$54+ 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DSM
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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 March 6, 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 March 6, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/18:58 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop21h 16m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/3![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/278:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/6![Allegiant Air logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/19:21 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Mon 4/136:15 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Fri 4/248:49 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 3/146:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Sun 3/227:30 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$133
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/19:00 am
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 32m
American Airlines
Fri 4/33:12 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop4h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2![American Airlines logo]()
$139
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 4/107:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/2712:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$140
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/2712:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/272:04 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$141
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/104:26 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/133:32 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/26:00 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop12h 14m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/135:41 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Sat 3/2111:43 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$147
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 March 6, 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 March 6, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/28:20 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/86:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2611:59 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Thu 4/25:47 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 05m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 7/165:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 7/219:06 am
OMA
- SFO
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/1512:20 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 4/215:30 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4![Southwest logo]()
$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/2711:55 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Fri 5/11:45 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:24 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 5/117:20 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1![American Airlines logo]()
$406
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:59 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop16h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/107:00 am
OMA
- ONT
1 stop28h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$408
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/255:05 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Sat 4/182:10 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/1511:05 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Wed 4/225:30 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4![Southwest logo]()
$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Tue 3/3110:31 am
SFO
- OMA
2 stops11h 17m
Delta
Tue 4/78:30 am
OMA
- SFO
2 stops12h 14m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/118:45 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 4/153:04 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop8h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2![United Airlines logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/316:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Tue 4/76:55 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1![Southwest logo]()
$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/164:10 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop5h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 5/191:50 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2![United Airlines logo]()
$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 6/34:53 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 06m
Delta
Mon 6/82:00 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop10h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$339
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/238:34 pm
SNA
- OMA
1 stop14h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/282:17 pm
OMA
- SNA
1 stop7h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$412
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 4/119:46 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 01m
Delta
Mon 4/135:55 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop8h 04m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/2011:25 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop10h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/273:35 pm
OMA
- SFO
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 6/56:45 pm
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 6/91:48 pm
OMA
- SFO
2 stops9h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 4/116:15 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop7h 27m
Delta
Mon 4/135:45 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop7h 21m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/247:59 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop16h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/277:00 am
OMA
- ONT
1 stop28h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$428
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:25 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Fri 4/244:35 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 6/45:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 6/97:38 am
OMA
- SFO
Nonstop3h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 3/3010:30 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop10h 18m
Delta
Tue 4/74:25 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop9h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/2411:28 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop6h 59m
United Airlines
Wed 3/251:30 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops8h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/3![United Airlines logo]()
$365
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:10 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Sat 4/182:10 pm
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1![Southwest logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:20 am
SAN
- DSM
2 stops7h 55m
United Airlines
Fri 4/175:17 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops8h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/41:35 pm
SNA
- OMA
1 stop8h 13m
Delta
Sun 4/56:49 am
OMA
- SNA
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Thu 4/98:45 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 4/165:17 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4![United Airlines logo]()
$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/112:50 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Wed 4/83:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 3/3111:56 am
SNA
- OMA
1 stop10h 15m
Delta
Sun 4/56:49 am
OMA
- SNA
1 stop7h 58m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$388
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated March 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated March 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/135:41 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Sat 3/2111:43 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 3/146:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Sun 3/227:30 am
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/18:58 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop21h 16m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/3![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/19:21 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$133
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/19:00 am
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 32m
American Airlines
Fri 4/33:12 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop4h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2![American Airlines logo]()
$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/26:00 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop12h 14m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 4/107:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/2712:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$140
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/104:26 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/133:32 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Mon 4/136:15 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Fri 4/248:49 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/278:15 pm
DSM
- LAS
Nonstop3h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/6![Allegiant Air logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/272:04 pm
DSM
- LAS
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$141
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/247:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/2712:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$141
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 March 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 6, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/231:06 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/3![Allegiant Air logo]()
$54
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 6/43:16 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/3![Allegiant Air logo]()
$55
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/17:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$60
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/146:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/18:58 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop21h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Fri 5/14:29 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:15 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$68
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:11 pm
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$70
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/19:00 am
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2![American Airlines logo]()
$70
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/19:21 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/3![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/26:15 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/3![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 6/38:00 am
LAS
- DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$71
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 March 6, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $126 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $54 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $358 |
Good round-trip deal | $190 or less |
Good one-way deal | $132 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 March 6, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 4/2
8:20 am-3:40 pm
1 stop5h 20m
Des Moines
Wed 4/8
6:30 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$159
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 4/15
12:20 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Des Moines
Tue 4/21
5:30 am-12:40 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$179
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 4/27
11:55 pm-11:25 am
1 stop9h 30m
Des Moines
Fri 5/1
1:45 pm-5:35 pm
1 stop5h 50m
$184
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 3/25
5:05 am-1:15 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Des Moines
Sat 4/18
2:10 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$184
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 4/15
11:05 am-9:15 pm
2 stops8h 10m
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
5:30 am-12:40 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$184
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Tue 3/31
6:30 am-2:55 pm
1 stop6h 25m
Des Moines
Tue 4/7
6:55 am-1:20 pm
2 stops8h 25m
$234
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Thu 3/26
11:59 pm-10:09 am
1 stop8h 10m
Des Moines
Thu 4/2
5:47 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop8h 05m
$237
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Mon 4/20
11:25 pm-11:45 am
1 stop10h 20m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 4/27
3:35 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$260
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Fri 4/24
5:25 am-12:55 pm
1 stop5h 30m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Fri 4/24
4:35 pm-12:20 am
1 stop9h 45m
$269
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Fri 4/10
6:10 am-1:10 pm
1 stop5h 00m
Des Moines
Sat 4/18
2:10 pm-8:30 pm
2 stops8h 20m
$287
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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 $75). Flying from California to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 March 6, 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.
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 March 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$69 | Average$181 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$95 | Average$266 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$490 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$238 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$533 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |