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$192+ Cheap flights from Central America 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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:52 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops46h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/303:45 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:52 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/303:45 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:52 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops15h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/303:45 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/52:27 pmSAL - OMA
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/96:09 amOMA - SAL
2 stops15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:52 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/313:00 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops23h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$464
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Thu 11/133:15 pmSAP - DSM
3 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/278:29 pmDSM - SAP
2 stops14h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:52 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/26:44 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$491
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:52 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops40h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/303:45 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$495
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:37 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/12:07 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$496
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:55 amSAL - OMA
1 stop15h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/152:52 pmOMA - SAL
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$504
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Thu 12/1810:53 amGUA - OMA
2 stops23h 01mFrontier
Tue 12/308:42 pmOMA - GUA
2 stops16h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/73:00 amSAL - OMA
2 stops17h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/178:15 amOMA - SAL
1 stop13h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$528

Cheap flight deals from Central America to Iowa

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Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$383
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$192
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$592
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Iowa that are best for you.

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Return

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San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 12/5

2:27 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/9

6:09 am-9:49 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$446

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 12/25

1:37 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops23h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

2:07 pm-12:37 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$496

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

2:58 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

5:52 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$500

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/23

2:00 am-7:29 pm

2 stops17h 29m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

3:14 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops30h 37m

$502

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 12/24

2:00 am-2:33 pm

2 stops12h 33m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

3:14 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops30h 37m

$502

Guatemala CityOmaha

GUA - OMA

GUAOMA

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 12/18

10:53 am-9:54 am

2 stops23h 01m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/30

8:42 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$508

ManaguaDes Moines

MGA - DSM

MGADSM

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 4/9

1:20 pm-10:20 am

2 stops20h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

6:45 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$517

San Pedro SulaDes Moines

SAP - DSM

SAPDSM

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 11/13

3:15 pm-2:55 pm

3 stops23h 40m

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

8:29 pm-12:48 am

3 stops28h 19m

$518

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

1:23 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 11/19

7:25 am-10:13 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$521

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

8:45 am-10:29 pm

1 stop13h 44m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

6:48 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 08m

$529

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to Iowa

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Iowa (average of $254). Flying from Central America to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $563). 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 Central America 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Central America to Iowa by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 October 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Central America to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Central America to Iowa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Central America to Iowa in 8h 59m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Frontier to get the fastest option. Central America and Iowa are separated by a distance of 1967 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Central America 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 $280. Delta flights start at $280 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $361 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America 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 Central America to Iowa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Iowa (average of $254). Flying from Central America to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $563). 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 2 airlines flying from Central America to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Central America 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$495Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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