$77+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Sep 1 — Sep 81
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 August 2, 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 August 2, 2026.
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Thu 9/32:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop20h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$174
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/53:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Mon 9/72:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop20h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Mon 9/287:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$188
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Fri 10/27:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop22h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/109:03 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop16h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/149:27 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop21h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$193
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/179:03 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop16h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/217:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$194
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Wed 9/307:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$195
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Mon 9/287:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop22h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Wed 9/307:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/241:24 pm
BUR
- OMA
1 stop24h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/289:33 pm
OMA
- BUR
1 stop17h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 11/136:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop11h 21m
Frontier
Sun 11/158:41 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop21h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$203
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.
Sat 9/124:54 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop15h 50m
Frontier
Sun 9/2711:29 am
DSM
- SAN
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$205
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 August 2, 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 August 2, 2026.
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:15 pm
SAN
- OMA
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/304:30 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$227
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.
Fri 9/42:24 pm
SAN
- OMA
2 stops7h 18m
United Airlines
Mon 9/76:00 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$267
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:00 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Sat 8/291:47 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop8h 29m
Delta
Deal found 7/28![Delta logo]()
$273
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2811:58 pm
SFO
- CID
2 stops31h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/210:12 pm
CID
- SFO
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$340
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/69:05 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop20h 10m
Frontier
Tue 8/118:15 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop5h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$345
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.
Sun 9/67:24 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop9h 49m
American Airlines
Sat 9/195:30 am
DSM
- SAN
1 stop5h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/28![American Airlines logo]()
$356
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/137:03 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop14h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/186:03 am
OMA
- SFO
2 stops13h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$406
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Mon 9/216:30 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28![Southwest logo]()
$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/192:00 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Tue 8/258:05 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop7h 11m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$287
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:35 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Mon 9/76:00 pm
OMA
- SAN
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$268
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.
Thu 11/129:12 am
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 11/153:43 pm
OMA
- SFO
Nonstop3h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2611:30 am
SAN
- OMA
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Sat 8/291:20 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28![Southwest logo]()
$278
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.
Thu 10/11:24 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 10/53:04 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop8h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/226:13 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop8h 44m
Delta
Mon 8/245:50 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop6h 09m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$339
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/133:20 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Mon 8/172:15 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 10/1411:59 pm
LAX
- CID
1 stop8h 13m
Delta
Thu 10/225:05 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$341
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.
Fri 9/1112:50 pm
LAX
- CID
1 stop6h 03m
United Airlines
Sun 9/135:30 am
CID
- LAX
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$341
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/153:03 pm
SFO
- OMA
2 stops21h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/193:19 pm
OMA
- SFO
2 stops19h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$420
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/132:25 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Fri 8/142:15 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$292
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.
Sat 10/106:00 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop8h 23m
Delta
Tue 10/135:05 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/30![Delta logo]()
$343
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.
Wed 8/262:20 pm
SFO
- CID
1 stop7h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 8/296:00 am
CID
- SFO
1 stop7h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/296:55 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Sat 8/293:50 pm
OMA
- SAN
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/31![Southwest logo]()
$297
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2012:45 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop9h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/267:02 am
OMA
- LAX
2 stops15h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/410:40 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Sat 9/1211:31 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 44m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/2712:35 am
SFO
- CID
1 stop7h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 8/316:07 pm
CID
- SFO
1 stop6h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/315:10 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Tue 11/36:00 am
DSM
- SFO
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$301
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.
Tue 9/224:55 pm
BUR
- OMA
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Fri 9/255:50 pm
OMA
- BUR
1 stop6h 01m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$355
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/248:53 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop15h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/43:18 pm
OMA
- SFO
2 stops9h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$475
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:00 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Sat 10/37:00 am
DSM
- SFO
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28![Southwest logo]()
$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 11/69:12 am
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 11/83:43 pm
OMA
- SFO
Nonstop3h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1![United Airlines logo]()
$374
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated August 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated August 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
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.
Wed 8/266:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop27h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/27:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$209
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.
Wed 8/266:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop27h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$211
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Thu 9/32:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop20h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Mon 9/287:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:27 pm
LAX
- CID
1 stop18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:00 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/273:38 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/318:54 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop15h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$210
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Fri 9/42:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$210
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Fri 10/27:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop22h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$192
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Wed 9/307:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$195
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Sat 10/37:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$198
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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/289:33 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$205
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Fri 10/27:29 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31![Frontier logo]()
$208
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 August 2, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 2, 2026.
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:04 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 10/19:03 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop22h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$87
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.
Thu 10/12:50 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop18h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$87
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/159:43 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop22h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$92
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:45 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop19h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$94
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:27 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop19h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$94
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1310:10 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$95
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop10h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$96
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.
Tue 9/295:20 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Fri 10/306:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1![Frontier logo]()
$97
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 August 2, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $174 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $77 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $392 |
Good round-trip deal | $142 or less |
Good one-way deal | $77 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 August 2, 2026.
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San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Sat 8/29
12:15 pm-5:25 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 9/30
4:30 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop6h 25m
$227
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 9/17
6:45 pm-11:50 pm
Nonstop3h 05m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 9/21
6:30 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop4h 45m
$264
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Fri 9/4
2:24 pm-11:42 pm
2 stops7h 18m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 9/7
6:00 am-9:05 am
1 stop5h 05m
$267
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Sat 9/5
6:35 am-3:10 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 9/7
6:00 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
$268
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 8/26
2:00 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 59m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 8/29
1:47 pm-8:16 pm
1 stop8h 29m
$273
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 8/26
11:30 am-9:00 pm
2 stops7h 30m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 8/29
1:20 pm-4:15 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$278
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 8/19
2:00 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 59m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 8/25
8:05 am-1:16 pm
1 stop7h 11m
$287
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 8/13
3:20 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 8/17
2:15 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops9h 40m
$292
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 8/13
2:25 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Fri 8/14
2:15 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops9h 40m
$292
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Sat 8/29
6:55 am-1:40 pm
1 stop4h 45m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 8/29
3:50 pm-5:10 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
$297
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Best time to book a flight from California to Iowa
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Iowa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $365). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $485). 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 2, 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Iowa?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to Iowa flights typically cost between $344 and $472 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $286 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 3-Sep 6).
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Iowa?
The best time to book flights from California to Iowa is 59 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.
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 2, 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.
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Iowa. 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 August 2, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$62 | Average$192 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$322 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$450 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$504 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$510 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$478 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |