$107 Cheap flights from San Diego Intl. to Des Moines Intl. (SAN to DSM)

Wander Wisely with exceptional service, 24/7 supportOpens in a new window

Feel at ease with free flight cancellations within 24 hours of booking

Change your flight without a fee on select flights

Find The Best Dates To Fly from San Diego Intl. to Des Moines Intl.

Compare Flight Prices from San Diego to Des Moines

Affordable Airfare Tickets from SAN to DSM Airport

The cheapest flights to Des Moines Intl. found within the past 7 days were $197 round trip and $107 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$197 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $197 found 4 days ago
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$199 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $199 found 1 day ago
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 13
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$205 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $205 found 4 days ago
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$206 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $206 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 13
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $207 found 1 day ago
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$211 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $211 found 1 day ago
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$212 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $212 found 1 day ago
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$212 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $212 found 1 day ago
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$212 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $212 found 5 days ago
Thu, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 15
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$214 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $214 found 5 days ago

Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from SAN to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) right now?
It's prudent to know about any quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in place in your destination. Make sure you go to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for up-to-date information on booking a flight to Des Moines Intl. Airport.
Are there direct flights from San Diego Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta will take you to Des Moines from San Diego County with one stopover. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights between SAN and Des Moines Intl. Airport as yet.
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 DSM, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from San Diego Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
The flight between San Diego Airport and DSM is around 4 hours and 55 minutes. Make your trip comfortable by downloading a movie or a few TV shows on your laptop or tablet and enjoying them with your seat reclined.
What is the flight distance from San Diego Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
There's a flight distance of 1,450 mi between SAN and Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). This is classified as a medium-haul flight. You'll have plenty of time to get engrossed in the in-flight entertainment and squeeze in a snooze if you want to feel fresh on landing.
What airlines fly from SAN to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Right now, no single airline flies straight to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) from SAN. Touching down there will involve one stopover at least. Lock in your ticket well ahead of time to walk away with the best price and connections.
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 American Airlines, United Airlines or Delta 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 San Diego to Des Moines

 

Traveling From
San Diego Intl.
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$197

Route Info

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


Origin:
SAN - San Diego International Airport
Destination:
DSM - Des Moines International Airport
Distance:
1,802.00 miles

Airline carriers and aircraft used on flights from SAN to DSM


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
American Airlines
Airbus A320-100/200

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

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 San Diego SAN to Des Moines DSM at the right price  

Airfares to Des Moines DSM from San Diego SAN currently cost between $197 and $214. 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 San Diego SAN to Des Moines DSM 

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 San Diego SAN to Des Moines DSM on Travelocity starting at $107. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

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

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

 

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

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to DSM from SAN. 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 San Diego SAN to Des Moines DSM today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, October is usually the cheapest month to fly from San Diego SAN to Des Moines DSM. 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 Des Moines DSM from San Diego SAN 

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

 

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

We’ve secured fantastic deals with all the main airline carriers and it’s easy to compare, choose, and book with Travelocity. With 24/7 customer service and our free 'App', we’ll always keep you moving. 

*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.