Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco (DSM - SFO) from $84
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
The best prices from Des Moines to San Francisco are usually found in September or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday
How to find the cheapest flight from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco (SFO)
All the information you need to plan the best DSM to SFO flight in 2023: compare Des Moines to San Francisco flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Francisco.
Popular in | July |
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Cheapest in | September |
Round-trip from | $258 |
One-way from | $158 |
DSM - SFO Price | $258 - $437 |
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SFO Temperature | 51.8 - 62.6 °F |
SFO Rainfall | 0 - 4.4 inches |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Users have found that flying from Des Moines to San Francisco on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Users have found that booking a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco at least 61 days early can save you up to 23% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 61 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Des Moines to San Francisco for as little as $500 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $574 for flights departing within the next 3 days.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Flights from Des Moines to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Des Moines to San Francisco in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $206.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco (DSM - SFO)?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
Cheap Frontier flights from Des Moines to San Francisco
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Cheap American Airlines flights from Des Moines to San Francisco
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Cheap Des Moines to San Francisco flights in September & October 2023
The best prices found for DSM to SFO flights for September, October
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Des Moines to San Francisco 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to San Francisco from Des Moines found for this year
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One-way flights to San Francisco from Des Moines
The cheapest one-way flights from Des Moines to San Francisco
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1 stop20h 12m
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1 stop18h 02m
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Tue 10/17
1 stop13h 42m
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Tue 10/24
2 stops36h 12m
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1 stop20h 12m
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2 stops12h 22m
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1 stop20h 12m
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Wed 11/8
2 stops12h 22m
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Tue 10/17
1 stop13h 42m
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Tue 10/24
2 stops36h 12m
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Fri 11/3
1 stop17h 43m
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Mon 11/6
2 stops13h 23m
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Mon 11/20
1 stop11h 00m
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Thu 11/23
1 stop9h 33m
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Sat 10/21
1 stop10h 48m
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Sat 10/28
1 stop6h 15m
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Tue 10/17
2 stops12h 18m
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Tue 10/24
2 stops12h 31m
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
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Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
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Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
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Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
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Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
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Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Des Moines to San Francisco flights.
Can I find flights from Des Moines to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $156, but on average you can expect to pay $218.
Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to San Francisco for under $200?
There are currently 15+ open flights from Des Moines to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $156 on this airline. Frontier is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to San Francisco?
The most popular airlines flying from Des Moines to San Francisco are American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.
What does DSM to SFO mean?
Des Moines Airport is DSM and San Francisco Airport is SFO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to San Francisco
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| 100%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
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| 0%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |