Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Diego (DSM - SAN)

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From Des Moines to San Diego

Are flight prices decreasing from Des Moines to San Diego due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Des Moines and San Diego for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Des Moines to San Diego to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from Des Moines to San Diego are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Des Moines to San Diego have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from Des Moines to San Diego for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to San Diego for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $88, but on average you can expect to pay $140.

Are there nonstop flights from Des Moines to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Des Moines to San Diego under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Des Moines to San Diego is less than $258.

Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to San Diego for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Des Moines to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $200.

How popular is this flight route?

The Des Moines to San Diego flight path was viewed by 30 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Does it rain more in Des Moines or San Diego?

In Des Moines, there will be less rainfall in Des Moines compared to San Diego over the next 11 days.

Is Des Moines weather warmer or cooler than San Diego?

With an average temperature of 86 °F, peak weather can be found in July. As a traveler, expect to see changes in flight prices during that period. The temperatures in San Diego are colder than in Des Moines.

How long is the flight from Des Moines to San Diego?

Frontier can get you from Des Moines to San Diego in just under 6h 41m. Your travel time can differ by up to .

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to San Diego round-trip?

Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $88. Frontier is priced at 72% 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 San Diego one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $123 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $129 and Delta from $138 one-way.