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$65+ 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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Iowa

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$65
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$389

Good round-trip deal

$134 or less

Good one-way deal

$71 or less
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/242:54 pmLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 24mAllegiant Air
Sat 5/311:03 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 39mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$98
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/242:54 pmLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/318:08 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$153
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1112:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop17h 03mFrontier
Thu 5/159:02 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:15 amLAX - CID
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Thu 5/88:11 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2010:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/226:30 amDSM - LAX
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:41 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Thu 6/57:51 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$218
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1212:51 pmSNA - OMA
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Sat 5/247:51 pmOMA - SNA
1 stop17h 20mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$218
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/117:30 amLAX - OMA
Nonstop3h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/147:51 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop6h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$230
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/244:18 pmBUR - DSM
2 stops20h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/261:21 pmDSM - BUR
1 stop23h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$231
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Wed 5/281:39 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/317:51 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$232
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:15 amLAX - OMA
1 stop11h 47mFrontier
Mon 5/199:02 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop5h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$237
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Wed 5/2811:40 amSAN - OMA
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Wed 6/46:20 amOMA - SAN
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/30$247

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

2:54 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/31

1:03 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$98

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

2:54 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/31

8:08 pm-12:32 am

1 stop6h 24m

$153

OntarioOmaha

ONT - OMA

ONTOMA

Ontario

Sun 5/11

12:59 am-8:02 pm

1 stop17h 03m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/15

9:02 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$189

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

10:30 am-2:32 pm

1 stop26h 02m

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

6:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$205

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

10:52 am-7:13 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/31

8:08 pm-12:32 am

1 stop6h 24m

$206

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Thu 5/29

6:41 am-7:07 pm

1 stop10h 26m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 6/5

7:51 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$218

Santa AnaOmaha

SNA - OMA

SNAOMA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

12:51 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/24

7:51 pm-11:11 am

1 stop17h 20m

$218

Los AngelesOmaha

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

7:30 am-12:42 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 6/14

7:51 pm-12:29 am

1 stop6h 38m

$230

BurbankDes Moines

BUR - DSM

BURDSM

Burbank Bob Hope

Sat 5/24

4:18 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops20h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

1:21 pm-11:10 am

1 stop23h 49m

$231

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 5/28

1:39 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/31

7:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$232

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Best time to book a flight from California to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 May 1, 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Iowa, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,408 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • How popular is this California to Iowa flight route?

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Iowa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $65. Frontier flights start at $89 while deals on Delta start at $119 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from California to Iowa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Iowa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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