$77+ Cheap flights from California to Iowa
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Oct 4 — Oct 111
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 September 4, 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 September 4, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/106:25 am -
1 stop11h 41m
Sat 10/178:51 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 9/231:50 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Tue 9/296:40 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/249:03 pm -
1 stop16h 32m
Mon 9/289:33 pm -
1 stop21h 26m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$189
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/134:53 pm -
1 stop24h 34m
Sat 10/178:51 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/306:25 am -
1 stop10h 09m
Fri 10/27:29 pm -
1 stop22h 29m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Tue 10/134:53 pm -
1 stop24h 34m
Fri 10/1610:34 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/2911:31 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Mon 11/29:11 pm -
1 stop14h 08m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sat 10/106:25 am -
1 stop11h 41m
Mon 10/128:59 pm -
1 stop20h 59m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$209
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1412:00 pm -
1 stop5h 27m
Wed 10/218:22 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/237:04 pm -
1 stop15h 08m
Wed 9/307:29 pm -
1 stop6h 22m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$214
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:04 am -
1 stop10h 30m
Sat 10/37:29 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$216
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:53 pm -
1 stop25h 21m
Sat 10/108:51 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$219
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 September 4, 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 September 4, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sun 11/810:00 pm -
1 stop9h 46m
Thu 11/121:48 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 8/30![Delta logo]()
$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sat 10/102:25 pm -
Nonstop3h 15m
Sat 10/173:45 pm -
Nonstop3h 25m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/108:45 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Sat 10/176:00 am -
2 stops8h 18m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2212:54 pm -
1 stop5h 55m
Sun 9/277:53 pm -
1 stop6h 02m
Deal found 8/30![American Airlines logo]()
$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:00 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Mon 11/28:30 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/223:40 pm -
1 stop6h 00m
Thu 10/296:10 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sat 11/711:41 am -
2 stops9h 19m
Sat 11/145:15 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Delta logo]()
$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Wed 11/47:00 am -
1 stop5h 25m
Sat 11/78:03 am -
1 stop9h 26m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/11:50 pm -
1 stop7h 43m
Sun 10/47:53 pm -
1 stop6h 02m
Deal found 8/30![American Airlines logo]()
$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Fri 10/212:05 pm -
2 stops8h 05m
Sat 10/32:30 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Thu 10/13:20 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Sun 10/45:50 am -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/296:20 am -
2 stops8h 05m
Sat 10/311:02 pm -
1 stop7h 37m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sun 11/2211:34 pm -
1 stop8h 00m
Fri 11/276:51 pm -
1 stop7h 56m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Thu 12/101:41 pm -
2 stops7h 28m
Sun 12/135:05 am -
1 stop9h 36m
Deal found 9/1![Delta logo]()
$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Wed 11/1812:45 pm -
1 stop5h 51m
Sat 11/211:27 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/16:35 pm -
Nonstop3h 24m
Mon 10/57:00 am -
Nonstop3h 44m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Tue 10/208:20 am -
1 stop7h 30m
Sat 10/245:55 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/306:23 am -
2 stops8h 34m
Sat 10/36:26 am -
1 stop9h 40m
Deal found 9/1![Delta logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 10/166:35 pm -
Nonstop3h 24m
Tue 10/207:00 am -
Nonstop3h 44m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 10/177:40 am -
2 stops7h 35m
Sat 10/245:55 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:10 am -
1 stop7h 29m
Sat 9/1912:10 pm -
1 stop7h 36m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$401
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/203:58 pm -
1 stop6h 19m
Thu 9/246:22 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$442
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 10/36:35 pm -
Nonstop3h 24m
Sun 10/47:00 am -
Nonstop3h 44m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Sat 9/266:40 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Mon 10/57:10 pm -
2 stops7h 35m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3012:30 am -
1 stop9h 08m
Sat 10/105:03 pm -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 8/31![American Airlines logo]()
$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 10/26:35 pm -
Nonstop3h 24m
Mon 10/57:00 pm -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Tue 10/2010:55 pm -
1 stop8h 47m
Wed 10/217:51 pm -
1 stop6h 07m
Deal found 8/30![Delta logo]()
$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/309:25 am -
2 stops9h 40m
Mon 10/57:10 pm -
2 stops7h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/236:35 pm -
Nonstop3h 24m
Mon 10/266:43 pm -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 8/31![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Fri 10/210:50 pm -
2 stops10h 32m
Mon 10/56:39 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Deal found 8/30![Delta logo]()
$449
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated September 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated September 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 9/231:50 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Tue 9/296:40 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/237:04 pm -
1 stop15h 08m
Wed 9/307:29 pm -
1 stop6h 22m
Deal found 8/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/249:03 pm -
1 stop16h 32m
Mon 9/289:33 pm -
1 stop21h 26m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/306:25 am -
1 stop10h 09m
Fri 10/27:29 pm -
1 stop22h 29m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:04 am -
1 stop10h 30m
Sat 10/37:29 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$216
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:53 pm -
1 stop25h 21m
Sat 10/108:51 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$219
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/106:25 am -
1 stop11h 41m
Sat 10/178:51 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sat 10/106:25 am -
1 stop11h 41m
Mon 10/128:59 pm -
1 stop20h 59m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$209
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/134:53 pm -
1 stop24h 34m
Sat 10/178:51 pm -
1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Tue 10/134:53 pm -
1 stop24h 34m
Fri 10/1610:34 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$202
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1412:00 pm -
1 stop5h 27m
Wed 10/218:22 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/2911:31 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Mon 11/29:11 pm -
1 stop14h 08m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$205
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 September 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 9/295:20 pm -
1 stop18h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/2911:31 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$78
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 12/39:59 pm -
1 stop19h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$79
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3011:58 am -
Nonstop3h 38m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![American Airlines logo]()
$79
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Fri 10/24:54 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 10/65:20 pm -
1 stop18h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/306:05 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/306:25 am -
1 stop10h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 9/294:54 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sat 10/36:05 am -
1 stop10h 29m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 10/316:15 am -
1 stop11h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/52:31 pm -
1 stop27h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$87
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 September 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $174 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $77 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $357 |
Good round-trip deal | $210 or less |
Good one-way deal | $109 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX Los Angeles - DSM Des Moines
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Tue 10/6
5:20 pm-1:52 pm
1 stop18h 32m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$82
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX Los Angeles - DSM Des Moines
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Wed 9/30
9:25 am-5:45 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$89
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO San Francisco - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
6:04 am-6:34 pm
1 stop10h 30m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$110
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Mon 11/2
2:30 pm-11:11 pm
2 stops6h 41m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$124
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Sat 10/3
2:25 pm-7:35 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$132
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 1/21
6:15 am-5:06 pm
1 stop8h 51m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$137
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 3/3
3:10 pm-11:06 pm
1 stop5h 56m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$137
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Tue 3/2
8:50 am-4:09 pm
1 stop5h 19m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$137
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Tue 1/19
3:10 pm-11:06 pm
1 stop5h 56m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$137
San DiegoOmaha
SAN San Diego - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
SANOMA
San Diego
Sat 10/31
6:45 am-7:49 pm
2 stops11h 04m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$142
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Best time to book a flight from California to Iowa
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USCA-USIA
SAN-OMA
SFO-DSM
SJC-CID
LAX-CID
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 $370). 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 September 4, 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 September 4, 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?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
California to Iowa flights typically cost between $295 and $397 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $177 on Southwest (Sep 23-Sep 29).
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Iowa?
The best time to book flights from California to Iowa is 44 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 September 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air 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
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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Top 7 airlines flying from California to Iowa
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$70 | Average$193 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$319 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$415 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$500 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$519 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$482 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$224 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |