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$230+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Jose, CA (DSM - SJC)

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 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJC
nov. 26 — déc. 31
mer. 11/26
mer. 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 octobre 27, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 12/105:21 amDSM - SJC
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
mer. 12/176:00 amSJC - DSM
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
mar. 12/911:23 amDSM - SJC
1 stop11h 18mDelta
mar. 12/1610:25 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop10h 13mDelta
Deal found 10/25$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 12/105:21 amDSM - SJC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
jeu. 12/119:57 amSJC - DSM
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mer. 12/1012:05 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
jeu. 12/119:45 amSJC - DSM
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
mer. 11/198:20 amDSM - SJC
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
dim. 11/236:35 amSJC - DSM
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/24$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 12/85:15 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
ven. 12/124:00 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
mer. 12/101:31 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
mer. 12/174:00 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 12/88:20 amDSM - SJC
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
ven. 12/1210:00 amSJC - DSM
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$408

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Jose (SJC). 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 octobre 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$316
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$230
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$462
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to San Jose that are best for you.

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Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

mar. 12/9

11:23 am-8:41 pm

1 stop11h 18m

San Jose

mar. 12/16

12:55 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$317

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

mer. 12/10

6:50 am-3:54 pm

2 stops11h 04m

San Jose

mer. 12/17

12:55 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$322

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

jeu. 1/15

4:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Jose

dim. 1/18

2:18 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$327

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

jeu. 1/22

4:21 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 07m

San Jose

mar. 1/27

6:15 am-3:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$338

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

sam. 11/22

3:31 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$230

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

sam. 11/22

11:35 am-8:05 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$240

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

jeu. 11/20

12:05 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$264

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

sam. 12/27

8:29 pm-2:32 pm

2 stops20h 03m

$399

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

jeu. 11/6

5:06 am-12:10 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$419

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

jeu. 11/6

7:03 am-3:57 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$444

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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 October.
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 Jose, California 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 Jose, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 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 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 $144). Flying from Des Moines to San Jose, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octobre 27, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to San Jose, California in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 octobre 27, 2025.
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
4,236 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
7,996 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
8,997 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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 Delta fly from Des Moines to San Jose, California in about 11h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Des Moines and San Jose, California are separated by a distance of 1527 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $296, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to San Jose, California.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to San Jose, California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $230. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to San Jose, California for a low price.

  • 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 $144). Flying from Des Moines to San Jose, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $304). 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 octobre 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$302Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$367Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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