$144 Cheap United flights San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)

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$144 Cheap United flights San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $144 for one-way flights and $263 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$263 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $263 found 2 days ago
United
Tue, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 31
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$278 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $278 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
SAN
San Diego
DSM
Des Moines
$287 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from San Diego to Des Moines, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $287 found 13 hours ago
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
Delta
Distance
1426 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 35 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
You can discover affordable return United Airlines flights from $263 from SAN to DSM by sorting your results from "Price (lowest to highest)" on Expedia. Or search for deals from $144 for a one-way trip.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to DSM with United Airlines?
January is one of the cheapest months to get away to Des Moines with United Airlines. You could also find fantastic deals on one-way and return tickets in December.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) with United Airlines?
Start searching one to three months ahead of your departure date to get cheaper fares on United Airlines flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). You can save 25% by booking your domestic flight 34 to 86 days in advance compared to last-minute reservations made 6 to 12 days out. You could also reduce costs by buying your fare on a Sunday, as it's 6% cheaper on average than a Monday, the most expensive day to book.* Get the timing right, and you can enjoy significant savings on domestic trips.*Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Select our "Nonstop" filter when looking for direct United Airlines flights from SAN to DSM. It's also a good way to compare other airlines offering the same nonstop route.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from SAN to DSM?
Find United Airlines's earliest flights from SAN to DSM by using our "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters. Not only will you arrive at your destination sooner, early departures also have a 20% less chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Des Moines?
Take a United Airlines flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Des Moines, and you'll likely arrive at Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). This is the airline's primary hub in this destination.
Why fly with United Airlines from SAN to DSM?
Travel from SAN to DSM with United Airlines and you can look forward to a host of benefits starting with a rewarding loyalty program. When you book through Expedia as a United Mileage Plus and One Key™ member, you can also earn OneKeyCash™* to use on select future travel purchases.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your flight, although additional charges may apply if you booked over 24 hours ago. Prefer to keep your options open? Apply the "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" filter to find flights that won't charge you extra if you have to alter your plans. To modify your itinerary, visit "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking" for more details.

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