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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Oakland (DSM - OAK) from $286

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 6/24. 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
Jun 2 — Jun 91
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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 28, 2024.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 34% by booking at least 61 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 $496. You can even find prices in October for less than $496, as users have found deals to Oakland, California from as low as $281. 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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Fri 8/306:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Mon 9/210:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 5/27$371
Fri 8/306:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Sun 9/16:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 39mDelta
Deal found 5/27$393
Fri 11/14:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 55mDelta
Fri 11/810:45 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/27$517
Fri 11/14:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 55mDelta
Fri 11/810:45 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops13h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/27$562
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/28$587
Thu 7/256:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Sun 7/285:00 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops26h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/27$589
Thu 7/256:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Sun 7/2810:52 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop21h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/27$693
Fri 9/202:14 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 41mDelta
Tue 9/246:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 47mDelta
Deal found 5/28$698
Fri 7/266:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Sun 7/285:00 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops26h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/27$781

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 2,696,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 28, 2024.
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$286
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/16:02 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$289
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$303
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/16:02 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$306
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:15 amOAK - DSM
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$356
Mon 6/242:44 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/16:02 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$358
Mon 6/242:44 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:15 amOAK - DSM
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$410
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/111:55 amOAK - DSM
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$427
Mon 6/242:44 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/111:55 amOAK - DSM
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$478

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$286
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/16:02 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$289
Fri 8/92:48 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops10h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/155:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$298
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$303
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/16:02 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$306
Fri 8/912:49 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop12h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/155:15 amOAK - DSM
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$314
Fri 8/92:48 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops10h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/1510:31 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops20h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$342
Mon 6/2412:45 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/285:15 amOAK - DSM
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$356
Mon 6/242:44 pmDSM - OAK
3 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/16:02 amOAK - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$358

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Tue 6/115:54 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 01mDelta
Sun 6/1610:55 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/27$913
Tue 6/115:54 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 01mDelta
Sun 6/165:50 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Deal found 5/27$1,178

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Mon 7/152:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 5/26$293
Mon 7/156:00 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops7h 51mDelta
Deal found 5/26$334

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 6/24

1 stop12h 18m

Oakland

Fri 6/28

1 stop12h 35m

$286

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 6/24

1 stop13h 22m

Oakland

Mon 7/1

1 stop12h 03m

$289

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 8/9

2 stops10h 14m

Oakland

Thu 8/15

1 stop13h 47m

$298

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 6/24

2 stops21h 46m

Oakland

Fri 6/28

1 stop12h 35m

$303

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 6/24

2 stops21h 46m

Oakland

Mon 7/1

1 stop12h 03m

$306

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 8/9

1 stop12h 13m

Oakland

Thu 8/15

1 stop13h 47m

$314

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 8/9

2 stops10h 14m

Oakland

Thu 8/15

2 stops20h 42m

$342

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 8/30

2 stops7h 51m

Oakland

Mon 9/2

1 stop9h 29m

$371

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 8/30

2 stops7h 51m

Oakland

Sun 9/1

2 stops9h 39m

$393

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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 28, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

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
10,476 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Oakland, California for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $286, but on average you can expect to pay $398.

  • 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 $371, 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 56% 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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    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Oakland 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.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Oakland 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 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 5/28.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Oakland, California?

    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 $237). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Oakland

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Hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Oakland

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