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$90+ 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$176
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$471
From Sacramento Intl to Iowa
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/97:26 pmSMF - DSM
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/167:30 amDSM - SMF
1 stop5h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/79:31 amSMF - OMA
1 stop23h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/106:37 pmOMA - SMF
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$215
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 6/257:44 pmSMF - MLI
1 stop14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2912:36 pmMLI - SMF
1 stop25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 8/1611:55 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/235:11 amOMA - SMF
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/122:11 pmSMF - CID
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/166:37 amCID - SMF
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1111:45 pmSMF - MLI
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/135:20 pmMLI - SMF
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/1311:55 pmSMF - MLI
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/1610:42 amMLI - SMF
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/126:15 amSMF - DSM
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Wed 8/2011:23 amDSM - SMF
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/11$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/1310:05 amSMF - MLI
2 stops10h 43mDelta
Sat 8/166:00 amMLI - SMF
2 stops14h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/10$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/2411:55 amSMF - OMA
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Sun 9/286:20 amOMA - SMF
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/10$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 6/242:48 pmSMF - CID
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/12:40 pmCID - SMF
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 6/3011:45 pmSMF - OMA
1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/86:00 amOMA - SMF
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$320

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Iowa that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/9

7:26 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 7/16

7:30 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 36m

$176

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/7

9:31 am-10:48 am

1 stop23h 17m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/10

6:37 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$215

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/25

7:44 pm-11:46 am

1 stop14h 02m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 6/29

12:36 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop25h 38m

$268

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/16

11:55 pm-8:52 am

1 stop6h 57m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/23

5:11 am-9:40 am

1 stop6h 29m

$269

SacramentoCedar Rapids

SMF - CID

SMFCID

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

2:11 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 7/16

6:37 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 09m

$289

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/11

11:45 pm-10:22 am

1 stop8h 37m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 7/13

5:20 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$289

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

11:55 pm-10:12 am

1 stop8h 17m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/16

10:42 am-6:37 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$294

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/12

6:15 am-2:07 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

11:23 am-7:50 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$299

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/13

10:05 am-10:48 pm

2 stops10h 43m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops14h 15m

$299

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/3

9:13 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/13

3:14 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$305

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Sacramento to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 SMF to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to Iowa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Iowa, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Iowa are Southwest ($135), United Airlines ($181), and Alaska Airlines ($185).

  • 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 - Moline Quad-City 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Sacramento to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$370Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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