Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to San Jose (SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Des Moines to San Jose route information
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Return price
AU$659
Distance
2446 km

Your quick guide to flights from Des Moines to San Jose

Pick up great flights from Des Moines to San Jose

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Des Moines to San Jose. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Des Moines to San Jose that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to San Jose

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$660 to AU$908, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Des Moines to San Jose around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to San Jose is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DSM to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
If you’re planning on travelling from Des Moines Intl. Airport to SJC, round-trip journeys start from AU$660. This price is based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t hang about. Book now and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to San Jose Intl. Airport?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to SJC that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to San Jose Intl. Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The flight distance between DSM and SJC is 2 500 kilometres. Sneak in a nap or get stuck into a book and the journey will zip on by.
Which airlines fly direct from DSM to San Jose Intl. Airport?
You won’t find any airlines operating directly between DSM and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a good way to break up a trip!
Are Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) are of course possible, it also makes sense to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines announce their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to book when the price is right.
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