CA $205 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Jose (SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $205 for one-way flights and for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Jose (SJC)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $285 - CA $1,224 per traveller.

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Flight from Des Moines to San Jose (DSM - SJC) route information
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Distance
2446 km

Des Moines to San Jose Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Des Moines to San Jose 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Jose from Des Moines whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Des Moines to San Jose today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Des Moines Intl., DSM to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl., SJC 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Des Moines to San Jose—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Jose from Des Moines currently is just rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Jose  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San Jose from Des Moines 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Jose with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DSM to San Jose Intl. Airport?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys between Des Moines Intl. Airport and San Jose Intl. Airport start from . That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can change quickly, so book today to nab the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to San Jose Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Select our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to SJC. This allows you to secure a great price ahead of time and still have the freedom to make changes without any extra fees. If the new flight costs more, you'll just cover the difference.
How many hours is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
There are plenty of ways to make the 5 hours and 45 minutes between Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) and San Jose Intl. Airport fly by. Be productive and sort through your camera roll or clear out all those unwanted emails. A nice snooze also helps pass the time!
How far is the flight from DSM to San Jose Intl. Airport?
The flying distance from DSM to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) is 2,500 kilometres. Squeeze in a nap or bury your nose in a book and the trip will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from DSM to SJC?
If you want to fly straight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to San Jose Intl. Airport, you'll need to book a flight with at least one stop. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly between these airports.
Are Des Moines Intl. Airport to SJC flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute deals between DSM and SJC are of course possible, it's also a good idea to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers release their prices up to a year ahead of the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest bargains around, so check back often and be ready to lock in your seat when the price is right.

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