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$55+ 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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$96
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$368

Good round-trip deal

$313 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Iowa
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 septiembre 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/176:05 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
lun. 10/201:20 pmOMA - LAS
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$96
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/246:05 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
lun. 10/271:20 pmOMA - LAS
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/36:05 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
lun. 10/61:20 pmOMA - LAS
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 10/176:05 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/208:59 pmOMA - LAS
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$142
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/2312:59 amLAS - OMA
1 stop17h 05mFrontier
lun. 10/278:59 pmOMA - LAS
1 stop4h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 10/1011:53 amONT - OMA
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
lun. 10/138:59 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop4h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$143
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
jue. 10/212:59 amLAS - OMA
1 stop16h 51mFrontier
lun. 10/62:16 pmOMA - LAS
1 stop26h 30mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$144
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/137:40 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
lun. 10/201:20 pmOMA - LAS
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/36:05 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/62:16 pmOMA - LAS
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$147
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 10/156:34 amSFO - DSM
1 stop5h 18mFrontier
mié. 10/222:37 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 50mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$149
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/36:35 amLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 05mFrontier
lun. 10/62:25 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$149
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 9/269:08 amLAS - OMA
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
lun. 9/292:16 pmOMA - LAS
1 stop8h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$150

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 septiembre 16, 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

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 10/23

12:59 am-8:04 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 10/27

1:20 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$142

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 10/23

8:05 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop21h 59m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 10/26

8:59 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$144

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 12/12

6:00 am-7:44 pm

1 stop11h 44m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 12/14

8:47 pm-8:05 am

1 stop13h 18m

$150

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 10/17

11:59 pm-10:31 am

1 stop8h 32m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 10/20

6:00 am-8:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

$151

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

vie. 10/10

6:41 am-8:04 pm

1 stop11h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 10/13

8:59 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 51m

$154

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 10/21

11:59 pm-9:01 am

1 stop7h 02m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 10/30

6:30 am-10:51 am

1 stop6h 21m

$159

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

sáb. 11/1

7:15 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mar. 11/4

3:38 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$167

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 10/30

12:59 am-8:06 pm

1 stop17h 07m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

vie. 11/7

8:51 pm-3:46 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$167

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

jue. 10/9

6:53 am-1:52 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

lun. 10/13

2:39 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$184

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

dom. 11/2

5:53 am-12:47 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Des Moines

jue. 11/13

2:32 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$184

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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 $402). 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 septiembre 16, 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.

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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from California to Iowa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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  • How popular is this California to Iowa flight route?

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  • How long is the flight from California to Iowa?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Iowa in 7h 02m. Fly via Frontier, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between California and Iowa is about 1096 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $76. Frontier flights start at $80 while deals on American Airlines start at $84 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Iowa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $402). 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$75Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$122Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$305Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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