$149 Cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. to San Diego Intl. (DSM to SAN)

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The cheapest flights to San Diego Intl. found within the past 7 days were $192 round trip and $149 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 30
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$192 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $192 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 23
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$208 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $208 found 1 day ago
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$213 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $213 found 2 hours ago
Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$229 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $229 found 2 days ago
Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 19
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$231 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $231 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$239 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $239 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 10
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$246 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $246 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 16
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$253 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $253 found 6 hours ago
Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $257 found 10 hours ago
Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
DSM
Des Moines
SAN
San Diego
$258 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Des Moines to San Diego, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $258 found 10 hours ago

San Diego Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

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Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was $804, price is now $582 per person
$582
per person
Oct 28 - Nov 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego (SAN)
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,461, price is now $969 per person
$969
per person
Oct 28 - Nov 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego (SAN)
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Seaworld

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Seaworld

2.5 out of 5
Price was $983, price is now $692 per person
$692
per person
Oct 28 - Nov 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego (SAN)
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

3 out of 5
Price was $1,043, price is now $736 per person
$736
per person
Oct 28 - Nov 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego (SAN)
The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,086, price is now $780 per person
$780
per person
Oct 28 - Nov 3
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego (SAN)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from DSM to San Diego Airport right now?
For information on any current SAN travel advice and quarantine requirements, visit our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Check before you arrange your flight, so you don't get caught out.
Are there direct flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to San Diego Airport?
Make a note of your connecting gate, because there are no direct flights between DSM and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are some airlines that will get you to San Diego County with only one stopover.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport to San Diego Airport?
If you're flying from Des Moines Intl. Airport to SAN, you can expect the trip to take about 5 hours and 9 minutes. If this sounds like more time than you anticipated, why not take advantage of it? Read up on your destination, organize some last-minute details and have a nap before the adventure begins.
What is the flight distance from DSM to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Traveling 1,450 mi between DSM and DSM calls for a glass of bubbly and a few good movies. Lean back, pull a blanket over your lap and enjoy the flight.
What airlines fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Unfortunately, no airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Intl. Airport and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). It's in your best interest to plan well in advance to find the ideal price and route.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?
From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you're flying with Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Des Moines to San Diego

 

Traveling From
Des Moines Intl.
Traveling To
San Diego Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$192

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Des Moines International Airport to San Diego International Airport


Origin:
DSM - Des Moines International Airport
Destination:
SAN - San Diego International Airport
Distance:
2,028.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on DSM to SAN Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter
American Airlines
Harbin Yunshuji Y12
United Airlines
Boeing 737-200 pax

Discover our best flights from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN at the right price  

Airfares to San Diego SAN from Des Moines DSM currently cost between $192 and $258. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN on Travelocity starting at $149. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to San Diego SAN from Des Moines DSM quicker with direct flights. 

Get to San Diego faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to SAN from DSM to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to SAN from DSM. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, October is usually the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines DSM to San Diego SAN. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to San Diego SAN from Des Moines DSM 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to SAN from DSM have this option.  

 

Travel with confidence when you book flights to San Diego SAN from Des Moines DSM with Travelocity 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.