$349+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San José (SJO)
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 6/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap 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 May 15, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $506 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $349 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $614 |
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San JoséExplore 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 May 15, 2025.
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 May 15, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Price
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Tue 9/2
5:12 am-6:15 pm
1 stop14h 03m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 3/11
7:05 am-10:25 pm
1 stop14h 20m
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sun 6/29
10:00 pm-8:19 pm
3 stops47h 19m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 7/6
12:28 pm-1:49 pm
1 stop24h 21m
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sun 8/31
6:15 am-12:26 pm
1 stop7h 11m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 3/10
1:20 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop8h 10m
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sun 8/31
5:45 am-11:48 am
1 stop7h 03m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/12
7:00 am-4:30 pm
1 stop8h 30m
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Wed 11/5
8:00 am-7:49 am
2 stops23h 49m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/8
4:13 am-5:33 pm
2 stops37h 20m
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sat 8/30
6:51 pm-8:25 pm
2 stops26h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/12
7:55 am-11:39 pm
2 stops38h 44m
Des MoinesSan José
DSM - SJO
DSMSJO
Des Moines
Sun 6/29
6:50 pm-10:39 pm
2 stops28h 49m
Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to San José
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 in May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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, San José Province 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
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José 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
How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San José. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Des Moines to San José, San José Province is 2 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 15, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
Rainfall in San José by month
Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San José by month
Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).
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 May 15, 2025.
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Kim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Kim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Kim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Kim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Kim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Kim,May 2025
PIH - SLC
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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to San José
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$289 | Average$621 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$449 | Average$657 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$496 | Average$720 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |