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$138+ 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — DSM
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Fri 8/21
Fri 8/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Iowa

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 22, 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 10/88:39 pm
OAK
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OMA
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1210:23 pm
OMA
-
OAK
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18$201
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 10/228:39 pm
OAK
-
CID
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/261:24 pm
CID
-
OAK
1 stop23h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$273
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 8/105:05 am
OAK
-
OMA
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Mon 8/107:20 pm
OMA
-
OAK
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20$283
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/311:29 pm
OAK
-
OMA
2 stops22h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/27:02 am
OMA
-
OAK
2 stops16h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/17$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 9/265:10 am
OAK
-
DSM
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Thu 10/12:00 pm
DSM
-
OAK
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/16$306
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/38:37 pm
OAK
-
OMA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/79:17 pm
OMA
-
OAK
1 stop16h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17$308
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/152:25 pm
OAK
-
OMA
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Sat 8/226:25 am
OMA
-
OAK
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/18$329
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/197:51 pm
OAK
-
OMA
1 stop16h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/233:20 pm
OMA
-
OAK
2 stops25h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19$332
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.
Tue 8/188:10 am
OAK
-
DSM
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 8/2512:30 pm
DSM
-
OAK
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19$337
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/24:20 pm
OAK
-
OMA
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Tue 10/66:45 am
OMA
-
OAK
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/18$339
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.
Sat 8/298:30 am
OAK
-
DSM
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Mon 8/3112:05 pm
DSM
-
OAK
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20$342
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1612:13 pm
OAK
-
CID
1 stop7h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/181:09 pm
CID
-
OAK
1 stop24h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17$346

Find 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 22, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$201
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$138
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$514
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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 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Iowa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

OaklandCedar Rapids

OAK - CID

OAKCID

Oakland

Thu 10/22

8:39 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 10/26

1:24 pm-11:18 am

1 stop23h 54m

$273

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Mon 8/10

5:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/10

2:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$288

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Thu 9/3

8:37 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/7

9:17 pm-11:18 am

1 stop16h 01m

$308

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sat 9/26

8:30 am-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 10/1

7:10 pm-12:35 am

2 stops7h 25m

$329

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Sat 8/15

12:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/22

6:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$334

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Tue 8/18

8:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

12:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$337
Quickest round-trip

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Wed 8/19

9:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 8/26

6:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$337

OaklandDes Moines

OAK - DSM

OAKDSM

Oakland

Sat 9/26

5:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 9/29

12:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$342

OaklandCedar Rapids

OAK - CID

OAKCID

Oakland

Fri 10/16

12:13 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/18

1:09 pm-11:18 am

1 stop24h 09m

$346

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Thu 8/13

6:22 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 37m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/18

3:13 pm-11:06 am

2 stops21h 53m

$381

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Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

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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
4,240 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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 $288, Southwest can have you in Iowa from Oakland, California in 5h 20m. 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.

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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 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$378Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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