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Cheap flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo (DSM - SBP) from $437

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 7/2. 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 — SBP
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to San Luis Obispo (SBP). 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 9, 2024.

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February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$507

Round-trip from

$366
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From Des Moines to San Luis Obispo County
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to San Luis Obispo. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Luis Obispo from Des Moines. Users have commonly found prices around $519 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $308. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

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

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap Des Moines to San Luis Obispo flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 7/23:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/94:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$437
Tue 7/25:54 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/94:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$442
Tue 7/26:54 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/912:23 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$481
Thu 6/275:40 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/212:27 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$551
Thu 6/276:05 amDSM - SBP
2 stops19h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/212:40 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$641
Thu 6/276:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops19h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/26:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops15h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$646
Fri 6/143:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/164:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$882
Fri 6/143:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/164:10 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops14h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,043
Fri 6/145:14 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops18h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:25 amSBP - DSM
2 stops15h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,070

Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and San Luis Obispo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 7/23:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/94:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$437
Tue 7/25:54 amDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/94:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$442
Tue 7/26:54 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/912:23 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$481
Thu 6/275:40 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/212:27 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$551
Thu 6/276:05 amDSM - SBP
2 stops19h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/212:40 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$641
Thu 6/276:00 amDSM - SBP
2 stops19h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/26:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops15h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$646
Fri 6/143:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/164:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$882
Fri 6/143:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/164:10 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops14h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,043
Fri 6/145:14 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops18h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:25 amSBP - DSM
2 stops15h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,070

Des Moines to San Luis Obispo flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Fri 6/143:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/164:10 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$882
Fri 6/143:45 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/164:10 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops14h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,043
Fri 6/145:14 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops18h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:25 amSBP - DSM
2 stops15h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,070

Find flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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$437 - $646

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Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo County

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Tue 7/2

1 stop6h 53m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/9

1 stop5h 49m

$437

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo County

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Tue 7/2

2 stops11h 35m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/9

1 stop5h 49m

$442

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo County

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Tue 7/2

2 stops10h 35m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/9

2 stops8h 54m

$481

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo County

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Thu 6/27

1 stop8h 16m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/2

1 stop8h 47m

$551

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo County

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Thu 6/27

2 stops19h 53m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/2

1 stop9h 06m

$641

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo County

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Thu 6/27

2 stops19h 58m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/2

2 stops15h 31m

$646

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Temperature and rainfall in San Luis Obispo by month

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

SBP

Temperature

51.8 - 66.2 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Luis Obispo, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Luis Obispo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Luis Obispo. 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 San Luis Obispo. Reviews last updated June 9, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $437, but on average you can expect to pay $533.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo for under $900?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Luis Obispo, with prices starting at $437. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $641 round trip. American Airlines is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does DSM to SBP mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while SBP stands for San Luis Obispo County 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 San Luis Obispo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 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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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo?

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

    The Des Moines to San Luis Obispo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo (average of $366). Flying from Des Moines to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 Des Moines to San Luis Obispo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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