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 7h 21m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $494. 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), American Airlines ($389), and United Airlines ($423) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Delta is 40% 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 Southwest.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to SJD?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo as you normally would.

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.

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.

$202+ Flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Home Search by date Vacation packages Hotels Flight deals Car rental Travel tips & news

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 December 30, 2025.

Mon 12/296:40 amDSM - SJD

1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/512:43 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop10h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$858

Mon 12/296:46 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops20h 46mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/511:10 amSJD - DSM

2 stops22h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$973

Tue 12/301:30 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop26h 12mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/52:22 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop8h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$1,004

Tue 12/306:59 amDSM - SJD

2 stops12h 42mDelta

Mon 1/59:35 amSJD - DSM

2 stops11h 54mDelta

Deal found 12/28

$1,758

Best flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 30, 2025.

Tue 3/35:15 amDSM - SJD

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Fri 3/64:35 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$494

Tue 3/35:24 amDSM - SJD

1 stop9h 45mDelta

Fri 3/69:40 amSJD - DSM

2 stops10h 40mDelta

Deal found 12/27

$499

Sun 4/196:59 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 31mUnited Airlines

Fri 4/242:50 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$509

Sun 4/196:40 amDSM - SJD

2 stops9h 00mSouthwest

Fri 4/243:05 pmSJD - DSM

2 stops18h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 12/28

$536

Sun 4/196:56 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop17h 36mAmerican Airlines

Fri 4/244:30 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop16h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$494

Thu 3/267:15 amDSM - SJD

1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines

Tue 3/312:50 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$539

Tue 2/1011:35 amDSM - SJD

1 stop28h 07mAmerican Airlines

Tue 2/173:53 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop17h 41mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$518

Last-minute flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Data last updated December 30, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 1/45:21 amDSM - SJD

1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines

Sun 1/118:45 amSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$726

Sat 1/175:51 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop18h 04mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/2412:32 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$675

Sat 1/171:35 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops23h 08mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/2411:10 amSJD - DSM

2 stops11h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$753

Mon 1/196:54 amDSM - SJD

1 stop7h 51mDelta

Mon 1/269:35 amSJD - DSM

2 stops11h 54mDelta

Deal found 12/29

$598

Mon 1/196:48 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/262:11 pmSJD - DSM

2 stops21h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$708

Tue 1/206:48 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 55mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/243:46 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$593

Wed 1/215:35 amDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 55mAeromexico

Thu 1/291:45 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop7h 44mAeromexico

Deal found 12/29

$562

Tue 1/275:30 amDSM - SJD

2 stops10h 02mUnited Airlines

Tue 2/312:49 pmSJD - DSM

1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$568

One-way flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 30, 2025.

Fri 2/207:17 pmDSM - SJD

1 stop20h 27mFrontier

Deal found 12/28

$202

Sun 2/157:27 pmDSM - SJD

3 stops46h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$217

Fri 2/207:17 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops19h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$241

Tue 2/175:24 amDSM - SJD

1 stop9h 45mDelta

Deal found 12/29

$261

Sat 2/286:55 pmDSM - SJD

2 stops17h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$267

Find flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$494 (American Airlines)
One-way from	$202 (Priceline)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$884

Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-San José del Cabo Los Cabos flight deals.

Search Deals

Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Des Moines-San José del Cabo Los Cabos flights.

Search Deals

From Des Moines to San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Search Deals

One-way flight from Des Moines to San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($89 potential increase over avg. RT price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:15 am-11:36 am

1 stop7h 21m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 3/6

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$494

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

6:56 pm-10:32 am

1 stop17h 36m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 4/24

4:30 pm-11:10 am

1 stop16h 40m

$494

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:24 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 45m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 3/6

9:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$499

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

6:59 pm-10:30 am

2 stops17h 31m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 4/24

2:50 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$509

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

11:35 am-2:42 pm

1 stop28h 07m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Tue 2/17

3:53 pm-10:34 am

1 stop17h 41m

$518

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

6:40 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 00m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Fri 4/24

3:05 pm-11:30 am

2 stops18h 25m

$536

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Thu 3/26

7:15 am-1:32 pm

1 stop8h 17m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

Tue 3/31

2:50 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$539

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop20h 27m

$202

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

7:27 pm-4:30 pm

3 stops46h 03m

$217

Des MoinesSan José del Cabo

DSM - SJD

DSMSJD

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-1:43 pm

2 stops19h 26m

$241

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/28

Showing 1-10 of 14 results

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

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 December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
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

*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 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.

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.

Estimated round-trip price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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?

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 December 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.

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

4,251 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,251 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,251 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,251 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,121 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,251 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,074 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,251 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 7h 21m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $494. 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), American Airlines ($389), and United Airlines ($423) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to San José del Cabo. Delta is 40% 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 December 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$376	Average$637	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$389	Average$597	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$423	Average$628	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$598	Average$625	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

$202+ 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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to San José del Cabo with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

2. Select your favorite providers

3. Compare prices and book

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San José del CaboExplore 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 December 30, 2025.

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 December 30, 2025.

Find flight deals from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

Most accurate provider

Most trusted provider

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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 December.

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.

Cheapflights Insights

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?

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.

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?

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

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

How can I 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?

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

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to San José del Cabo

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to San José del Cabo

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

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 December 30, 2025.