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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines (SBA - DSM) from $336

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/4. 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.
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 mayo 23, 2024.

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Average price

$402

Round-trip from

$323
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Users have found that flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines on a Monday 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 39 days in advance, which can save you up to 149% on flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 39 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $293. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $707.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in July, with the cheapest ticket starting at $153.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines (SBA - DSM)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Des Moines. 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 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated mayo 23, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from Santa Barbara to Des Moines. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
jue. 7/41:10 pmSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/96:15 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$336
mar. 7/24:11 pmSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/115:00 amDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/23$393
jue. 7/45:10 amSBA - DSM
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/93:57 pmDSM - SBA
2 stops8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$398
mar. 7/26:39 pmSBA - DSM
2 stops12h 50mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/115:00 amDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/23$455
vie. 7/195:10 amSBA - DSM
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
lun. 7/293:57 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/23$508

Cheap Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Santa Barbara and Des Moines. 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 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated mayo 23, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from Santa Barbara to Des Moines. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
vie. 7/196:00 amSBA - DSM
2 stops14h 19mDelta
lun. 7/292:05 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/23$472
vie. 7/196:00 amSBA - DSM
2 stops14h 19mDelta
lun. 7/292:05 pmDSM - SBA
2 stops11h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/23$477

Cheap Santa Barbara to Des Moines flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Des Moines specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 23, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
mié. 6/195:15 amSBA - DSM
1 stop13h 26mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/266:00 amDSM - SBA
2 stops19h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$513
mié. 6/191:11 pmSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/265:14 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$516
mié. 6/195:15 amSBA - DSM
2 stops14h 29mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/266:00 amDSM - SBA
2 stops19h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$577

Santa Barbara to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated mayo 23, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
jue. 7/41:10 pmSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/96:15 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$336
mar. 7/24:11 pmSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/115:00 amDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/23$393
jue. 7/45:10 amSBA - DSM
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/93:57 pmDSM - SBA
2 stops8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$398
mar. 7/26:39 pmSBA - DSM
2 stops12h 50mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/115:00 amDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/23$455
vie. 7/196:00 amSBA - DSM
2 stops14h 19mDelta
lun. 7/292:05 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/23$472
vie. 7/196:00 amSBA - DSM
2 stops14h 19mDelta
lun. 7/292:05 pmDSM - SBA
2 stops11h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/23$477
jue. 7/46:00 amSBA - DSM
2 stops15h 46mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/95:08 pmDSM - SBA
2 stops19h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$494
vie. 7/195:10 amSBA - DSM
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
lun. 7/293:57 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/23$508
mié. 6/195:15 amSBA - DSM
1 stop13h 26mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/266:00 amDSM - SBA
2 stops19h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/22$513

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines 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 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated mayo 23, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

jue. 7/4

1 stop5h 13m

Des Moines

mar. 7/9

1 stop6h 07m

$336

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

mar. 7/2

1 stop5h 48m

Des Moines

jue. 7/11

1 stop8h 27m

$393

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

jue. 7/4

1 stop7h 54m

Des Moines

mar. 7/9

2 stops8h 25m

$398

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

mar. 7/2

2 stops12h 50m

Des Moines

jue. 7/11

1 stop8h 27m

$455

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

vie. 7/19

2 stops14h 19m

Des Moines

lun. 7/29

1 stop8h 55m

$472

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

vie. 7/19

2 stops14h 19m

Des Moines

lun. 7/29

2 stops11h 38m

$477

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

jue. 7/4

2 stops15h 46m

Des Moines

mar. 7/9

2 stops19h 08m

$494

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

mié. 6/19

1 stop13h 26m

Des Moines

mié. 6/26

2 stops19h 31m

$513

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

mié. 6/19

1 stop5h 30m

Des Moines

mié. 6/26

1 stop6h 04m

$516

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Deals found on 5/22

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

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Temperature

23 - 77 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated mayo 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,852 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,395 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $336, but on average you can expect to pay $477.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $336, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Des Moines and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $472 and $494, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Des Moines for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SBA to DSM mean?

    SBA stands for Santa Barbara Airport, while DSM stands for Des Moines Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Des Moines 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 Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/23.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated mayo 23, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$443Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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