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$139+ 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SMF
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Sacramento Intl are usually found in December or September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Sacramento

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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$268
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$139
(CheapOair)
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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 December 2, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/165:39 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Wed 12/251:20 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/2$426
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/2412:55 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Tue 12/316:15 amSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$466
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/186:00 amDSM - SMF
1 stop11h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/257:00 amSMF - DSM
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/185:00 amDSM - SMF
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/274:25 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$536
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/62:50 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/81:49 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$567

Find flights from Des Moines to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 1/30

3:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/3

10:25 am-10:02 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$268

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

5:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/15

7:00 am-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$336

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Tue 1/7

12:15 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops8h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/14

6:10 am-4:34 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$341

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

6:20 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/11

7:30 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$406

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sat 1/4

3:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/11

8:10 am-6:15 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$437

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

2:39 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$139

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

5:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$149

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

10:32 am-9:03 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$173

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

2:29 pm-12:29 am

1 stop12h 00m

$237

Des MoinesSacramento

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

11:40 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$304

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 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-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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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Sacramento

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Sacramento including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 22, 2024.

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 $443). 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 December 2, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% 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 December 2, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,508 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 $336. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $341, and American Airlines, from $406. United Airlines is priced at 30% 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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, 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 $443). 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$311Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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