$54+ Cheap flights from Iowa to California
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DSM — LAX
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/84:16 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$165
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:30 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/34:00 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/3110:01 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 07m
Allegiant Air
Thu 8/63:55 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:49 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop25h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/247:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Mon 5/1112:29 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop16h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/249:34 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 12m
Allegiant Air
Wed 5/278:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/17:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:43 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/187:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$173
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/78:36 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/112:51 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/58:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop17h 16m
Frontier
Fri 5/812:29 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop17h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/183:32 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/223:53 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 59m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$175
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1812:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/226:35 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 45m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$175
Best flights from Iowa to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Iowa to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Iowa to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/59:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Thu 6/182:51 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/12![Allegiant Air logo]()
$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Fri 4/1710:40 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12![Southwest logo]()
$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:31 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 24m
Delta
Fri 4/1711:59 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 17m
Delta
Deal found 3/12![Delta logo]()
$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:05 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop7h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 4/158:45 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15![United Airlines logo]()
$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2812:48 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop7h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/27:03 am
SAN
- CID
1 stop9h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:10 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Mon 6/15:55 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12![Southwest logo]()
$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:52 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops8h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 5/512:40 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16![United Airlines logo]()
$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:25 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop9h 55m
Delta
Sun 5/36:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/16![Delta logo]()
$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/285:30 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/52:05 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13![Southwest logo]()
$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/15:55 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop7h 47m
Delta
Sun 5/36:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/15![Delta logo]()
$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:40 pm
CID
- LAS
1 stop7h 13m
United Airlines
Mon 8/103:57 pm
LAS
- CID
1 stop6h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/36:25 am
CID
- LAS
1 stop8h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 7/810:25 am
LAS
- CID
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/254:15 pm
CID
- LAS
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
Sat 8/16:25 am
LAS
- CID
1 stop7h 19m
Delta
Deal found 3/12![Delta logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/66:55 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Tue 6/98:10 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/225:29 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop7h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2811:00 am
SAN
- CID
1 stop8h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:22 pm
CID
- LAS
2 stops9h 15m
Delta
Tue 5/1212:00 pm
LAS
- CID
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/14![Delta logo]()
$314
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/137:00 am
OMA
- LAS
2 stops10h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/1611:00 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop10h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/206:10 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Sat 5/234:55 pm
SAN
- OMA
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/115:30 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Fri 4/172:53 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/17![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/234:11 pm
CID
- SAN
2 stops9h 04m
Delta
Sat 5/303:30 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Deal found 3/15![Delta logo]()
$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/107:00 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 4/144:50 pm
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:00 am
OMA
- LAS
2 stops13h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/16:42 pm
LAS
- OMA
2 stops17h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$443
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/143:35 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop10h 00m
Southwest
Tue 4/215:55 am
SFO
- OMA
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/304:11 pm
CID
- SAN
2 stops9h 04m
Delta
Sat 6/63:20 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Deal found 3/12![Delta logo]()
$324
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/25:50 am
OMA
- SFO
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Wed 5/68:55 am
SFO
- OMA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/14![Southwest logo]()
$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/97:16 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Mon 4/1311:02 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/14![United Airlines logo]()
$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:50 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop8h 09m
Delta
Mon 4/1310:55 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop8h 51m
Delta
Deal found 3/13![Delta logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/73:15 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Tue 4/141:25 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/14![Southwest logo]()
$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/175:22 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 4/196:32 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:19 am
DSM
- SAN
1 stop10h 01m
Delta
Wed 5/610:10 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop9h 36m
Delta
Deal found 3/15![Delta logo]()
$357
Last-minute flights from Iowa to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Iowa to California. Data last updated March 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Iowa to California. Data last updated March 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:30 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/269:39 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$201
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:30 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/34:00 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/303:02 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/29:36 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/17![Allegiant Air logo]()
$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/57:30 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/108:48 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/69:45 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/108:48 am
LAS
- DSM
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$198
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop21h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$196
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/161:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$175
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/244:29 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/248:49 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop28h 36m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop12h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16![Frontier logo]()
$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/241:45 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Fri 5/16:10 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13![Southwest logo]()
$199
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Thu 4/301:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:10 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Mon 5/48:15 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13![Southwest logo]()
$204
One-way flights from Iowa to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Iowa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Iowa to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:56 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 10m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$54
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1211:00 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$55
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:19 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop14h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/12![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop25h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/233:32 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$67
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:19 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop14h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/12![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:19 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/12![Frontier logo]()
$69
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1010:11 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/17![Allegiant Air logo]()
$70
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$72
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/68:19 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop14h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/14![Frontier logo]()
$73
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:52 pm
CID
- LAS
Nonstop3h 32m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop18h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16![Frontier logo]()
$75
Find flight deals from Iowa to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $165 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $54 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $373 |
Good round-trip deal | $223 or less |
Good one-way deal | $115 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesLas Vegas
DSM - LAS
DSMLAS
Des Moines
Fri 6/5
9:56 pm-11:06 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Thu 6/18
2:51 pm-7:46 pm
Nonstop2h 55m
$184
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Tue 4/14
6:30 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Fri 4/17
10:40 am-11:05 pm
2 stops10h 25m
$204
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Tue 4/14
6:31 pm-12:55 am
1 stop8h 24m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Fri 4/17
11:59 pm-10:16 am
1 stop8h 17m
$237
OmahaSan Diego
OMA - SAN
OMASAN
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 5/26
6:10 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop5h 35m
San Diego
Mon 6/1
5:55 pm-1:00 am
1 stop5h 05m
$257
OmahaSan Diego
OMA - SAN
OMASAN
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 4/8
5:05 pm-10:59 pm
1 stop7h 54m
San Diego
Wed 4/15
8:45 am-4:20 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$277
OmahaSan Diego
OMA - SAN
OMASAN
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 4/27
1:52 pm-8:12 pm
2 stops8h 20m
San Diego
Tue 5/5
12:40 pm-8:29 pm
1 stop5h 49m
$282
OmahaSan Diego
OMA - SAN
OMASAN
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 4/29
6:25 am-2:20 pm
1 stop9h 55m
San Diego
Sun 5/3
6:25 am-4:47 pm
1 stop8h 22m
$286
Des MoinesLos Angeles
DSM - LAX
DSMLAX
Des Moines
Tue 4/28
5:30 am-12:40 pm
1 stop9h 10m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 5/5
2:05 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$291
OmahaSan Diego
OMA - SAN
OMASAN
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Fri 5/1
5:55 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop7h 47m
San Diego
Sun 5/3
6:25 am-4:47 pm
1 stop8h 22m
$295
Cedar RapidsLas Vegas
CID - LAS
CIDLAS
Cedar Rapids
Wed 8/5
6:40 pm-11:53 pm
1 stop7h 13m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 8/10
3:57 pm-12:15 am
1 stop6h 18m
$299
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OMA-SFO
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USIA-USCA
DSM-LAS
OMA-LAS
OMA-SFO
DSM-LAX
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to California?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to California (average of $84). Flying from Iowa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $157). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IA to CA?
Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Iowa to California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 85% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from Iowa to California
Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
The most flights from USIA to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to California, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 17, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$88 | Average$158 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$100 | Average$249 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$118 | Average$376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$222 | Average$418 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$228 | Average$425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |