Title: Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Des Moines (DSM) - Expedia.ca ![Iowa State Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/d6e0e2f2-7876-4d18-865a-ae2f68f4627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601690/d6e0e2f2-7876-4d18-865a-ae2f68f4627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Des Moines (DSM) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - ![Delta](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:dsm,departure:25/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sfo,departure:01/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![Frontier Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_F9.svg) Frontier Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:dsm,departure:25/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sfo,departure:01/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"F9"}}]) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:dsm,departure:25/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sfo,departure:01/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![United](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:dsm,departure:25/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sfo,departure:01/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![Southwest Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_WN.svg) Southwest Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:dsm,departure:25/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sfo,departure:01/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"WN"}}]) - ![Alaska Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AS.svg) Alaska Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:dsm,departure:25/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:dsm,to:sfo,departure:01/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AS"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ## Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Des Moines (DSM) ### November is typically the cheapest month to fly From CA $192 - CA $934 per traveller. Flight from San Francisco to Des Moines (SFO - DSM) route information | Origin airport | San Francisco Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Des Moines Intl. | | Distance | 2474 km | ## San Francisco to Des Moines Flights **The easy way to book your flights from San Francisco to Des Moines**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Des Moines from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Des Moines 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 San Francisco to Des Moines today, tomorrow, or this week.   **Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Des Moines Intl., DSM**  Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Des Moines—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Des Moines from San Francisco 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 Des Moines   - 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 Des Moines from San Francisco**  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 Des Moines with Expedia today. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)? > Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip journey between San Francisco Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport was . Fares this good don't last forever, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)? > We understand that circumstances change unexpectedly, so we've made it as hassle-free as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just visit the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter) and follow the instructions. ### How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to DSM that have flexible change policies? > Many carriers offer the option to move your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the cost difference between the two flights. When searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Des Moines Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "No change fees" box for you to pick. ### How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)? > The average flight between SFO and Des Moines Intl. Airport is 5 hours and 54 minutes. If you're travelling with kids, it's always a good idea to pack a few healthy snacks in your hand luggage. ### How far is the flight from San Francisco Airport to DSM? > The flying distance from SFO to DSM is 2,500 kilometres. Squeeze in a nap or make a start on the latest bestseller and the trip will zip by. ### Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)? > At the moment, no airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). You'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best connections and price, lock in your airfare ahead of time. ### Are San Francisco Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight prices change all the time, so not always. While last-minute deals between San Francisco Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers announce their prices up to a year prior to the departure date. 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