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$157+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Central America

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
ene. 14 — ene. 211
mié. 1/14
mié. 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Central America

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
sáb. 12/135:34 amDSM - PTY
1 stop13h 25mDelta
vie. 12/268:00 amPTY - DSM
1 stop15h 31mDelta
Deal found 12/13$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
lun. 12/296:46 pmDSM - PTY
2 stops21h 21mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/233:41 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops22h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$508
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
lun. 12/153:08 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 12mDelta
lun. 12/222:21 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/14$564
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/152:07 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/2211:32 amSJO - OMA
2 stops12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1710:00 amCID - SJO
1 stop12h 28mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/197:00 amSJO - CID
1 stop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/296:52 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops19h 48mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/153:49 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops19h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
jue. 12/185:45 amOMA - SJO
2 stops12h 31mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/208:45 amSJO - OMA
1 stop10h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$616
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
lun. 12/226:10 amOMA - SJO
1 stop12h 06mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/286:30 amSJO - OMA
1 stop12h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$663
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
dom. 12/142:56 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop21h 29mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/222:47 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops32h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$667
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/235:34 pmOMA - SAL
2 stops18h 41mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/283:43 pmSAL - OMA
2 stops17h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$675
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
vie. 12/191:55 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/248:45 amSJO - OMA
1 stop13h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$676
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/225:15 pmOMA - PTY
2 stops22h 52mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/298:55 amPTY - OMA
1 stop11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$678

Find flight deals from Iowa to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 15, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$157
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,475
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Central America 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Central America that are best for you.

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Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

jue. 1/22

2:58 pm-10:28 am

2 stops19h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

dom. 1/25

4:02 pm-10:19 am

2 stops18h 17m

$349

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 1/21

5:18 pm-5:45 am

2 stops12h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 2/3

6:55 am-6:54 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$362

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 1/26

6:06 am-1:19 pm

1 stop7h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 1/29

6:55 am-6:54 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$362

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 1/28

5:04 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops21h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 2/2

1:31 pm-10:24 am

2 stops20h 53m

$366

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 2/26

1:50 pm-5:45 am

2 stops15h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 3/6

6:55 am-6:54 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$366

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 1/25

5:18 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops22h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 2/24

3:00 am-11:09 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$366

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 2/1

5:18 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops22h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 2/24

3:00 am-11:09 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$366

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 1/21

1:50 pm-5:45 am

2 stops15h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 1/30

4:40 pm-12:44 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$366

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

mar. 1/27

8:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 2/3

8:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$390

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

dom. 2/1

5:21 am-11:43 pm

1 stop18h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/11

7:09 am-4:24 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$398

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Central America?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Central America (average of $277). Flying from Iowa to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Iowa to Central America at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Central America?

    Departing from Iowa to Central America will take you 12h 27m. The distance from Iowa to Central America is about 1967 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Central America one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Central America are United Airlines ($193), American Airlines ($231), and Delta ($259).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Central America that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Iowa to Central America flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Central America?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Iowa to Central America.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iowa to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Central America by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Central America?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Central America (average of $277). Flying from Iowa to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 Iowa to Central America

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Central America. 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$251Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$414Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$420Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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