 9/26
12:25 pm-10:01 pm
2 stops11h 36m
Oakland
Sun 9/27
6:00 am-1:02 pm
1 stop5h 02m
$482
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 9/28
9:31 pm-11:51 am
1 stop16h 20m
$101
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 10/23
10:00 pm-11:52 am
1 stop15h 52m
$113
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 10/23
2:00 pm-7:30 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$201
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland in August.
| 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 Des Moines-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Oakland, California 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 Des Moines-Oakland, California 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 Oakland
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated August 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest from Des Moines to Oakland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$300 | Average$472 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |