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$56+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Iowa?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 35 days in advance, which can save you up to 45% on flights from California to Iowa compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 35 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $270. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $632.

What is the cheapest month to fly from California to Iowa?

Flights from California to Iowa lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from California to Iowa in July, with the cheapest ticket starting at $149.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to IA?

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.

Cheap California to Iowa flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from California to Iowa specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from California to Iowa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
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Wed 8/2812:33 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Wed 9/42:45 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop18h 15mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$137
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Wed 8/285:56 pmSAN - CID
1 stop15h 12mFrontier
Tue 9/32:41 pmCID - SAN
1 stop19h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$138
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Tue 8/1312:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Tue 8/203:54 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$138
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Fri 8/2312:39 amONT - OMA
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Wed 8/282:45 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop18h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$139
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/2512:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Wed 8/282:45 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$140
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Thu 8/228:27 amLAX - DSM
1 stop22h 16mFrontier
Thu 8/293:15 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop18h 12mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$141
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Fri 8/2312:39 amONT - OMA
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Tue 9/33:54 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$141
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Wed 8/146:31 pmONT - OMA
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Tue 8/203:54 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$142
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/77:30 pmONT - OMA
1 stop17h 53mFrontier
Tue 8/273:54 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$143

California to Iowa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between California and Iowa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from California to Iowa in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/246:30 amONT - OMA
1 stop4h 49mFrontier
Tue 10/12:19 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$136
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2812:33 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Wed 9/42:45 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop18h 15mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$137
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/218:27 amLAX - CID
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Sat 9/288:27 pmCID - LAX
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$138
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/285:56 pmSAN - CID
1 stop15h 12mFrontier
Tue 9/32:41 pmCID - SAN
1 stop19h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$138
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/64:22 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop23h 25mFrontier
Wed 9/116:38 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop14h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$138
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1312:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Tue 8/203:54 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$138
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Thu 9/58:27 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Sun 9/86:23 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop15h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$139
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2312:39 amONT - OMA
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Wed 8/282:45 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop18h 32mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$139
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/204:22 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop23h 25mFrontier
Mon 9/236:37 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop14h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$140

California to Iowa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from California to Iowa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from California to Iowa departing last-minute. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
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Tue 7/3012:58 amSFO - OMA
1 stop10h 57mFrontier
Wed 8/72:45 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop17h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$176
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Sat 8/33:11 pmLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 28mAllegiant Air
Sat 8/109:29 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/24$188
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Wed 7/3111:00 amLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 28mAllegiant Air
Sat 8/109:29 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/24$198
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Sat 8/33:11 pmLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 28mAllegiant Air
Sat 8/109:29 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/25$202
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/317:17 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop18h 06mFrontier
Wed 8/72:45 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop17h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/112:59 amONT - DSM
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Sat 8/102:15 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 7/3111:00 amLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 28mAllegiant Air
Wed 8/75:18 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/24$222
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/210:03 pmONT - DSM
1 stop13h 17mFrontier
Sat 8/102:15 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/112:59 amONT - DSM
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Fri 8/92:24 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$238

One-way flights to Iowa from California

Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from California to Iowa can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from California, there is a search form available above.
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Tue 8/2712:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$56
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Sat 8/247:24 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$62
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Wed 8/214:26 pmLAX - CID
1 stop16h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$64
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Sat 10/267:30 amONT - OMA
1 stop5h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$68
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Tue 9/176:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$69
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Thu 10/317:24 amSAN - CID
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$69
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Wed 9/258:27 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$69
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Sat 8/3112:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop8h 05mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$69
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Fri 8/166:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$70

Find flights from California to Iowa within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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$136 - $263

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Depart

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Price

OntarioOmaha Eppley Airfield

ONT - OMA

ONTOMA

Ontario

Tue 9/24

1 stop4h 49m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/1

1 stop11h 40m

$136

San DiegoOmaha Eppley Airfield

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 8/28

1 stop20h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/4

1 stop18h 15m

$137

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Sat 8/24

1 stop24h 41m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/31

1 stop17h 10m

$137

Los AngelesOmaha Eppley Airfield

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/14

1 stop16h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/20

1 stop25h 32m

$138

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Thu 8/22

1 stop11h 01m

Des Moines

Mon 8/26

1 stop14h 32m

$190

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Fri 8/9

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 8/12

Nonstop3h 33m

$209

San FranciscoOmaha Eppley Airfield

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Fri 9/20

1 stop8h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 10/3

1 stop7h 58m

$236

San FranciscoOmaha Eppley Airfield

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sat 8/24

Nonstop3h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/31

Nonstop3h 52m

$239

San FranciscoOmaha Eppley Airfield

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sat 8/24

1 stop7h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/31

2 stops8h 04m

$263

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Deals found on 7/23

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Best time to book a flight from California to Iowa

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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 July 25, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Iowa, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
938 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

WestJet
7.4
Good
2,761 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from California to Iowa for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Iowa for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $136, but on average you can expect to pay $139.

  • Are there nonstop flights from California to Iowa for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from California to Iowa under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Iowa is less than $345.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from California to Iowa for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Iowa within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • How popular is this California to Iowa flight route?

    This flight path from California to Iowa was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What does LAX to DSM mean?

    Great question - LAX to DSM just means Los Angeles Airport to Des Moines Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Cedar Rapids Airport (CID), Sioux City Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX), Waterloo Airport (ALO), Dubuque Airport (DBQ), Fort Dodge Airport (FOD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Iowa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to Iowa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to Iowa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to Iowa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Iowa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Iowa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Iowa?

    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Iowa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to Iowa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to Iowa?

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    The California to Iowa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $323). 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$88Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$273Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$333Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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