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$170+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — DSM
Dec 31 — Jan 71
Wed 12/31
Wed 1/7
1 adult, Economy
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:15 amOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Sun 1/48:10 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/28$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/124:50 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Wed 12/176:20 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/1$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/135:55 amOAK - OMA
2 stops8h 54mDelta
Tue 12/168:05 amOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/1$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:35 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Wed 1/712:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/29$398
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:05 amOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Mon 1/511:40 amDSM - OAK
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/29$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:35 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Tue 1/1312:05 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/29$448
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:35 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Sun 1/411:40 amDSM - OAK
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/29$458
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:05 amOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Sun 1/411:40 amDSM - OAK
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/29$472
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/152:31 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop21h 43mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/192:39 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop11h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/30$507
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/184:50 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Mon 1/55:50 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/28$689
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Wed 12/1012:30 pmOAK - CID
2 stops8h 49mDelta
Wed 12/175:50 amCID - OAK
2 stops12h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/30$713
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/126:40 amOAK - OMA
2 stops11h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/162:20 pmOMA - OAK
2 stops11h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/1$732

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Iowa

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$182
(Southwest)

One-way from

$170
(Southwest)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$526
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Wed 2/25

2:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/26

7:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$182

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Tue 5/5

5:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop5h 01m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/6

6:15 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$269

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Tue 3/17

5:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/24

5:55 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$269

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Tue 3/17

2:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/24

6:10 am-12:40 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$347

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Sun 12/28

5:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/4

8:10 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$377

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Fri 12/12

4:50 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/16

6:20 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 48m

$384

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Sat 12/13

4:50 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/16

8:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 45m

$384

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 12/31

12:35 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

12:05 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$398

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/4

7:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$403

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Mon 1/5

10:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

6:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 45m

$447

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from Oakland, California to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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.

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 December 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest from Oakland to Iowa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Iowa?

    Oakland (OAK) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Oakland to Iowa. It is only a 7.0 mi journey to Oakland (OAK) from Oakland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to Iowa?

    For as low as $269, Southwest can have you in Iowa from Oakland, California in 5h 01m. The distance between Oakland, California and Iowa is about 1418 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Oakland, California to Iowa?

    The most popular route from Oakland, California to Iowa is Oakland - Omaha Eppley Airfield. You may also consider Oakland - Des Moines or Oakland - Cedar Rapids.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Iowa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from Oakland, California to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 airline flying from Oakland to Iowa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Oakland 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 December 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$350Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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