$72+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Nov 12 — Nov 191
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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Wed 11/1112:48 pm -
1 stop29h 16m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/28:30 pm -
2 stops17h 23m
Wed 11/412:48 pm -
1 stop28h 46m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 11/94:25 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Sat 11/141:15 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 10/8![Southwest logo]()
$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/209:31 pm -
1 stop14h 58m
Mon 11/2311:24 am -
1 stop7h 17m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 11/126:40 am -
1 stop5h 45m
Mon 11/1611:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 10/9![Southwest logo]()
$390
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/126:40 am -
1 stop5h 45m
Sun 11/1511:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$406
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 10/282:42 pm -
1 stop20h 41m
Sun 11/110:18 am -
2 stops31h 17m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$431
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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Wed 11/1112:48 pm -
1 stop29h 16m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 11/94:25 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Sat 11/141:15 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 10/8![Southwest logo]()
$350
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 11/121:50 pm -
2 stops10h 05m
Mon 11/1611:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 10/9![Southwest logo]()
$396
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 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
Mon 10/269:50 am -
1 stop8h 31m
Deal found 10/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/131:50 pm -
2 stops10h 05m
Sun 11/1512:15 pm -
2 stops7h 50m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$461
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 10/282:42 pm -
1 stop28h 18m
Sun 11/15:55 pm -
1 stop24h 26m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$468
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Wed 11/257:15 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Mon 11/307:55 am -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 10/10![Southwest logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/126:40 am -
2 stops9h 15m
Sun 11/1512:15 pm -
2 stops7h 50m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/2012:10 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Mon 11/238:00 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$482
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to OaklandDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland. Data last updated October 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland. Data last updated October 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 10/282:42 pm -
1 stop20h 41m
Sun 11/110:18 am -
2 stops31h 17m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$431
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/28:30 pm -
2 stops17h 23m
Wed 11/412:48 pm -
1 stop28h 46m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Wed 11/1112:48 pm -
1 stop29h 16m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 11/94:25 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Sat 11/141:15 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 10/8![Southwest logo]()
$350
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 11/126:40 am -
1 stop5h 45m
Mon 11/1611:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 10/9![Southwest logo]()
$390
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/126:40 am -
1 stop5h 45m
Sun 11/1511:50 pm -
1 stop9h 35m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$406
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/209:31 pm -
1 stop14h 58m
Mon 11/2311:24 am -
1 stop7h 17m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$376
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 October 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 13, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/98:04 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$72
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/168:04 pm -
1 stop17h 49m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 11/1310:25 pm -
1 stop15h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Wed 11/112:45 pm -
1 stop20h 38m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Mon 11/98:30 pm -
2 stops17h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 11/138:30 pm -
2 stops17h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Frontier logo]()
$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 1/512:05 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/12![Southwest logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Tue 1/51:01 pm -
3 stops46h 36m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 10/223:54 pm -
1 stop19h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$347
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 October 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $169 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $72 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $816 |
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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 October 13, 2026.
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DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 11/9
8:04 pm-11:53 am
1 stop17h 49m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$72
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 11/13
10:25 pm-11:53 am
1 stop15h 28m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$89
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 11/9
8:04 pm-11:53 am
1 stop17h 49m
Oakland
Wed 11/11
12:48 pm-8:04 pm
1 stop29h 16m
$169
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Fri 11/13
8:30 pm-11:53 am
2 stops17h 23m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$172
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Tue 1/5
12:05 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$185
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 11/16
6:45 am-11:53 am
3 stops31h 08m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$196
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Tue 1/5
1:01 pm-9:37 am
3 stops46h 36m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$308
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Thu 10/22
3:54 pm-9:05 am
1 stop19h 11m
Oakland
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$347
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Mon 11/9
4:25 pm-12:40 am
1 stop10h 15m
Oakland
Sat 11/14
1:15 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop5h 25m
$350
Des MoinesOakland
DSM Des Moines - OAK Oakland
DSMOAK
Des Moines
Thu 11/12
1:50 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops10h 05m
Oakland
Mon 11/16
11:50 pm-11:25 am
1 stop9h 35m
$396
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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 October.
| 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 October 13, 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.
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 13, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$300 | Average$472 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |