$472+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San José (SJO)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
May 17 — May 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 9/166:10 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/239:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$472
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/712:37 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops24h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/164:35 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$553
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/810:23 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/141:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops32h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$577
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/212:53 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop18h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:35 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop30h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$581
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 5/299:51 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops42h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/51:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$584
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 7/34:40 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/87:07 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$589
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/257:10 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 00m
Southwest
Fri 5/299:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13![Southwest logo]()
$605
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/253:57 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops24h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/291:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$607
Best flights from Des Moines to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/257:10 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 00m
Southwest
Fri 5/299:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13![Southwest logo]()
$605
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 5/293:57 pm
DSM
- SJO
3 stops41h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/51:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$636
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:15 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop14h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 9/231:25 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12![United Airlines logo]()
$688
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 9/165:45 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Wed 9/231:25 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 4/15![Delta logo]()
$688
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/86:50 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Thu 5/149:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$617
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/253:01 pm
DSM
- SJO
1 stop8h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 5/2812:30 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop12h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13![United Airlines logo]()
$688
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.
Fri 9/115:45 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Wed 9/161:25 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 4/12![Delta logo]()
$708
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 7/35:10 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops15h 30m
Southwest
Wed 7/88:45 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$665
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:00 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops12h 40m
Southwest
Sun 8/309:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops12h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/12![Southwest logo]()
$675
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/216:50 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Thu 6/48:45 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/12![Southwest logo]()
$680
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 5/305:35 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops14h 25m
Southwest
Sat 6/68:45 am
SJO
- DSM
1 stop12h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$705
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to San José. Data last updated April 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to San José. Data last updated April 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/810:23 am
DSM
- SJO
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/141:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
2 stops32h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$577
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/86:50 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Thu 5/149:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$617
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/177:45 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops32h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/251:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$622
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Mon 5/185:25 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops14h 35m
Southwest
Mon 5/259:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$637
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/257:10 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops18h 00m
Southwest
Fri 5/299:00 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13![Southwest logo]()
$605
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/253:57 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops24h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/291:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$607
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 5/285:25 am
DSM
- SJO
2 stops14h 35m
Southwest
Thu 6/48:45 am
SJO
- DSM
2 stops13h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13![Southwest logo]()
$630
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 5/299:51 pm
DSM
- SJO
2 stops42h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/51:00 pm
SJO
- DSM
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$584
Find flight deals from Des Moines to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San José (SJO). 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 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $472 (Southwest) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $638 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to San José 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 April 17, 2026.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Mon 5/25
7:10 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops18h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/29
9:00 am-11:05 pm
2 stops13h 05m
$605
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Fri 5/8
6:50 am-7:00 pm
2 stops13h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/14
9:00 am-11:05 pm
2 stops13h 05m
$617
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Fri 5/29
3:57 pm-8:30 am
3 stops41h 33m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 6/5
1:00 pm-11:27 pm
1 stop9h 27m
$636
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Fri 7/3
5:10 am-7:40 pm
2 stops15h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 7/8
8:45 am-10:45 pm
2 stops13h 00m
$665
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Fri 8/21
7:00 am-6:40 pm
2 stops12h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/30
9:00 am-10:35 pm
2 stops12h 35m
$675
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Thu 5/21
6:50 am-7:00 pm
2 stops13h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 6/4
8:45 am-11:30 pm
2 stops13h 45m
$680
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Wed 9/16
6:15 am-7:37 pm
1 stop14h 22m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/23
1:25 pm-10:26 pm
1 stop8h 01m
$688
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Wed 9/16
5:45 am-11:54 am
1 stop7h 09m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/23
1:25 pm-10:26 pm
1 stop8h 01m
$688
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Mon 5/25
3:01 pm-10:39 pm
1 stop8h 38m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/28
12:30 am-2:20 pm
1 stop12h 50m
$688
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sat 5/30
5:35 am-7:00 pm
2 stops14h 25m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 6/6
8:45 am-9:55 pm
1 stop12h 10m
$705
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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 José in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José 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 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 José
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San José?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San José (average of $552). Flying from Des Moines to San José in March is currently the most expensive (average of $943). 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?
Reviews of airlines servicing San José
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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. Reviews last updated April 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to San José, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$289 | Average$626 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$419 | Average$626 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$525 | Average$737 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |