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$289+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo (DSM - SBP)

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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SBP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Luis Obispo (SBP). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$288
From Des Moines to San Luis Obispo County
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/252:28 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2812:27 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/112:28 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/177:16 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:15 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/75:02 amSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 12/45:00 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/712:28 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:00 amDSM - SBP
3 stops16h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/286:25 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops19h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$443

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Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

2:28 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 59m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/28

12:27 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$289

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

2:28 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 59m

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/17

7:16 pm-8:22 am

2 stops11h 06m

$294

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

1:31 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops8h 18m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 12/7

5:02 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$384

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Deals found on 9/10

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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 Luis Obispo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo in 8h 37m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1517 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Luis Obispo, with prices starting at $288. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $288 round trip. United Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to San Luis Obispo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

    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 Luis Obispo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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 Luis Obispo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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