How long is the flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

A quick flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo can take about 16h 44m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $556. The distance between Des Moines and San José del Cabo is about 1572 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo round-trip?

According to our current data, Delta ($376), United Airlines ($423), and American Airlines ($423) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Delta is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José del Cabo ranges from 0.0 - 4.5 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. March is typically the driest time to visit San José del Cabo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José del Cabo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 66.2 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

Before booking your flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, United Airlines or Delta.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José del Cabo flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San José del Cabo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San José del Cabo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo that include hotel bookings?

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Des Moines to San José del Cabo flights typically cost between $576 and $717 in November. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $556 on American Airlines (Nov 29-Dec 3).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

Sat 11/295:26 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/31:20 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$556

Sat 12/66:28 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop18h 52mAmerican Airlines

Sat 12/1311:24 amSJD - DSM

1 stop10h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$581

Sun 11/165:49 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/236:41 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop27h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$598

Wed 11/265:35 amDSM - SJD

1 stop7h 35mDelta

Wed 12/31:15 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop8h 19mDelta

Deal found 11/6

$601

Tue 12/235:45 amDSM - SJD

1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines

Tue 12/304:25 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$606

Sat 12/66:50 amDSM - SJD

2 stops9h 55mDelta

Sat 12/134:50 pmSJD - DSM

2 stops15h 50mDelta

Deal found 11/5

$611

Mon 12/296:52 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop18h 11mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/54:25 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop20h 23mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/6

$623

Mon 12/2211:32 amDSM - SJD

1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines

Mon 12/2910:01 amSJD - DSM

1 stop13h 28mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$631

Fri 12/195:07 amDSM - SJD

2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines

Fri 12/262:23 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$641

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Tue 12/26:50 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 53mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/912:49 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$556

Sat 11/295:26 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/33:55 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/5

$556

Sun 11/309:00 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop17h 59mAmerican Airlines

Thu 12/41:40 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$556

Sat 1/36:46 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/72:11 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$561

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Sun 11/165:49 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/236:41 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop27h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$598

Sun 11/166:05 amDSM - SJD

1 stop9h 27mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/2312:50 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/3

$709

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Tue 2/175:24 amDSM - SJD

2 stops13h 17mDelta

Deal found 11/5

$255

Fri 1/95:09 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/5

$280

Sun 12/286:52 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop17h 50mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/6

$305

Sat 12/206:20 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop19h 59mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$358

Sat 12/208:29 pmDSM - SJD

3 stops40h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/4

$366

Sun 12/286:46 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops20h 46mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/5

$440

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Tue 12/2

6:50 pm-11:43 am

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San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Tue 12/9

12:49 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 40m

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Des Moines

Sat 11/29

5:26 pm-9:10 am

1 stop16h 44m

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Wed 12/3

3:55 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$556

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

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Sun 11/30

9:00 pm-1:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

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Thu 12/4

1:40 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 49m

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DSM - SJD

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Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:46 pm-11:08 am

1 stop17h 22m

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Wed 1/7

2:11 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$561

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DSM - SJD

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Tue 2/17

5:24 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$255

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DSM - SJD

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Des Moines

Fri 1/9

6:54 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$280

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DSM - SJD

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Des Moines

Fri 1/9

5:09 pm-10:05 am

2 stops17h 56m

$280

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DSM - SJD

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Des Moines

Sun 12/28

6:52 pm-11:42 am

1 stop17h 50m

$305

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DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sat 12/20

6:20 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$358

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DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sat 12/20

8:29 pm-11:33 am

3 stops40h 04m

$366

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Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José del Cabo flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San José del Cabo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San José del Cabo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José del Cabo flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 José del Cabo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo (average of $351). Flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo in March is currently the most expensive (average of $601). 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 SJD?

When flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 54% versus a flight at noon.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San José del Cabo

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to San José del Cabo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

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

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

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

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

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

How long is the flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?
A quick flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo can take about 16h 44m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $556. The distance between Des Moines and San José del Cabo is about 1572 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo round-trip?
According to our current data, Delta ($376), United Airlines ($423), and American Airlines ($423) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Delta is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to San José del Cabo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?
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 José del Cabo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo (average of $351). Flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo in March is currently the most expensive (average of $601). 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 José del Cabo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$376	Average$596	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$423	Average$628	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$423	Average$621	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$598	Average$615	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San José del Cabo?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José del Cabo

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