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$135+ 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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Oakland to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$188
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$135
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$432
From Oakland to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 8/226:00 amOAK - DSM
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/253:40 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/159:23 amOAK - OMA
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/231:58 pmOMA - OAK
2 stops11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/162:38 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop7h 21mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 8/237:00 amOMA - OAK
1 stop8h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:50 amOAK - OMA
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Sun 11/28:45 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/172:38 pmOAK - CID
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/239:30 pmCID - OAK
2 stops16h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 8/162:38 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop7h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/237:00 amOMA - OAK
2 stops14h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/107:50 amOAK - DSM
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/133:45 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$366
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/239:23 amOAK - MLI
1 stop24h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/2712:46 pmMLI - OAK
1 stop12h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$391
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/154:55 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Wed 7/236:00 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/3$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/244:55 pmOAK - CID
2 stops20h 44mDelta
Tue 7/2912:02 pmCID - OAK
2 stops13h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/2$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/291:15 pmOAK - MLI
2 stops31h 15mDelta
Sat 11/15:55 amMLI - OAK
2 stops18h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/2$618
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 7/214:55 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops14h 43mDelta
Mon 7/285:23 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops8h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/1$658

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 3, 2025.
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

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Fri 8/22

6:00 am-10:42 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

3:40 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$188

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Tue 7/15

9:23 am-1:08 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/23

1:58 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$250

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Sat 8/16

2:38 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-1:36 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$255

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Thu 10/30

5:50 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 11/2

8:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 25m

$260

OaklandCedar Rapids

OAK - CID

OAKCID

Oakland

Thu 7/17

2:38 pm-11:53 am

2 stops19h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 7/23

9:30 pm-11:47 am

2 stops16h 17m

$292

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Sat 8/16

2:38 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-7:18 pm

2 stops14h 18m

$332

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 9/10

7:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

3:45 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$366

OaklandMoline

OAK - MLI

OAKMLI

Oakland

Wed 7/23

9:23 am-11:46 am

1 stop24h 23m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 7/27

12:46 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$391

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Tue 7/15

4:55 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/23

6:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$439

OaklandCedar Rapids

OAK - CID

OAKCID

Oakland

Thu 7/24

4:55 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops20h 44m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 7/29

12:02 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$578

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Deals found on 7/1

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Oakland, California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $135. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Oakland, California to Iowa for a low price.

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

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

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Oakland, California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$353Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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