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$181+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Sacramento (DSM - SMF)

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SMF
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$222
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$181
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$405
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/287:30 amDSM - SMF
1 stop28h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/410:41 amSMF - DSM
2 stops23h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/33:01 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/104:10 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/37:01 amDSM - SMF
2 stops12h 25mDelta
Tue 6/1011:15 pmSMF - DSM
2 stops12h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/29$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 8/206:13 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/42:42 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/166:30 amDSM - SMF
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Sun 9/218:50 amSMF - DSM
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$399

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

7:30 am-9:46 am

1 stop28h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/4

10:41 am-11:49 am

2 stops23h 08m

$222

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

3:01 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

4:10 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$299

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

7:01 am-5:26 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

11:15 pm-2:03 pm

2 stops12h 48m

$309

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sat 7/12

7:47 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/19

2:51 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$337

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

3:40 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/11

7:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$573

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

7:30 am-8:33 am

2 stops27h 03m

$181

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

6:20 pm-9:24 am

1 stop17h 04m

$328

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

5:45 am-10:44 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$347

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

3:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$394

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Deals found on 4/27

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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 Sacramento in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Des Moines to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Sacramento to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Sacramento round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Sacramento round-trip from $299. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $309, and American Airlines, from $317. United Airlines is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Sacramento one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $328. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Sacramento for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Sacramento?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Sacramento.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Des Moines to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sacramento. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$311Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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