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$154+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Thu 6/19
Thu 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$154
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$444
From Des Moines to Oakland
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Oakland
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 June 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:30 amDSM - OAK
1 stop18h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/116:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops14h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/11:45 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sat 7/55:10 amOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$357
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/113:20 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops10h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/148:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/13$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/265:23 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 34mDelta
Mon 6/304:58 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops14h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/13$708

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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 June 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Oakland that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 7/30

7:30 am-11:33 pm

1 stop18h 03m

Oakland

Mon 8/11

6:00 am-10:38 pm

2 stops14h 38m

$257

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Tue 7/1

1:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Oakland

Sat 7/5

5:10 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$357

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

3:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Oakland

Thu 8/14

8:00 am-11:03 pm

2 stops13h 03m

$517

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 6/26

5:23 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops8h 34m

Oakland

Mon 6/30

4:58 pm-9:38 am

2 stops14h 40m

$708

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

2:12 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$154

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

5:00 am-1:39 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$333

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Deals found on 6/12

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Oakland

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Des Moines to Oakland to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Currently priced at $357, Southwest will fly you from Des Moines to Oakland, California and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $517 and $708, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland 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 Des Moines to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Oakland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Oakland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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