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$129+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DSM
Mar 1 — Mar 81
Sun 3/1
Sun 3/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2710:53 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop5h 41m
Frontier
Sun 3/11:43 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop23h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$205
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2410:00 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop25h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/312:17 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop9h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 3/244:00 pm
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 3/316:05 am
OMA
-
SMF
2 stops10h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/1611:59 pm
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 3/185:25 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop5h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 3/2711:59 pm
SMF
-
CID
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 3/294:46 pm
CID
-
SMF
1 stop7h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 3/1811:59 pm
SMF
-
MLI
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 3/246:30 am
MLI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 5/36:20 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop5h 46m
United Airlines
Wed 5/66:00 am
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop7h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 3/249:55 pm
SMF
-
OMA
2 stops11h 30m
Southwest
Tue 3/311:50 pm
OMA
-
SMF
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 6/911:00 pm
SMF
-
CID
2 stops10h 27m
Delta
Mon 6/154:15 pm
CID
-
SMF
2 stops9h 21m
Delta
Deal found 1/29$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2212:30 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 4/273:56 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop9h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/2311:12 am
SMF
-
OMA
2 stops10h 36m
Delta
Mon 4/275:55 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop7h 35m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 6/94:19 pm
SMF
-
CID
1 stop5h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 6/156:20 pm
CID
-
SMF
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$360

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated January 30, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$205
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$129
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$731
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 January 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Iowa that are best for you.

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SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

10:53 am-6:34 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 3/1

1:43 pm-11:13 am

1 stop23h 30m

$205

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/24

10:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop25h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/31

2:17 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$257

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

11:59 pm-10:34 am

1 stop8h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/18

1:50 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops8h 36m

$307

SacramentoCedar Rapids

SMF - CID

SMFCID

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/27

11:59 pm-10:44 am

1 stop8h 45m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 3/29

4:46 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$309

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

11:59 pm-10:09 am

1 stop8h 10m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/24

6:30 am-11:51 am

1 stop7h 21m

$309

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/24

9:55 pm-11:25 am

2 stops11h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/31

1:50 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$317

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

12:30 am-11:34 am

1 stop9h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/27

3:56 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$347

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/23

11:12 am-11:48 pm

2 stops10h 36m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/27

5:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$354

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 3/13

6:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$375

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/19

3:11 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$376

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Iowa

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from Sacramento to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 January 30, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,126 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,207 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Iowa?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Iowa from Sacramento.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Iowa?

    Airlines like Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Sacramento to Iowa in about 5h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 40m. The distance from Sacramento to Iowa is about 1366 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 Sacramento to Iowa?

    Most travelers choose Sacramento Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Sacramento Intl - Des Moines or Sacramento Intl - Cedar Rapids when deciding on the best route from Sacramento to Iowa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Iowa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from Sacramento to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 January 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$138Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$363Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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