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$187+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$394
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$216
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$709
From Central America to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Central America to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:35 pmSAL - OMA
2 stops19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/181:50 pmOMA - SAL
2 stops22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$394
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:27 amSAL - DSM
3 stops31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/88:25 amDSM - SAL
2 stops13h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/116:00 amSAL - OMA
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/184:51 pmOMA - SAL
1 stop22h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:20 pmSJO - CID
2 stops31h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/105:26 pmCID - SJO
2 stops19h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$452
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/66:00 amSJO - CID
1 stop16h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amCID - SJO
1 stop16h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$479
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1712:49 amSAP - DSM
3 stops15h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:15 pmDSM - SAP
3 stops38h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/16:15 amDSM - SAL
1 stop15h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/1812:42 pmMGA - DSM
2 stops27h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/92:08 pmDSM - MGA
2 stops21h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$525
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1612:35 pmSAP - DSM
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Tue 9/235:44 amDSM - SAP
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/30$529
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 12/157:00 amSJO - DSM
1 stop15h 23mDelta
Wed 1/710:15 amDSM - SJO
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/31$533
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/712:35 pmSAP - DSM
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/286:05 amDSM - SAP
1 stop16h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/191:05 pmGUA - OMA
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Wed 9/245:15 amOMA - GUA
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/29$539

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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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Iowa that are best for you.

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Central America

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/11

12:35 pm-9:04 am

2 stops19h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/18

1:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 45m

$394

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/30

9:27 am-6:25 pm

3 stops31h 58m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

8:25 am-8:52 pm

2 stops13h 27m

$418

San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/18

4:51 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop22h 32m

$430

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

2:20 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops31h 09m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/10

5:26 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 49m

$452

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-11:23 pm

1 stop17h 23m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/10

7:15 am-10:01 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$479

San Pedro SulaDes Moines

SAP - DSM

SAPDSM

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 8/17

12:49 am-5:48 pm

3 stops15h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

7:15 pm-8:54 am

3 stops38h 39m

$494

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop15h 28m

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

6:15 am-8:17 pm

1 stop15h 02m

$502

ManaguaDes Moines

MGA - DSM

MGADSM

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 9/18

12:42 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

2:08 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops21h 52m

$525

San Pedro SulaDes Moines

SAP - DSM

SAPDSM

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 9/16

12:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

5:44 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 36m

$529

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-10:23 pm

1 stop15h 23m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

10:15 am-10:15 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$533

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Central America 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 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Central America 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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,388 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

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  • 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 $220. American Airlines flights start at $292 while deals on Delta start at $316 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Central America 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 3 airlines flying from Central America to Iowa

Discover the top 3 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$475Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$503Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$515Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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