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Cheapest round-trip
$489
Typical prices: $362-$656
United Airlines
Sat 12/8Sun 12/9
SBA - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$536
Typical prices: $229-$306
Southwest
Thu 11/29
SBA - DSM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $572 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines (SBA-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:00 pm - 8:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 pm - 9:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$489United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:30 pm - 10:37 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
14h 07m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 pm - 9:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$494United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:15 am - 5:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
8h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 5:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$499United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:00 pm - 8:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 pm - 9:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$513United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:30 pm - 10:37 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
14h 07m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 pm - 9:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$518United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:15 am - 5:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
8h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 5:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$523United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Des Moines flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines typically range from $362 to $656. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $489, on United Airlines.

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$489
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

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Your Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 1,500 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines range from $362 to $656, with an average of $513 over the past 12 months. Anything below $362 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route were fairly steady, ranging from about $489 to $523. The highest observed fare was only about 6% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $925, which is 228% above 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 $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines pass through?

    Connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 38% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $362 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $802, a difference of $440.

    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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 36m, compared with 5h 42m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of Santa Barbara (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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