$90+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
Aug 22 — Aug 291
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Thu 8/276:15 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop15h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/17:02 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop8h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/116:30 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/149:27 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop15h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/116:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Thu 8/138:15 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/196:30 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop29h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:00 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/89:00 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop22h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1210:23 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop16h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$217
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/44:23 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop20h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/88:41 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 8/246:15 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop15h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/272:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop11h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/96:22 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop13h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1210:23 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop27h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/196:30 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop29h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/249:10 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$227
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Fri 9/186:35 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/218:41 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/2010:27 pm
LAX
- CID
1 stop18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:00 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/110:27 pm
LAX
- CID
1 stop20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/41:44 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop20h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$234
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/166:00 am
ONT
- CID
1 stop6h 06m
Frontier
Sun 8/232:38 pm
CID
- ONT
1 stop11h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$260
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/27:02 am
OMA
- SFO
2 stops14h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/241:24 pm
SAN
- OMA
2 stops8h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 8/275:32 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/197:25 am
SAN
- OMA
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 8/264:30 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20![Southwest logo]()
$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sun 9/68:15 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Tue 9/156:39 am
CID
- LAX
1 stop6h 19m
Delta
Deal found 7/18![Delta logo]()
$313
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/121:21 pm
BUR
- OMA
1 stop8h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 8/136:03 am
OMA
- BUR
1 stop8h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/31:07 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop5h 39m
American Airlines
Sun 9/136:57 pm
DSM
- LAX
Nonstop3h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/274:07 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 8/299:07 am
OMA
- SAN
2 stops8h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/1110:10 am
SAN
- OMA
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Mon 9/142:15 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20![Southwest logo]()
$287
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/66:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Tue 8/118:15 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21![Frontier logo]()
$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/41:39 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 8/81:48 pm
OMA
- SAN
2 stops8h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/18![United Airlines logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/265:15 pm
ONT
- OMA
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Sat 10/316:00 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20![Southwest logo]()
$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 9/33:38 pm
SFO
- CID
1 stop18h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/72:14 pm
CID
- SFO
1 stop22h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/183:30 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop5h 36m
Delta
Thu 12/312:27 pm
OMA
- LAX
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/1211:07 am
SNA
- OMA
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Sat 9/268:41 pm
OMA
- SNA
2 stops18h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 8/2210:10 am
LAX
- DSM
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Sat 8/297:20 am
DSM
- LAX
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Fri 9/256:35 pm
SFO
- OMA
Nonstop3h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 9/287:00 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/215:05 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop5h 01m
Delta
Tue 12/16:15 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop7h 33m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:59 pm
ONT
- CID
1 stop6h 07m
American Airlines
Tue 9/87:46 am
CID
- ONT
1 stop6h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19![American Airlines logo]()
$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/53:05 pm
BUR
- OMA
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Fri 9/1110:25 am
OMA
- BUR
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1812:00 pm
ONT
- OMA
1 stop10h 07m
Delta
Thu 12/312:27 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/105:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 8/105:27 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop5h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Sat 8/110:49 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Mon 8/38:00 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/52:48 pm
SFO
- CID
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 8/125:00 am
CID
- SFO
1 stop8h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/18![American Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/53:05 pm
BUR
- OMA
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Sat 9/121:20 pm
OMA
- BUR
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 11/137:05 am
BUR
- OMA
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Sun 11/155:35 am
OMA
- BUR
1 stop8h 53m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/511:10 am
BUR
- OMA
2 stops10h 32m
United Airlines
Fri 9/119:07 am
OMA
- BUR
1 stop5h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/36:30 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop12h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/51:49 pm
DSM
- LAX
1 stop21h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$472
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Sat 8/2212:15 pm
BUR
- OMA
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Sat 8/292:05 pm
OMA
- BUR
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/127:05 am
BUR
- OMA
1 stop8h 06m
Delta
Mon 11/1612:27 pm
OMA
- BUR
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$361
Last-minute flights from California to IowaDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Iowa. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/116:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Thu 8/138:15 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$206
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 8/116:00 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Thu 8/138:15 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop6h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Tue 8/116:00 am
ONT
- OMA
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Wed 8/128:00 pm
OMA
- ONT
1 stop5h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 8/136:30 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop5h 36m
Frontier
Thu 8/202:38 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/136:00 am
ONT
- CID
1 stop6h 06m
Frontier
Sat 8/158:24 pm
CID
- ONT
1 stop5h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/196:30 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop29h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:00 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/196:30 am
LAX
- CID
1 stop29h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/249:10 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/2010:27 pm
LAX
- CID
1 stop18h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/319:00 pm
CID
- LAX
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$232
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 8/246:15 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop15h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/272:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop11h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$225
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Thu 8/276:15 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop15h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/17:02 am
OMA
- SAN
1 stop8h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/286:25 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop5h 08m
Frontier
Mon 8/312:18 pm
OMA
- SAN
1 stop11h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/306:00 am
SFO
- CID
1 stop5h 43m
Frontier
Thu 9/32:38 pm
CID
- SFO
1 stop11h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$240
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 July 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Iowa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 8/2012:07 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop28h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/2710:27 pm
LAX
- OMA
1 stop19h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/2910:27 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/208:59 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop21h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 9/1610:27 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$98
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/206:15 am
SAN
- OMA
1 stop15h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/109:43 pm
SAN
- OMA
1 stop15h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 9/1711:47 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop7h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/246:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/151:17 pm
LAX
- DSM
1 stop23h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/36:55 am
LAX
- DSM
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/196:30 am
LAX
- OMA
1 stop29h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22![Frontier logo]()
$107
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 July 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $187 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $90 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $376 |
Good round-trip deal | $189 or less |
Good one-way deal | $77 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 July 23, 2026.
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Depart
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OntarioCedar Rapids
ONT - CID
ONTCID
Ontario
Sun 8/16
6:00 am-2:06 pm
1 stop6h 06m
Cedar Rapids
Sun 8/23
2:38 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop11h 12m
$260
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
6:00 am-1:33 pm
1 stop5h 33m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 9/2
7:02 am-7:06 pm
2 stops14h 04m
$277
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Mon 8/24
1:24 pm-11:42 pm
2 stops8h 18m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Thu 8/27
5:32 pm-8:34 pm
1 stop5h 02m
$278
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Wed 8/19
7:25 am-4:45 pm
2 stops7h 20m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 8/26
4:30 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop6h 25m
$282
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Thu 8/27
4:07 pm-11:42 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 8/29
9:07 am-3:54 pm
2 stops8h 47m
$282
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Tue 8/4
1:39 pm-9:44 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 8/8
1:48 pm-8:01 pm
2 stops8h 13m
$282
San DiegoOmaha
SAN - OMA
SANOMA
San Diego
Fri 9/11
10:10 am-10:00 pm
2 stops9h 50m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 9/14
2:15 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops9h 40m
$287
OntarioOmaha
ONT - OMA
ONTOMA
Ontario
Thu 8/6
6:00 am-7:15 pm
1 stop11h 15m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 8/11
8:15 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$294
OntarioOmaha
ONT - OMA
ONTOMA
Ontario
Mon 10/26
5:15 pm-1:45 am
2 stops6h 30m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 10/31
6:00 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop5h 00m
$304
Los AngelesCedar Rapids
LAX - CID
LAXCID
Los Angeles
Sun 9/6
8:15 am-3:35 pm
1 stop5h 20m
Cedar Rapids
Tue 9/15
6:39 am-10:58 am
1 stop6h 19m
$313
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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
USCA-USIA
LAX-DSM
LAX-OMA
SAN-OMA
ONT-OMA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Iowa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $365). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $485). 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 July 23, 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 July 23, 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?
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Iowa?
The best time to book flights from California to Iowa is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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 23, 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.
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$133 | Average$194 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$432 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$491 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$513 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |