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$80+ Cheap flights from California to Iowa

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LAX — DSM
Aug 12 — Aug 191
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Cheap flight deals from California to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$402

Good round-trip deal

$104 or less

Good one-way deal

$64 or less
From California to Iowa
One-way flight from California to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Iowa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Iowa.

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Cheapest flights from California to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 11/16:15 amSAN - OMA
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/82:38 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/6$159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 11/103:05 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/146:00 amOMA - SAN
1 stop10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/6$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/245:55 amSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 9/297:40 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/6$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/86:20 amSAN - OMA
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Thu 9/116:25 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 8/7$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/312:45 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/107:10 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/4$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 10/25:40 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sat 10/44:00 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/6$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 8/292:57 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:19 amOMA - SAN
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/6$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/155:15 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Tue 9/236:30 amDSM - LAX
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/6$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Tue 8/126:25 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Sat 8/167:51 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/5$198
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Mon 10/66:35 amLAX - OMA
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Mon 10/208:59 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Deal found 8/7$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 9/45:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Thu 9/113:00 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/5$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Thu 8/217:01 pmSAN - CID
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2512:06 pmCID - SAN
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$199

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Iowa 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 August 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Sat 11/1

6:15 am-2:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 11/8

2:38 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$159

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Mon 11/10

3:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$177

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

5:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/29

7:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$181

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Mon 9/8

6:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/11

6:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$183

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

12:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/10

7:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$194

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Thu 10/2

5:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/4

4:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$194

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Fri 8/29

2:57 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/31

6:19 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$195

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

5:15 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

6:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop5h 25m

$197

Los AngelesOmaha

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

Mon 10/6

6:35 am-1:21 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/20

8:59 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 26m

$198

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Thu 8/21

7:01 pm-11:16 am

1 stop14h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 8/25

12:06 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$199

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 CA to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Iowa as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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. Reviews last updated August 7, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Iowa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Iowa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$79Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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