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Cheapest round-trip
$409
Typical prices: $489-$729
Southwest
Sun 9/30Sun 10/7
STS - DSM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$237
Typical prices: $249-$324
American Airlines
Sat 9/15
STS - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Rosa and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 16% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $518 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Rosa to Des Moines (STS-DSM)

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

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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6:00 am - 5:45 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
9h 45m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:05 am - 9:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
16h 40m2 stops Denver Intl San Diego
$409Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
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6:45 am - 5:50 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
9h 05m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:05 pm - 9:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
11h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$461Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:22 am - 5:27 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:02 am - 3:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
10h 55m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$566American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:25 am - 7:50 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
10h 25m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
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2:00 pm - 11:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
11h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Diego
$583Southwest
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 9
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1:08 pm - 11:59 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
8h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:29 pm - 12:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
20h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$593American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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1:08 pm - 11:59 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
8h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:14 am - 12:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
7h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$604American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 9
Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 8:45 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
11h 20m2 stops San Diego Chicago Midway
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11:50 am - 4:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
6h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$642Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 11:38 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
8h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:12 am - 3:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
12h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$643American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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1:08 pm - 11:59 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
8h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:14 am - 3:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
11h 39m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$671American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 am - 5:46 pmSTS  Santa Rosa Sonoma County-DSM Des Moines
9h 46m2 stops San Diego Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:25 am - 10:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-STS Santa Rosa Sonoma County
15h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Diego
$695Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Rosa to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Rosa to Des Moines start at $409. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $489 to $729. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $409 on Southwest.

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Key details for Santa Rosa to Des Moines flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$237
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 63% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 41% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Rosa to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa to Des Moines?

    Flights from Santa Rosa to Des Moines usually depart from Santa Rosa Sonoma County (STS) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Rosa to Des Moines?

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Santa Rosa to Des Moines route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $433 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $296. 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 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 Santa Rosa to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Rosa to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 1,548 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 $409 to $1,069. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Rosa to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $357, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 16m, compared with 9h 01m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Des Moines is 2 hours ahead of Santa Rosa (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 Santa Rosa to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Rosa to Des Moines range from $489 to $729, with an average of $518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $489 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Rosa 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $433 - about $296 less than Saturday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Rosa to Des Moines trip for August. Fares historically average $433 round-trip in that month - typically $635 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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