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Cheapest round-trip
$270
Typical prices: $383-$579
Southwest
Sun 10/14Sat 10/20
SJC - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$309
Typical prices: $223-$510
Southwest
Sun 9/30
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
May
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $441 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 45m (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, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:05 am - 5:50 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:35 pm - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$270Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:02 pm - 10:57 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
11h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:09 pm - 1:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
17h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$316Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:40 am - 5:50 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 10m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:35 pm - 10:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$349Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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2:15 pm - 10:57 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
18h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:09 pm - 1:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
17h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$367Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
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12:51 pm - 10:26 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
7h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:55 am - 12:39 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
7h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$369Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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1:45 pm - 8:40 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 am - 10:10 amDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$374Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
7:16 pm - 8:56 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
11h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:48 am - 6:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
10h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$427American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:16 pm - 8:56 amSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
11h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:06 am - 12:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
9h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$465American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:07 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:00 am - 3:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
8h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:30 am - 5:28 pmSJC  San Jose-DSM Des Moines
8h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 3:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-SJC San Jose
9h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Des Moines start at $270. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $383 to $579. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $270 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Des Moines, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 109% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Des Moines at $380 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 159% 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

$309
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 109% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 10% 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 San Jose to Des Moines?

    On the San Jose to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 64%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $364 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $987: a $623 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Des Moines takes 0h 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.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose to Des Moines 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 $270 to $1,358. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $312, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 45m, compared with 5h 53m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 35m 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 car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • 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 $383 to $579, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $383 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $364 - about $623 less than Monday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Des Moines trip for May. Fares historically average $380 round-trip in that month - typically $607 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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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