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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Sacramento (DSM - SMF) from $179

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 6/27. 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 — SMF
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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The best prices from Des Moines to Sacramento Intl are usually found in December or November, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 June 7, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Sacramento?

Users have found that flying from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

Users have found that booking a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento at least 61 days early can save you up to 34% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 61 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

September can be a great time to fly to Sacramento from Des Moines with a flight ticket averaging about $494. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $276. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to SMF?

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Sacramento in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Des Moines to Sacramento flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Sacramento specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Des Moines to Sacramento in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 7/105:45 amDSM - SMF
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/1611:47 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$302
Thu 7/45:40 amDSM - SMF
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1111:59 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$329
Thu 7/41:25 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1111:59 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$334
Mon 7/12:44 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/710:18 pmSMF - DSM
2 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$346
Mon 7/12:44 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/710:18 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$355
Thu 7/116:15 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/1511:47 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$356
Thu 7/117:31 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:54 amSMF - DSM
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$361
Wed 7/105:45 amDSM - SMF
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/169:54 amSMF - DSM
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$375
Thu 7/117:00 amDSM - SMF
2 stops11h 50mDelta
Mon 7/1511:13 pmSMF - DSM
2 stops9h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/6$376

Des Moines to Sacramento 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Sacramento in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Des Moines to Sacramento in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 8/149:15 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop20h 28mFrontier
Sun 8/184:43 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop25h 49mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$219
Wed 7/105:45 amDSM - SMF
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/1611:47 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$302
Wed 10/165:35 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Mon 10/2110:59 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/6$319
Thu 7/45:40 amDSM - SMF
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1111:59 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$329
Mon 8/123:58 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1911:55 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$331
Thu 7/41:25 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1111:59 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$334
Mon 7/12:44 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/710:18 pmSMF - DSM
2 stops22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$346
Mon 7/12:44 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/710:18 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$355
Thu 7/116:15 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/1511:47 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$356

Des Moines to Sacramento flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Des Moines to Sacramento. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Fri 6/145:14 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop18h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/176:30 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$733
Fri 6/145:14 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops18h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/176:30 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop19h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$738
Fri 6/145:14 pmDSM - SMF
2 stops18h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/176:30 pmSMF - DSM
2 stops17h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$783

One-way flights to Sacramento from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Sacramento. 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 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Des Moines to Sacramento. Users needing a return flight from Des Moines to Sacramento should utilize the search form above.
Thu 6/273:59 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$179
Thu 6/277:30 amDSM - SMF
2 stops15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$212
Sun 7/72:28 pmDSM - SMF
1 stop18h 05mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$249
Thu 6/277:00 amDSM - SMF
3 stops16h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$251
Sun 7/77:00 amDSM - SMF
2 stops16h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$417
Sun 7/75:11 pmDSM - SMF
3 stops31h 13mWestJet
Deal found 6/6$648

Find flights from Des Moines to Sacramento within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 8/14

1 stop20h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/18

1 stop25h 49m

$219

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 7/10

1 stop5h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/16

1 stop7h 46m

$302

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Wed 10/16

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/21

1 stop9h 20m

$319

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 7/4

1 stop8h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop7h 00m

$329

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

2 stops8h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop9h 37m

$331

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops21h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/7

2 stops22h 16m

$346

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops21h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 7/7

1 stop11h 41m

$355

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Thu 7/11

2 stops11h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/15

2 stops9h 59m

$376

Des MoinesSacramento Intl

DSM - SMF

DSMSMF

Des Moines

Sat 8/31

1 stop5h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/7

2 stops11h 44m

$389

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 Des Moines to Sacramento

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Temperature and rainfall in Sacramento by month

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

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated June 7, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to Sacramento to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
10,347 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,853 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,686 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

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
14,204 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Frontier
6.2
Okay
3,978 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

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 Sacramento for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Sacramento for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $219, but on average you can expect to pay $357.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Sacramento for under $800?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Des Moines to Sacramento within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Sacramento round-trip from $219. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $302, and Delta, from $319. Frontier is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does DSM to SMF mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while SMF stands for Sacramento Intl 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 Des Moines to Sacramento that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Sacramento 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 Sacramento flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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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 Sacramento.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 Sacramento that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

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

    The Des Moines to Sacramento flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Sacramento?

    When booking a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sacramento (average of $326). Flying from Des Moines to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $456). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sacramento. 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 3,045,324 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$335Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$374Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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