Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco (DSM - SFO) from $76
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 6/1. 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.
The best prices from Des Moines to San Francisco are usually found in October or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 11, 2024.
Popular in | January |
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Cheapest in | October |
Round-trip from | $268 |
One-way from | $193 |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Users have found that flying from Des Moines to San Francisco on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Users have found that booking a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco at least 13 days early can save you up to 3% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 13 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Des Moines to San Francisco for as little as $295 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $817 for flights departing within the next 3 days.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Flights from Des Moines to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in January. Prices are generally better when you fly from Des Moines to San Francisco in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $286.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco (DSM - SFO)?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
Cheap Frontier flights from Des Moines to San Francisco
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One-way flights to San Francisco from Des Moines
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Find flights from Des Moines to San Francisco within your budget
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$162 - $449
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Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
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Des Moines
Wed 8/21
1 stop12h 27m
San Francisco
Sun 8/25
1 stop17h 34m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sat 6/1
1 stop12h 22m
San Francisco
Tue 6/4
1 stop22h 30m
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DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Wed 6/5
1 stop16h 50m
San Francisco
Tue 6/11
1 stop5h 20m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sat 6/1
1 stop12h 22m
San Francisco
Tue 6/4
1 stop5h 20m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Sat 6/8
1 stop11h 36m
San Francisco
Tue 6/11
1 stop5h 20m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Tue 8/27
1 stop9h 20m
San Francisco
Tue 9/3
1 stop7h 19m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Tue 9/3
1 stop9h 28m
San Francisco
Sat 9/7
1 stop6h 09m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Thu 9/19
1 stop10h 09m
San Francisco
Mon 9/23
1 stop8h 25m
Des MoinesSan Francisco
DSM - SFO
DSMSFO
Des Moines
Fri 6/7
2 stops22h 55m
San Francisco
Thu 6/13
2 stops13h 34m
When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Des Moines to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
Average price of flights to San Francisco by month
Plan your trip from Des Moines to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to San Francisco is currently $109 while a round-trip flight costs $261. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Des Moines to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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
$274
February
$282
March
$330
April
$298
May
$312
June
$383
July
$366
August
$298
September
$268
October
$268
November
$287
December
$268
Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
SFO Temperature | 51.8 - 62.6 °F |
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 11, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
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Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
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Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
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Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
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Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.
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