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$177+ 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
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Cheap 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 julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$299
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$177
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$664
From Iowa to Central America
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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 julio 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
vie. 9/125:38 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop20h 07mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/197:27 amSJO - DSM
1 stop24h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
lun. 9/16:50 pmDSM - GUA
2 stops17h 31mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/311:15 amGUA - DSM
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$328
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/28:47 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops18h 29mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/63:05 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
dom. 10/265:25 amOMA - LIR
1 stop7h 35mDelta
jue. 10/301:05 pmLIR - OMA
1 stop9h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/30$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
dom. 11/162:50 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
jue. 11/207:00 amSJO - OMA
1 stop10h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/29$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/135:52 pmOMA - LIR
2 stops18h 57mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/3012:49 pmLIR - OMA
2 stops26h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
dom. 11/167:33 pmOMA - SJO
2 stops16h 36mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/206:00 amSJO - OMA
1 stop17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$390
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/306:02 amDSM - SAL
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
vie. 8/228:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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. 11/113:18 pmDSM - BZE
2 stops20h 50mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/184:21 pmBZE - DSM
2 stops19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mar. 8/196:15 amDSM - SAL
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
mié. 8/276:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$450
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
dom. 8/249:32 amOMA - BZE
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/3012:00 pmBZE - OMA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
dom. 10/126:15 amDSM - PTY
1 stop12h 22mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/2110:00 amPTY - DSM
1 stop12h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$461

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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 julio 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Central America that are best for you.

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Iowa

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Central America

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

vie. 9/12

5:38 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop20h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 9/19

7:27 am-9:04 am

1 stop24h 37m

$299

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

lun. 9/1

6:50 pm-11:21 am

2 stops17h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

vie. 10/3

11:15 am-8:29 am

1 stop20h 14m

$328

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

dom. 11/2

8:47 pm-3:16 pm

2 stops18h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/6

3:05 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$349

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 10/26

5:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Liberia

jue. 10/30

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$385

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

sáb. 9/13

5:52 pm-11:49 am

2 stops18h 57m

Liberia

mar. 9/30

12:49 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$389

Des MoinesBelize City

DSM - BZE

DSMBZE

Des Moines

mar. 11/11

3:18 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

mar. 11/18

4:21 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$408

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

sáb. 9/13

6:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 9/20

8:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$421

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

6:15 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 8/27

6:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$450

OmahaBelize City

OMA - BZE

OMABZE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 8/24

9:32 am-2:19 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

sáb. 8/30

12:00 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$455

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

vie. 9/12

5:11 am-5:57 pm

1 stop13h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 9/19

7:27 am-11:22 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$459

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/30

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Central America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated julio 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Iowa to Central America. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

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  • 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 American Airlines ($177), United Airlines ($263), and Alaska Airlines ($302).

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$251Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$369Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$426Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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