$379+ 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SBP
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Luis ObispoExplore 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 October 30, 2026.
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 October 30, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/25:26 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Sun 12/612:36 pm -
1 stop8h 29m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/29:00 am -
2 stops13h 03m
Tue 12/86:15 am -
2 stops7h 58m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/21:23 pm -
2 stops8h 40m
Sun 12/68:00 am -
2 stops12h 21m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/135:09 pm -
1 stop6h 01m
Tue 11/175:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 10/29![United Airlines logo]()
$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/136:00 am -
1 stop7h 51m
Tue 11/176:00 am -
2 stops9h 46m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 12/118:10 am -
1 stop5h 52m
Fri 12/187:21 pm -
2 stops11h 48m
Deal found 10/27![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/149:00 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Wed 11/185:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$534
Best flights from Des Moines to San Luis ObispoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 1/79:00 am -
1 stop6h 33m
Sat 1/1612:52 pm -
1 stop5h 46m
Deal found 10/30![United Airlines logo]()
$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/25:26 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Sun 12/612:36 pm -
1 stop8h 29m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 1/99:00 am -
2 stops10h 25m
Sat 1/1612:52 pm -
1 stop5h 46m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 12/22:59 pm -
1 stop5h 47m
Tue 12/812:42 pm -
2 stops8h 48m
Deal found 10/25![American Airlines logo]()
$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/29:00 am -
2 stops13h 03m
Tue 12/86:15 am -
2 stops7h 58m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 12/118:10 am -
1 stop5h 52m
Fri 12/187:21 pm -
2 stops11h 48m
Deal found 10/27![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/21:23 pm -
2 stops8h 40m
Sun 12/68:00 am -
2 stops12h 21m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$443
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to San Luis ObispoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. Data last updated October 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/135:09 pm -
1 stop6h 01m
Tue 11/175:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 10/29![United Airlines logo]()
$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/136:00 am -
1 stop7h 51m
Tue 11/176:00 am -
2 stops9h 46m
Deal found 10/29![American Airlines logo]()
$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/149:00 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Wed 11/185:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$534
Find flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $379 (American Airlines) |
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Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Thu 1/7
9:00 am-1:33 pm
1 stop6h 33m
San Luis Obispo County
Sat 1/16
12:52 pm-8:38 pm
1 stop5h 46m
$379
Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Wed 12/2
5:26 am-11:43 am
1 stop8h 17m
San Luis Obispo County
Sun 12/6
12:36 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop8h 29m
$379
Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Sat 1/9
9:00 am-5:25 pm
2 stops10h 25m
San Luis Obispo County
Sat 1/16
12:52 pm-8:38 pm
1 stop5h 46m
$384
Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Wed 12/2
2:59 pm-6:46 pm
1 stop5h 47m
San Luis Obispo County
Tue 12/8
12:42 pm-11:30 pm
2 stops8h 48m
$384
Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Wed 12/2
9:00 am-8:03 pm
2 stops13h 03m
San Luis Obispo County
Tue 12/8
6:15 am-4:13 pm
2 stops7h 58m
$389
Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Wed 12/2
1:23 pm-8:03 pm
2 stops8h 40m
San Luis Obispo County
Sun 12/6
8:00 am-10:21 pm
2 stops12h 21m
$443
Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo
DSM Des Moines - SBP San Luis Obispo County
DSMSBP
Des Moines
Fri 12/11
8:10 am-12:02 pm
1 stop5h 52m
San Luis Obispo County
Fri 12/18
7:21 pm-9:09 am
2 stops11h 48m
$465
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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 Luis Obispo in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-San Luis Obispo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 October 30, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
Boarding
7.4
Crew
7.9
Comfort
7.1
Food
6.4
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Mar 2026
MIA - SFO
Boarding
7.4
Crew
7.9
Comfort
7.1
Food
6.4
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Mar 2026
MIA - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$348 | Average$515 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |