$63+ Cheap flights from California to Iowa
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 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
May 9 — May 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to IowaExplore 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 April 9, 2026.
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 April 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:59 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop16h 59m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$135
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:25 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop23h 26m
Frontier
Sun 5/101:51 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop20h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/210:07 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop12h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:56 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop25h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$192
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:59 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop16h 59m
Frontier
Thu 5/78:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/310:07 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop20h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:56 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop25h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:15 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop4h 54m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop14h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:59 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop17h 14m
Frontier
Fri 4/248:49 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$205
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:25 am
SAN
- CID
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Fri 5/12:36 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$206
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2711:03 am
SMF
- OMA
1 stop7h 10m
Frontier
Thu 4/308:58 pm
OMA
- SMF
1 stop16h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/199:59 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$208
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:56 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop28h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2710:50 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Sat 5/308:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$210
Best flights from California to IowaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to Iowa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to Iowa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 9, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Sat 5/2310:50 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Wed 5/278:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Sat 5/94:25 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/5![Delta logo]()
$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/94:04 pm
ONT
- DSM
1 stop23h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
- ONT
1 stop21h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 7/147:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Tue 7/216:25 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/6![Southwest logo]()
$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:55 am
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 8/237:00 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop5h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:52 pm
SMF
- OMA
1 stop9h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/72:59 pm
OMA
- SMF
1 stop9h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 5/712:50 pm
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 5/106:56 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8![American Airlines logo]()
$375
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/410:50 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Sun 6/78:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 5/76:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1011:00 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop24h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:55 am
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 9/143:25 pm
OMA
- SFO
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mon 5/46:30 am
SJC
- OMA
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/118:10 pm
OMA
- SJC
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/4![Southwest logo]()
$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 5/79:59 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop14h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Sat 6/134:20 pm
SJC
- OMA
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Wed 7/16:00 am
OMA
- SJC
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/6![Southwest logo]()
$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:35 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 6/235:17 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5![United Airlines logo]()
$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2210:40 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop8h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:22 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/5![American Airlines logo]()
$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/110:10 pm
SAN
- CID
2 stops11h 41m
Delta
Mon 5/44:22 pm
CID
- SAN
2 stops9h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/8![Delta logo]()
$399
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:55 pm
SMF
- OMA
2 stops21h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/117:00 am
OMA
- SMF
1 stop9h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$400
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Wed 5/62:10 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 5/136:10 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/7![Southwest logo]()
$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/136:00 am
SJC
- OMA
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Wed 6/175:50 pm
OMA
- SJC
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 4/7![Delta logo]()
$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/95:05 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop7h 12m
United Airlines
Sun 7/127:38 am
OMA
- SFO
Nonstop3h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5![United Airlines logo]()
$365
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/169:35 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Mon 7/202:16 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop12h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Tue 6/26:35 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Tue 6/93:45 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/7![Southwest logo]()
$342
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:40 am
SFO
- OMA
2 stops14h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:00 am
OMA
- SFO
1 stop9h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:56 pm
SJC
- OMA
1 stop7h 33m
United Airlines
Wed 5/61:50 pm
OMA
- SJC
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4![United Airlines logo]()
$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/1312:40 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 32m
Delta
Mon 5/1810:26 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 34m
Delta
Deal found 4/8![Delta logo]()
$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3011:43 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop21h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/312:11 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop9h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$415
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Fri 5/153:25 pm
SJC
- OMA
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Mon 5/185:40 am
OMA
- SJC
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/5![Southwest logo]()
$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 5/79:30 am
LAX
- OMA
Nonstop3h 21m
American Airlines
Mon 5/117:20 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop6h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8![American Airlines logo]()
$464
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/199:35 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop19h 59m
Frontier
Mon 6/228:19 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop17h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$426
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1512:40 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop9h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/2211:40 am
CID
- SAN
1 stop7h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$431
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated April 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated April 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:59 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop17h 14m
Frontier
Fri 4/248:49 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$205
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2311:56 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop6h 17m
Frontier
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop28h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:33 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop24h 31m
Frontier
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop4h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:25 am
SAN
- CID
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Fri 5/12:36 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$206
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2711:03 am
SMF
- OMA
1 stop7h 10m
Frontier
Thu 4/308:58 pm
OMA
- SMF
1 stop16h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:25 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop23h 26m
Frontier
Sun 5/101:51 pm
CID
- SAN
1 stop20h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Thu 4/3012:59 am
ONT
- DSM
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- ONT
1 stop5h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5![Frontier logo]()
$210
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:15 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop4h 54m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop14h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5![Frontier logo]()
$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:59 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop16h 59m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$135
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:59 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop16h 59m
Frontier
Thu 5/78:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/199:59 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/272:16 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$208
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2710:50 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Sat 5/308:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$210
One-way flights from California to IowaSearch for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/294:17 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop25h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4![Frontier logo]()
$78
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:15 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop4h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Wed 5/274:39 pm
ONT
- DSM
1 stop26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$83
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/238:56 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop8h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Sun 5/106:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/106:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$86
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:25 pm
SAN
- CID
1 stop23h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/8![Frontier logo]()
$92
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:44 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop20h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6![Frontier logo]()
$92
Find flight deals from California to Iowa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated April 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $135 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $63 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $384 |
Good round-trip deal | $172 or less |
Good one-way deal | $175 or less |
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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 April 9, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
OntarioOmaha
ONT - OMA
ONTOMA
Ontario
Sat 5/23
10:50 am-7:34 pm
1 stop6h 44m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 5/27
8:19 pm-11:49 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$250
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Sat 5/2
6:00 am-5:02 pm
1 stop9h 02m
Des Moines
Sat 5/9
4:25 pm-9:01 pm
1 stop6h 36m
$251
OntarioOmaha
ONT - OMA
ONTOMA
Ontario
Thu 6/4
10:50 am-7:34 pm
1 stop6h 44m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 6/7
8:19 pm-10:05 am
1 stop15h 46m
$261
OntarioDes Moines
ONT - DSM
ONTDSM
Ontario
Sat 5/9
4:04 pm-6:01 pm
1 stop23h 57m
Des Moines
Mon 5/11
2:16 pm-10:05 am
1 stop21h 49m
$271
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Thu 5/7
6:30 am-6:01 pm
1 stop9h 31m
Des Moines
Sun 5/10
11:00 am-9:03 am
1 stop24h 03m
$277
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Tue 7/14
7:55 am-3:05 pm
1 stop5h 10m
Des Moines
Tue 7/21
6:25 am-9:40 am
1 stop5h 15m
$305
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Fri 8/21
8:55 am-2:22 pm
Nonstop3h 27m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 8/23
7:00 pm-10:56 pm
1 stop5h 56m
$319
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Wed 9/9
8:55 am-2:22 pm
Nonstop3h 27m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 9/14
3:25 pm-5:09 pm
Nonstop3h 44m
$329
San JoseOmaha
SJC - OMA
SJCOMA
San Jose
Mon 5/4
6:30 am-3:35 pm
2 stops7h 05m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 5/11
8:10 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop5h 45m
$336
Los AngelesOmaha
LAX - OMA
LAXOMA
Los Angeles
Thu 5/7
9:59 pm-11:44 am
1 stop11h 45m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 5/10
8:19 pm-8:35 am
1 stop14h 16m
$336
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LAX-DSM
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SFO-OMA
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Iowa
USCA-USIA
ONT-OMA
LAX-DSM
ONT-DSM
SFO-OMA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Iowa?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $73). Flying from California to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 April 9, 2026.
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.
Weekly flight availability from California to Iowa
Explore weekly flight availability from California to Iowa. 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 April 9, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to USIA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Iowa?
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 April 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from California to Iowa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$49 | Average$162 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$130 | Average$276 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$387 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$454 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$497 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |