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Cheapest round-trip
$459
Typical prices: $348-$479
American Airlines
Tue 11/27Tue 12/4
SBP - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between San Luis Obispo and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $428 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines (SBP-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:05 am - 1:39 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
5h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:10 am - 12:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$459American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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5:00 am - 12:31 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 5:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
11h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$464United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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6:00 am - 4:07 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
8h 07m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
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9:00 am - 5:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
10h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$470United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:54 pm - 8:36 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:09 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$534United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:00 am - 12:31 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:55 am - 8:04 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
12h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$539United Airlines
Thu, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:48 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
5h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 9:23 amDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$882American Airlines
Thu, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 21
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9:54 am - 11:58 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
12h 04m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
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5:05 am - 11:53 amDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,042American Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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12:32 pm - 11:36 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DSM Des Moines
9h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:10 am - 12:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$2,017American Airlines
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How much is a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines typically range from $348 to $479. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $459, on American Airlines.

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$459
Round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines

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Your San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 1,517 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines range from $348 to $479, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Luis Obispo 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 $459 to $2,252. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 Luis Obispo to Des Moines?

    Flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from San Luis Obispo to Des Moines. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $294 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $479, a difference of $185.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 47m, compared with 5h 59m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 50m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of San Luis Obispo (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.

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