DSM - OAK

$198 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Oakland

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Oakland departing on 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Des Moines to Oakland, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$408
Southwest
Thu 9/3Wed 9/9
DSM - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$198
Southwest
Tue 6/9
DSM - OAK • 1 stop
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Southwest
Cheapest • from $408 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Oakland. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Phoenix (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $412 (round-trip)
Las Vegas (LAS)
Shortest trip • 5h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Oakland (DSM-OAK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Oakland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
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12:05 pm - 4:15 pm
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OAK
6h 10m
1 stop
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11:10 am - 9:00 pm
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DSM
7h 50m
1 stop
$408Southwest
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
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12:05 pm - 7:15 pm
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OAK
9h 10m
2 stops
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9:30 am - 5:45 pm
OAK
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DSM
6h 15m
1 stop
$413Southwest
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
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12:05 pm - 7:15 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 9:00 pm
OAK
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DSM
7h 20m
2 stops
$418Southwest
Wed, Jul 8 - Mon, Jul 13
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3:45 pm - 11:30 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 45m
1 stop
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5:45 am - 12:50 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 05m
1 stop
$431Southwest
Wed, Jul 8 - Mon, Jul 13
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 12:40 pm
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OAK
9h 20m
2 stops
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5:45 am - 12:50 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 05m
1 stop
$436Southwest
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
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7:00 pm - 10:25 pm
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OAK
5h 25m
1 stop
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2:40 pm - 9:40 pm
OAK
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DSM
5h 00m
1 stop
$440Southwest
Sun, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 29
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 10:30 pm
DSM
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OAK
5h 20m
1 stop
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11:45 am - 8:45 pm
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DSM
7h 00m
1 stop
$444Southwest
Tue, Jun 23 - Wed, Jul 1
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5:20 am - 12:40 pm
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OAK
9h 20m
2 stops
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8:00 am - 6:20 pm
OAK
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DSM
8h 20m
1 stop
$445Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 4
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 9:20 pm
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OAK
6h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 11:30 am
OAK
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DSM
9h 35m
1 stop
$449Southwest
Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jun 30
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 12:40 pm
DSM
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OAK
9h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 9:40 pm
OAK
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DSM
9h 25m
2 stops
$450Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Oakland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Oakland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Oakland?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 7 days.

In the past 7 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Des Moines to Oakland were found on Southwest ($408) and Delta ($556).

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Cheapest flight$198
Flight from Des Moines to Oakland

When to book flights from Des Moines to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to Oakland

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Oakland?

    In the last 7 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Oakland was $198 for a one-way ticket and $408 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Oakland?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to Oakland?

    Des Moines airport is called Des Moines and the only airport in Oakland is Oakland.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Oakland?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Oakland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Oakland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Oakland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Oakland from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Oakland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Oakland with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and OAK can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Oakland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Oakland from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Des Moines to Oakland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Oakland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Oakland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4277 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
MDW - LAX
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

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Des Moines (DSM)
Oakland (OAK)