$86 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Des Moines (SAN to DSM)

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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Des Moines Starting at $86

Whether you’re going for a one-way or round-trip to Des Moines, we’ve got you covered! Check out these different flight options from San Diego below.

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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Des Moines?

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Find cheap airlines flights from San Diego to Des Moines

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from San Diego to Des Moines.

Frontier Airlines

From $86

Delta Air Lines

From $146

American Airlines

From $151

Alaska Airlines

From $172

Southwest Airlines

From $188

United Airlines

From $189

Spirit Airlines

From $384

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Alternative Cheap Routes from San Diego to Des Moines

There are various non-direct routes from San Diego to Des Moines which could be cheaper and faster! Check out these alternative options to see if they could work for your trip.

Cheapest
SAN
04:06 pm
25h 35m
1 transfer
DSM
07:41 pm
San Diego International Airport - Des Moines International Airport
Thu, Feb 27Frontier Airlines
$86
CLD
06:15 am
5h 10m
1 transfer
DSM
01:25 pm
McClellan-Palomar Airport - Des Moines International Airport
Fri, Feb 21American Airlines
$223
CLD
06:15 am
5h 10m
1 transfer
DSM
01:25 pm
McClellan-Palomar Airport - Des Moines International Airport
Fri, Feb 21American Airlines
$223
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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM) the cheapest?
Airlines adjust prices for flights from San Diego to Des Moines based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM) cost?
According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $355.

How to find a cheap flight from San Diego to Des Moines

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Flight Info | San Diego to Des Moines

Cheapest nonstop flight price	$86
Off-season for travel	November
Peak season for travel	April
Flight distance	2,293.72 km
Popular airline	American Airlines