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$164+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Jose, CA (DSM - SJC)

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DSM — SJC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Jose

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 3/104:25 pm
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop5h 59m
Delta
Tue 3/176:20 am
SJC
-
DSM
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 4/83:15 pm
DSM
-
SJC
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Tue 4/1411:15 am
SJC
-
DSM
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/25$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/232:15 pm
DSM
-
SJC
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Mon 3/302:05 pm
SJC
-
DSM
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/24$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 2/145:03 pm
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop6h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 2/183:55 pm
SJC
-
DSM
1 stop5h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 4/224:23 pm
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop6h 14m
Delta
Fri 4/2410:55 pm
SJC
-
DSM
1 stop10h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Fri 4/106:50 am
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/132:45 pm
SJC
-
DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/25$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/88:30 am
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop27h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/1210:34 am
SJC
-
DSM
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$424

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$387
(Delta)

One-way from

$164
(Delta)

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Average price

$446
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DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

5:11 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop5h 57m

San Jose

Tue 4/14

3:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$387

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

2:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 38m

San Jose

Tue 5/26

6:30 am-2:07 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$387

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

4:25 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 59m

San Jose

Tue 3/17

6:20 am-3:42 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$387

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

6:26 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San Jose

Tue 5/26

7:25 pm-8:23 am

2 stops10h 58m

$392

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Thu 3/26

7:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

San Jose

Mon 3/30

2:05 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$398

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

6:50 am-5:33 pm

2 stops12h 43m

$164

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

5:03 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$204

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

9:04 am-1:41 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$204

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

5:04 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$269

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

4:25 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$290

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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 San Jose in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Jose, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San Jose, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San Jose, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San Jose, California 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-San Jose, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San Jose, California?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Jose, California (average of $169). Flying from Des Moines to San Jose, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated January 26, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to San Jose, California?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Des Moines to San Jose, California in about 5h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 41m. Des Moines and San Jose, California are separated by a distance of 1527 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Delta, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to San Jose, California.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    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 Jose.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San Jose 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 Jose, California?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Jose, California (average of $169). Flying from Des Moines to San Jose, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 Jose

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to San Jose. 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$179Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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