$68+ 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 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Apr 10 — Apr 171
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 11, 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 11, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/177:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/2712:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$138
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 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/87:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/1812:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/177:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/208:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop28h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$150
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 4/107:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop28h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/37:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/612:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$153
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 4/89:21 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$157
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 4/107:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop18h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:00 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop12h 04m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop28h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$159
This American Airlines 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 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
Sat 4/116:56 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6![American Airlines logo]()
$159
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 11, 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 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/112:20 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Fri 5/151:45 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/176:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop11h 39m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:58 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1411:45 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 30m
Delta
Tue 8/186:30 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 42m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/186:35 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 49m
United Airlines
Mon 6/295:27 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1910:13 am
LAX
- CID
2 stops7h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 5/2712:40 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7![American Airlines logo]()
$353
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2411:00 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop10h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/257:00 am
OMA
- LAX
1 stop10h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:30 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Sat 4/1812:45 pm
OMA
- SAN
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:20 am
SAN
- OMA
2 stops8h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 4/215:22 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$242
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 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.
Fri 8/76:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Mon 8/1012:27 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop8h 08m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/38:55 am
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 9/66:00 am
OMA
- SFO
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/259:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Tue 3/311:55 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/166:20 am
SAN
- OMA
2 stops8h 04m
United Airlines
Fri 7/175:27 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7![United Airlines logo]()
$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2210:00 pm
LAX
- CID
2 stops11h 51m
Delta
Wed 4/294:22 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/134:20 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Sat 4/181:15 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/161:28 pm
SFO
- DSM
1 stop8h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 4/1812:03 pm
DSM
- SFO
2 stops9h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10![American Airlines logo]()
$384
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sun 4/56:35 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Wed 4/812:35 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops11h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$273
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.
Thu 4/166:00 am
LAS
- OMA
2 stops15h 48m
Delta
Tue 4/215:55 pm
OMA
- LAS
2 stops26h 33m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$331
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.
Tue 4/2111:15 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop24h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/232:59 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop8h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/47:00 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop5h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 6/612:34 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop8h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9![United Airlines logo]()
$312
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.
Fri 4/176:00 am
LAS
- OMA
2 stops15h 48m
Delta
Tue 4/218:10 am
OMA
- LAS
2 stops16h 31m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$331
This Alaska Airlines 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 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 3/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/277:00 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 8/25:50 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$312
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/811:59 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop7h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 5/117:20 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5![American Airlines logo]()
$416
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/16:35 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$292
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 4/219:35 pm
LAX
- CID
2 stops12h 16m
Delta
Sat 4/2512:34 pm
CID
- LAX
2 stops13h 17m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:00 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop5h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 6/95:30 am
CID
- LAX
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10![United Airlines logo]()
$315
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/307:00 am
ONT
- OMA
2 stops14h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/57:00 am
OMA
- ONT
1 stop9h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$449
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1312:20 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/166:40 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/244:07 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 6/286:00 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$317
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated March 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated March 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$138
This American Airlines 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 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
Sat 4/116:56 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6![American Airlines logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop28h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$152
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/29:00 am
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 32m
American Airlines
Wed 4/86:56 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6![American Airlines logo]()
$160
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/37:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/612:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$153
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 4/89:21 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5![Frontier logo]()
$157
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 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 4/107:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/138:59 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop20h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$151
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 4/107:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop18h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$158
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/177:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Mon 4/2712:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/177:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/208:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop28h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:00 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop12h 04m
Frontier
Mon 4/208:58 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop28h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/7![Frontier logo]()
$159
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 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
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 Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/56:35 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 44m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/6![Allegiant Air logo]()
$75
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/96:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop11h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$79
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 5/87:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/5![Allegiant Air logo]()
$80
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/612:50 pm
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6![American Airlines logo]()
$80
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/712:50 pm
LAX
- DSM
Nonstop3h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9![American Airlines logo]()
$81
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop11h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/6![Allegiant Air logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/46:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/88:58 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop21h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Kiwi.com 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 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
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 4/2410:40 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$85
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 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $123 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $68 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $390 |
Good round-trip deal | $297 or less |
Good one-way deal | $132 or less |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Mon 5/11
2:20 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Des Moines
Fri 5/15
1:45 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop8h 20m
$199
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 4/15
6:30 am-1:25 pm
1 stop4h 55m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 4/18
12:45 pm-2:05 pm
Nonstop3h 20m
$209
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Fri 4/17
6:25 am-8:04 pm
1 stop11h 39m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 4/20
8:58 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 01m
$210
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Fri 8/14
11:45 pm-10:15 am
1 stop8h 30m
Des Moines
Tue 8/18
6:30 pm-12:12 am
1 stop7h 42m
$217
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 6/18
6:35 am-4:24 pm
1 stop7h 49m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 6/29
5:27 pm-8:46 pm
1 stop5h 19m
$237
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 4/16
6:20 am-4:20 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 4/21
5:22 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop6h 08m
$242
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
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Wed 3/25
9:30 am-5:45 pm
1 stop6h 15m
Des Moines
Tue 3/31
1:55 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop11h 00m
$263
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Mon 4/13
4:20 pm-1:00 am
1 stop6h 40m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 4/18
1:15 pm-5:50 pm
2 stops6h 35m
$273
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Sun 4/5
6:35 pm-1:40 am
1 stop5h 05m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 4/8
12:35 pm-9:40 pm
2 stops11h 05m
$273
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LAX-DSM
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Iowa
USCA-USIA
LAS-OMA
LAX-OMA
LAX-DSM
SAN-OMA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Iowa?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $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 11, 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 March 11, 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).
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 11, 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
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$50 | Average$162 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$95 | Average$255 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$221 | Average$451 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$238 | Average$437 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$509 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |