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$274+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San José del Cabo (SJD)

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJD
May 13 — May 201
Wed 5/13
Wed 5/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo
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 April 13, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 9/295:45 am
DSM
-
SJD
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Fri 10/212:15 pm
SJD
-
DSM
1 stop8h 11m
Delta
Deal found 4/12$617
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 9/296:30 am
DSM
-
SJD
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Fri 10/212:05 pm
SJD
-
DSM
2 stops9h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10$622
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 5/87:01 am
DSM
-
SJD
2 stops12h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/126:07 am
SJD
-
DSM
2 stops14h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/10$642
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 5/85:00 am
DSM
-
SJD
1 stop10h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 5/122:59 pm
SJD
-
DSM
1 stop6h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10$647
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Wed 11/185:00 am
DSM
-
SJD
2 stops9h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 11/2512:43 pm
SJD
-
DSM
2 stops9h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Tue 9/297:32 pm
DSM
-
SJD
2 stops18h 42m
American Airlines
Mon 10/52:25 pm
SJD
-
DSM
1 stop16h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8$657
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sat 10/107:32 pm
DSM
-
SJD
1 stop16h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 10/132:10 pm
SJD
-
DSM
1 stop15h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8$662
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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.
Thu 6/46:47 pm
DSM
-
SJD
1 stop18h 21m
American Airlines
Thu 6/259:02 am
SJD
-
DSM
1 stop7h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/12$667

Find flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San José del Cabo (SJD). 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 April 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$617
(Delta)

One-way from

$274
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$537
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

7:01 am-5:48 pm

2 stops12h 47m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Tue 5/12

6:07 am-10:32 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$645

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

8:02 pm-11:13 am

1 stop17h 11m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Thu 6/4

11:38 am-12:10 am

1 stop10h 32m

$667

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

5:45 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Mon 6/29

11:38 am-12:10 am

1 stop10h 32m

$672

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Fri 6/5

8:15 pm-10:30 am

2 stops16h 15m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Wed 6/10

1:44 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$687
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

5:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Wed 5/13

1:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$712

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

5:30 am-1:43 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 5/15

1:44 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$717
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

5:00 am-12:46 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$274

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

7:01 pm-8:01 am

2 stops15h 00m

$324

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

8:00 am-10:30 am

3 stops28h 30m

$350

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

7:19 pm-11:13 am

1 stop17h 54m

$359

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 José del Cabo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José del Cabo from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

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 2 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $630). 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.

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José del Cabo. 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 José del Cabo. Reviews last updated April 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,579 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,579 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,579 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,568 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,579 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 12h 47m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $645. 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, American Airlines ($366), and United Airlines ($423) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. American Airlines is 43% 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $630). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. 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 April 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$423Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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