$101+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Salinas, CA, CA
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DSM — SFO
Apr 12 — Apr 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:04 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 23m
Frontier
Sun 5/1011:51 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop23h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$211
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:20 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Sun 5/1011:51 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop23h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 5/110:14 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop22h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/710:40 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop20h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/278:21 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop6h 05m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:00 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop11h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/138:14 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop29h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/222:47 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop25h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 6/38:21 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops37h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/92:16 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/68:14 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop25h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/93:53 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:15 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop19h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:16 pm
SFO
- DSM
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 6/49:01 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/92:16 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$291
Best flights from Des Moines to SalinasDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 13, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/211:10 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop7h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 4/282:32 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop7h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10![United Airlines logo]()
$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/44:25 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Sat 4/116:20 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sat 4/2512:05 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/211:05 am
SFO
- DSM
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:34 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/1110:24 pm
SFO
- DSM
2 stops22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:17 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop7h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 4/115:00 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop5h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Mon 4/271:45 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/410:10 am
SFO
- DSM
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12![Southwest logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 4/264:20 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Wed 4/296:20 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:28 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Mon 6/18:30 pm
SFO
- DSM
2 stops11h 46m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$461
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/11:45 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Sun 6/76:25 am
SFO
- DSM
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13![Southwest logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/27:15 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Sun 4/57:35 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$454
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sat 5/302:10 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Sun 6/76:25 am
SFO
- DSM
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$479
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to SalinasDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas. Data last updated March 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas. Data last updated March 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 3/303:02 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/810:14 pm
SFO
- DSM
2 stops41h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/68:14 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop25h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/93:53 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/138:14 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop29h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/222:47 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop25h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/202:04 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 23m
Frontier
Sun 4/269:18 am
SFO
- DSM
2 stops25h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:15 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop19h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:16 pm
SFO
- DSM
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/272:04 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 23m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:00 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop11h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13![Frontier logo]()
$310
One-way flights from Des Moines to SalinasSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Salinas. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Salinas. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 13, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:20 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop17h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$112
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/278:21 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop6h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$116
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/38:14 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop6h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/32:16 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/12![Frontier logo]()
$132
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/278:21 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop6h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 6/19:17 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops23h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 5/810:00 am
DSM
- SFO
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 3/238:21 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop25h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$153
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Salinas
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated March 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $211 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $101 (Frontier) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $496 |
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Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Tue 4/21
1:10 pm-6:38 pm
1 stop7h 28m
San Francisco
Tue 4/28
2:32 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$367
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Wed 4/8
5:17 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop7h 38m
San Francisco
Sat 4/11
5:00 am-12:47 pm
1 stop5h 47m
$373
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sat 4/4
4:25 pm-9:26 pm
1 stop7h 01m
San Francisco
Sat 4/11
6:20 am-3:42 pm
1 stop7h 22m
$379
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sat 4/25
12:05 pm-6:55 pm
2 stops8h 50m
San Francisco
Sat 5/2
11:05 am-8:55 pm
2 stops7h 50m
$389
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Mon 4/27
1:45 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops10h 25m
San Francisco
Mon 5/4
10:10 am-9:55 pm
2 stops9h 45m
$389
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Thu 5/28
9:34 pm-8:49 am
1 stop13h 15m
San Francisco
Thu 6/11
10:24 pm-10:53 pm
2 stops22h 29m
$413
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sun 4/26
4:20 pm-12:10 am
1 stop9h 50m
San Francisco
Wed 4/29
6:20 am-2:05 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$417
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Mon 6/1
1:45 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops10h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 6/7
6:25 am-5:30 pm
2 stops9h 05m
$453
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Thu 4/2
7:15 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop6h 05m
San Francisco
Sun 4/5
7:35 am-8:00 pm
1 stop10h 25m
$454
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Wed 5/27
5:28 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop8h 22m
San Francisco
Mon 6/1
8:30 pm-10:16 am
2 stops11h 46m
$461
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Salinas (average of $150). Flying from Des Moines to Salinas in May is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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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Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated March 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Salinas
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Salinas. 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 March 13, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$158 | Average$255 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$535 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$481 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$330 | Average$456 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |