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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Oakland (DSM - OAK) from $137

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — OAK
May 25 — Jun 11
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Oakland (OAK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Oakland, California?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 60% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California?

Find a great deal and save up to 3% by booking at least 13 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Des Moines to Oakland, California within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $295.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Oakland, California?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Oakland, California from Des Moines average $499. You can even find prices in October for less than $499, as users have found deals to Oakland, California from as low as $286. The month of January appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Oakland, California from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 14%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Oakland, California (DSM - OAK)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Oakland, California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from Des Moines to Oakland

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Des Moines and Oakland. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/20$547
Thu 8/12:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Tue 8/66:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/19$591
Thu 8/12:05 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 8/66:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/19$607
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/20$648
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/19$687
Wed 5/295:09 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 42mDelta
Tue 6/45:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/19$998
Mon 6/35:40 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Wed 6/55:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/19$1,027
Mon 6/35:40 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Wed 6/55:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,057

Cheap Des Moines to Oakland flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Oakland specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Prices were last updated on May 20, 2024.
Wed 5/295:09 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 42mDelta
Tue 6/45:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/19$998
Mon 6/35:40 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Wed 6/55:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/19$1,027
Mon 6/35:40 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Wed 6/55:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,057
Wed 5/2911:40 amDSM - OAK
3 stops14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/410:40 amOAK - DSM
2 stops20h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$2,524

Des Moines to Oakland 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Oakland in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/20$547
Thu 8/12:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Tue 8/66:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/19$591
Thu 8/12:05 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 8/66:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 48mDelta
Deal found 5/19$607
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/20$648
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/19$687
Wed 5/295:09 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 42mDelta
Tue 6/45:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/19$998
Mon 6/35:40 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Wed 6/55:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/19$1,027
Mon 6/35:40 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Wed 6/55:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 03mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,057
Wed 5/2911:40 amDSM - OAK
3 stops14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/410:40 amOAK - DSM
2 stops20h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$2,524

Des Moines to Oakland flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Des Moines to Oakland for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Wed 5/295:09 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 42mDelta
Tue 6/45:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/19$998
Wed 5/2911:40 amDSM - OAK
3 stops14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/410:40 amOAK - DSM
2 stops20h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$2,524

One-way flights to Oakland from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Mon 8/128:43 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops16h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$137
Tue 8/135:35 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/19$143
Mon 8/1212:49 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$146
Mon 8/122:48 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$222
Mon 8/128:43 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$241
Mon 8/128:43 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops16h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$245
Mon 8/128:43 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$263
Sun 8/1112:02 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops13h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$400
Mon 8/128:43 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$415

Find flights from Des Moines to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Oakland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

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Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 9/20

1 stop9h 21m

Oakland

Tue 9/24

2 stops8h 41m

$547

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 8/1

1 stop9h 36m

Oakland

Tue 8/6

2 stops8h 48m

$591

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 8/1

2 stops11h 46m

Oakland

Tue 8/6

2 stops8h 48m

$607

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 9/20

2 stops11h 41m

Oakland

Tue 9/24

2 stops8h 41m

$648

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 9/20

2 stops11h 41m

Oakland

Tue 9/24

2 stops8h 41m

$687

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 6/3

2 stops8h 11m

Oakland

Wed 6/5

2 stops13h 03m

$1,027

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 6/3

2 stops8h 11m

Oakland

Wed 6/5

2 stops13h 03m

$1,057

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Average price of flights to Oakland by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Oakland by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Oakland is currently $246 while a round-trip flight costs $738. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California (average of $168). Flying from Des Moines to Oakland, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $238). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$201

February

$218

March

$218

April

$182

May

$180

June

$238

July

$210

August

$181

September

$181

October

$168

November

$201

December

$208

Temperature and rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Oakland. Reviews last updated May 20, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,615 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,615 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,472 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,615 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $547, but on average you can expect to pay $737.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Oakland, California for under $1,000?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Currently priced at $547, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Oakland, California and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Delta is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does DSM to OAK mean?

    DSM and OAK are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DSM to OAK refers to a flight route from Des Moines Airport to Oakland Airport.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Oakland that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Oakland offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Oakland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Oakland flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Oakland, California flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Oakland, California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/20.

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Oakland

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