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$173+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Antonio (DSM - SAT)

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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SAT
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/16:53 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/47:56 pmSAT - DSM
1 stop23h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 12/208:29 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop14h 52mFrontier
Sat 12/276:45 amSAT - DSM
1 stop12h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/5$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/287:46 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop14h 24mFrontier
Thu 12/41:51 pmSAT - DSM
2 stops29h 12mFrontier
Deal found 11/6$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/16:53 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/34:54 pmSAT - DSM
1 stop22h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/16:53 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/53:10 pmSAT - DSM
1 stop18h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/1711:31 amDSM - SAT
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/196:45 amSAT - DSM
1 stop12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/218:30 amDSM - SAT
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2810:18 amSAT - DSM
2 stops33h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/287:46 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/34:54 pmSAT - DSM
1 stop22h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$282
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/308:19 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Thu 12/41:51 pmSAT - DSM
2 stops29h 12mFrontier
Deal found 11/6$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/304:00 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/41:51 pmSAT - DSM
2 stops29h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$290

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$173
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$386
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to San Antonio 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to San Antonio that are best for you.

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Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

7:46 pm-10:10 am

1 stop14h 24m

San Antonio

Thu 12/4

1:51 pm-7:03 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$255

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

7:46 pm-10:10 am

1 stop14h 24m

San Antonio

Wed 12/3

4:54 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop22h 37m

$282

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

7:46 pm-10:10 am

1 stop14h 24m

San Antonio

Fri 12/5

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops49h 41m

$297

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

6:54 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 19m

San Antonio

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 54m

$315

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

3:35 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San Antonio

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$315

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

4:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

San Antonio

Wed 12/3

4:54 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop22h 37m

$315

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

6:33 pm-12:34 am

1 stop6h 01m

San Antonio

Tue 12/9

2:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$317

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

4:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

San Antonio

Fri 12/5

3:10 pm-9:48 am

1 stop18h 38m

$321

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

5:34 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Antonio

Thu 1/8

5:30 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 54m

$331

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

8:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

San Antonio

Thu 1/8

2:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$336

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to San Antonio

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to San Antonio in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-San Antonio flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San Antonio flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San Antonio flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San Antonio flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-San Antonio 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 San Antonio

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Antonio from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to San Antonio

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to San Antonio may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 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 San Antonio?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Antonio (average of $83). Flying from Des Moines to San Antonio in December is currently the most expensive (average of $152). 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 SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to San Antonio is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to San Antonio. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to San Antonio?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to San Antonio can take about 5h 19m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $315. The distance from Des Moines to San Antonio is about 872 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $280, American Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to San Antonio and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $283 and $299, respectively. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Antonio (average of $83). Flying from Des Moines to San Antonio in December is currently the most expensive (average of $152). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to San Antonio

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to San Antonio. 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$327Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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