$51+ 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
May 17 — May 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to IowaExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Wed 6/38:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$124
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/44:05 pm
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 42m
Allegiant Air
Mon 9/79:17 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop3h 03m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$125
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/79:37 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
Mon 5/412:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/78:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/68:59 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 35m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Mon 6/87:56 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop23h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/12![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/36:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Wed 6/108:15 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/36:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Fri 6/58:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop23h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/86:25 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/246:30 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 46m
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/2712:11 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 53m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/17![Allegiant Air logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/236:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Tue 5/268:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$167
Best flights from California to IowaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to Iowa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to Iowa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/22:14 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Sun 5/36:00 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13![United Airlines logo]()
$272
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/98:55 am
SNA
- OMA
1 stop8h 39m
Frontier
Thu 7/168:19 pm
OMA
- SNA
1 stop13h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/126:55 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Sat 6/134:45 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17![Southwest logo]()
$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/75:00 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 06m
Delta
Mon 9/2112:27 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop8h 08m
Delta
Deal found 4/16![Delta logo]()
$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Sat 5/162:04 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 5/231:48 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop9h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/17![American Airlines logo]()
$352
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:54 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop9h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:00 am
OMA
- LAX
1 stop9h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/2410:30 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop9h 13m
Delta
Mon 7/275:50 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop5h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/16![Delta logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/126:35 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Tue 5/195:30 am
DSM
- SAN
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/12![Southwest logo]()
$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/68:47 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 28m
United Airlines
Sun 6/78:15 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13![United Airlines logo]()
$344
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:54 am
SNA
- OMA
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Fri 5/298:19 pm
OMA
- SNA
1 stop14h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/239:40 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop5h 15m
Delta
Wed 7/15:50 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop7h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/13![Delta logo]()
$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/173:05 pm
SAN
- OMA
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Sun 6/216:15 am
OMA
- SAN
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13![Southwest logo]()
$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/263:07 pm
SNA
- OMA
1 stop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/83:17 pm
OMA
- SNA
1 stop8h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/256:45 pm
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 6/287:38 am
OMA
- SFO
Nonstop3h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16![United Airlines logo]()
$356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/45:05 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop4h 43m
Delta
Wed 5/65:55 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Deal found 4/12![Delta logo]()
$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/164:04 pm
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 5/235:17 pm
DSM
- SAN
2 stops8h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16![United Airlines logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/155:55 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Sun 5/176:00 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14![Southwest logo]()
$368
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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.
Wed 6/1710:50 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 40m
Frontier
Sun 6/218:15 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$415
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:55 pm
SMF
- OMA
2 stops21h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/117:00 am
OMA
- SMF
1 stop6h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/1111:10 pm
SMF
- OMA
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Mon 6/157:47 pm
OMA
- SMF
1 stop6h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/12![American Airlines logo]()
$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/66:32 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 5/96:15 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/38:35 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Wed 6/107:55 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/15![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1611:59 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop8h 17m
Delta
Mon 5/1810:26 am
DSM
- LAX
1 stop9h 39m
Delta
Deal found 4/14![Delta logo]()
$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/99:00 am
SMF
- OMA
1 stop5h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
OMA
- SMF
1 stop7h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12![United Airlines logo]()
$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/75:35 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Sun 5/106:35 am
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16![Southwest logo]()
$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:52 pm
SMF
- OMA
1 stop9h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/77:00 am
OMA
- SMF
1 stop9h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1512:45 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop7h 55m
Delta
Sat 5/165:00 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/15![Delta logo]()
$405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/286:20 am
SAN
- OMA
2 stops9h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 6/15:27 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12![United Airlines logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 6/103:40 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Fri 6/123:40 pm
OMA
- SAN
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/21:00 pm
SNA
- OMA
1 stop8h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/83:17 pm
OMA
- SNA
1 stop9h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$479
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated April 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated April 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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
Mon 5/412:34 pm
OMA
- LAS
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/47:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/188:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/68:59 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 35m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/68:59 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 35m
Frontier
Fri 5/88:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop25h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14![Frontier logo]()
$171
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/79:37 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/78:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$144
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/78:59 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop14h 32m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop12h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/86:25 am
SAN
- DSM
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
- SAN
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$160
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:37 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 4/12![Frontier logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/236:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Tue 5/268:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/246:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Tue 5/268:19 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14![Frontier logo]()
$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:30 am
LAS
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Wed 6/38:19 pm
OMA
- LAS
1 stop12h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$124
One-way flights from California to IowaSearch for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/157:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$51
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 9/1810:53 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 42m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$57
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 10/95:06 pm
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$63
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/169:24 pm
LAS
- OMA
1 stop20h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/76:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/710:50 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/176:30 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/15![Allegiant Air logo]()
$68
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 5/187:05 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 39m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/16![Allegiant Air logo]()
$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” 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 7/136:35 am
LAS
- OMA
Nonstop2h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 4/14![Allegiant Air logo]()
$75
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$86
Find flight deals from California to Iowa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $124 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $51 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $384 |
Good round-trip deal | $148 or less |
Good one-way deal | $154 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Iowa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Sat 5/2
2:14 pm-11:31 pm
1 stop7h 17m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 5/3
6:00 am-9:15 am
1 stop5h 15m
$272
Santa AnaOmaha
SNA - OMA
SNAOMA
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Thu 7/9
8:55 am-7:34 pm
1 stop8h 39m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Thu 7/16
8:19 pm-8:09 am
1 stop13h 50m
$301
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Fri 6/12
6:55 pm-1:55 am
1 stop5h 00m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 6/13
4:45 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop7h 50m
$318
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Mon 9/7
5:00 pm-12:06 am
1 stop5h 06m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 9/21
12:27 pm-6:35 pm
1 stop8h 08m
$329
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Fri 7/24
10:30 pm-9:43 am
1 stop9h 13m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 7/27
5:50 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop5h 55m
$329
San DiegoDes Moines
SAN - DSM
SANDSM
San Diego
Tue 5/12
6:35 am-2:05 pm
1 stop5h 30m
Des Moines
Tue 5/19
5:30 am-12:20 pm
1 stop8h 50m
$337
OntarioOmaha
ONT - OMA
ONTOMA
Ontario
Tue 6/23
9:40 am-4:55 pm
1 stop5h 15m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 7/1
5:50 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop7h 55m
$337
Los AngelesDes Moines
LAX - DSM
LAXDSM
Los Angeles
Sat 6/6
8:47 am-4:15 pm
1 stop5h 28m
Des Moines
Sun 6/7
8:15 pm-1:30 am
1 stop7h 15m
$344
Santa AnaOmaha
SNA - OMA
SNAOMA
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
Fri 5/8
9:54 am-7:34 pm
1 stop7h 40m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Fri 5/29
8:19 pm-9:09 am
1 stop14h 50m
$346
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 6/17
3:05 pm-11:40 pm
2 stops6h 35m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 6/21
6:15 am-10:40 am
2 stops6h 25m
$349
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LAS-OMA
SAN-OMA
SAN-DSM
ONT-OMA
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Iowa
USCA-USIA
LAS-OMA
SAN-OMA
SAN-DSM
ONT-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 $49). Flying from California to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $190). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to IA?
Find hourly flight availability from California to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Iowa as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from California to Iowa
Explore weekly flight availability from California to Iowa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to USIA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Iowa?
Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Iowa. Reviews last updated April 17, 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
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$49 | Average$162 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$130 | Average$278 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$382 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$468 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$494 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |