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Cheapest round-trip
$205
Typical prices: $384-$586
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/7Wed 1/10
SJC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $233-$479
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/17
SJC - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $396 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Des Moines (SJC-DSM)

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

Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:19 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
6h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:26 am - 11:08 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
11:55 am - 8:50 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 10:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$319Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 4:11 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:58 pm - 10:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
9h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 4:11 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:58 pm - 10:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
9h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
8:40 am - 5:50 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 10m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 10:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$324Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 12:33 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
9h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 11:08 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$324American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 2:15 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 10:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
American Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 11:05 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
6h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
9h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$398American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:13 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 8:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 21
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 11:42 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:09 pm - 9:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
$505United Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Des Moines. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 79% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Des Moines at $384 round-trip.
•February ($987) and January ($987) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Jose to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$140
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Des Moines

When to book flights from San Jose to Des Moines

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Des Moines.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Des Moines range from $384 to $586, with an average of $479 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $202, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from San Jose to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $431 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $859, a difference of $428.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 49m, compared with 6h 06m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 56m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Jose to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $431, about $428 less than Monday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $384 round-trip in that month - typically $603 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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