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$89+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Iowa City, IA

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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CID
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Iowa City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to Iowa City flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(Frontier)

One-way from

$89
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$471
From Los Angeles to Iowa City
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Iowa City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Fri 11/148:26 pmCID - LAX
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Fri 11/148:26 pmCID - LAX
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$190
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1010:21 amLAX - CID
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Fri 10/178:21 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$194
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:35 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Mon 10/68:16 pmCID - LAX
2 stops18h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/296:35 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Fri 10/38:16 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$211
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 42mFrontier
Sun 10/198:38 pmCID - LAX
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Fri 10/178:21 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$232
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Sun 10/128:38 pmCID - LAX
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Mon 10/278:21 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/212:27 pmLAX - CID
1 stop26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/279:01 pmCID - LAX
1 stop24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/36:44 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/117:22 pmCID - LAX
1 stop24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$253

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City that are best for you.

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Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

5:44 am-6:36 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/14

8:26 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 59m

$190

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Fri 11/14

6:44 am-7:36 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/17

8:26 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops17h 59m

$207

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

6:35 am-7:31 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/3

8:16 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 11m

$211

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

6:44 am-6:11 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/17

8:21 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 04m

$232

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

10:21 am-6:11 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/12

8:38 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 47m

$264

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

12:34 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 10/22

3:15 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$275

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

1:04 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/14

8:50 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$275

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

6:44 am-7:26 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/12

8:38 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 47m

$275

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

3:23 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

5:54 am-2:23 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$277

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

11:19 am-10:34 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

4:22 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City (average of $305). Flying from Los Angeles to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 LAX to IO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Iowa City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Iowa City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Iowa City flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa City. 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 Iowa City. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Los Angeles to Iowa City. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
699 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City. 5 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Iowa City per day.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Iowa City flight route?

    This flight path from Los Angeles to Iowa City was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

    Airlines like Frontier fly from Los Angeles to Iowa City in about 10h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Los Angeles and Iowa City are separated by a distance of 1546 mi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Iowa City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Iowa City 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 Los Angeles to Iowa City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa City (average of $305). Flying from Los Angeles to Iowa City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Iowa City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Iowa City. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$79Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$146Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$253Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$282Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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