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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $446-$688
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30Fri 10/5
DSM - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $268-$538
Delta
Sat 9/29
DSM - SJC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 24% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $462 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to San Jose (DSM-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to San Jose

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:42 pm - 12:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
24h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:03 pm - 1:52 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
38h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$299Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:06 am - 12:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
9h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 1:49 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$369American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:30 pm - 10:10 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
12:05 pm - 6:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
8h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:45 am - 1:40 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
3:46 pm - 8:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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10:45 pm - 10:42 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
9h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
2:46 pm - 8:41 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:50 pm - 10:42 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
9h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 8
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 10:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:49 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$369American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 10:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:11 pm - 11:45 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$369American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:39 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 11:35 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
12h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$430United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:39 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:20 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$440United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to San Jose flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to San Jose with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to San Jose?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to San Jose, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 39% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Jose?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Jose at $392 round-trip.
  • April ($800) and July ($640) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to San Jose flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$185
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 55% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to San Jose?

    Flights from Des Moines to San Jose usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to San Jose?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to San Jose pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to San Jose most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to San Jose?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Des Moines to San Jose route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $467 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $718, a difference of $251. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 1,527 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to San Jose?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to San Jose changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $299 to $960. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to San Jose looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to San Jose are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $334.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to San Jose?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 55m, compared with 5h 55m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 41m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and San Jose?

    San Jose is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Fox
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to San Jose flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to San Jose range from $446 to $688, with an average of $515 over the past 12 months. Anything below $446 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $467 - about $251 less than Tuesday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to San Jose trip for December. Fares historically average $392 round-trip in that month - typically $408 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to San Jose

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
San Jose (SJC)