$135+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Oakland, CA (DSM - OAK)
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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Dec 10 — Dec 171
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 November 10, 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 November 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/86:30 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 12/158:50 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:40 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Wed 12/21:40 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/209:31 pm -
1 stop14h 58m
Tue 11/248:35 pm -
2 stops14h 01m
Deal found 11/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$540
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/239:31 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Fri 11/2711:24 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 11/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$580
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 November 10, 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 November 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/86:30 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 12/158:50 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$393
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/209:31 pm -
1 stop24h 26m
Tue 11/242:34 pm -
1 stop20h 02m
Deal found 11/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$563
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 11/276:40 am -
2 stops9h 05m
Wed 12/26:25 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 11/9![Southwest logo]()
$525
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/239:31 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Fri 11/2711:24 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 11/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$580
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/307:15 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Sun 1/31:45 pm -
2 stops6h 50m
Deal found 11/5![Southwest logo]()
$584
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:15 pm -
2 stops6h 55m
Tue 11/249:05 am -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$657
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/231:50 pm -
2 stops10h 05m
Fri 11/278:00 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 11/7![Southwest logo]()
$657
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to OaklandDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland. Data last updated November 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland. Data last updated November 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/209:31 pm -
1 stop14h 58m
Tue 11/248:35 pm -
2 stops14h 01m
Deal found 11/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$540
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/239:31 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Fri 11/2711:24 am -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 11/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$580
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:40 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Wed 12/21:40 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$468
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/86:30 pm -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 12/158:50 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$393
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 November 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/79:18 pm -
1 stop16h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$135
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/712:05 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Southwest logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/3112:05 pm -
1 stop9h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Tue 12/297:15 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/287:15 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Tue 12/298:23 pm -
3 stops29h 36m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$995
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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 November 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $393 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $135 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $457 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 10, 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
Mon 12/7
9:18 pm-11:33 am
1 stop16h 15m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$135
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 12/7
12:05 pm-6:35 pm
2 stops8h 30m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$217
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Thu 12/31
12:05 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop9h 15m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$224
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Wed 12/30
7:15 pm-12:20 am
1 stop7h 05m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$262
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Tue 12/29
7:15 pm-12:20 am
1 stop7h 05m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$262
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Tue 12/8
6:30 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Oakland
Tue 12/15
8:50 am-5:50 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$393
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 11/27
6:40 am-1:45 pm
2 stops9h 05m
Oakland
Wed 12/2
6:25 am-2:15 pm
1 stop5h 50m
$525
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 11/20
9:31 pm-7:57 pm
1 stop24h 26m
Oakland
Tue 11/24
2:34 pm-12:36 pm
1 stop20h 02m
$563
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 11/23
9:31 pm-7:50 pm
1 stop24h 19m
Oakland
Fri 11/27
11:24 am-7:51 pm
1 stop6h 27m
$580
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Wed 12/30
7:15 pm-12:20 am
1 stop7h 05m
Oakland
Sun 1/3
1:45 pm-10:35 pm
2 stops6h 50m
$584
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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 November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 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 November 10, 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.
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.4
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$300 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |