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$233+ 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJD
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Sun 11/23
Sun 11/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 October 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$514
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$233
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$439
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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 October 24, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/66:28 pmDSM - SJD
1 stop18h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1012:20 pmSJD - DSM
1 stop10h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/75:00 amDSM - SJD
2 stops11h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/144:23 pmSJD - DSM
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$524
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:40 amDSM - SJD
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/153:55 pmSJD - DSM
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/24$536
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/95:49 pmDSM - SJD
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:09 pmSJD - DSM
1 stop26h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$548
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/295:26 pmDSM - SJD
1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/32:29 pmSJD - DSM
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/24$556
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:28 pmDSM - SJD
1 stop18h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/134:23 pmSJD - DSM
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/24$560
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Mon 12/85:40 amDSM - SJD
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1312:47 pmSJD - DSM
2 stops9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$565

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2025.
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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Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

6:28 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 32m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Sat 12/13

2:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$514

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

6:28 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop18h 52m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Wed 12/10

12:20 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$514

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

5:00 am-2:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Sun 12/14

4:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$519

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

6:49 pm-11:43 am

2 stops17h 54m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Thu 2/26

2:22 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$521

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

5:49 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops22h 50m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Wed 11/12

6:09 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop26h 03m

$548

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

5:45 am-10:28 pm

2 stops18h 43m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Wed 4/8

12:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$561

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

11:30 am-4:26 pm

1 stop5h 56m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Thu 12/4

12:49 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops8h 59m

$561

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

11:32 am-4:24 pm

1 stop5h 52m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Sun 1/11

8:45 am-11:23 pm

2 stops13h 38m

$575

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

5:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$233

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

5:59 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$233

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 October 17, 2025.

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?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 24, 2025.

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.

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 October 24, 2025.
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
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,996 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
11,034 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

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 17h 54m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $521. 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

Discover the top 4 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 October 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$376Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$423Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$423Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$598Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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