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$120+ 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DSM
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
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 July 27, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2211:42 am
SMF
-
CID
1 stop24h 01m
Frontier
Sun 8/302:38 pm
CID
-
SMF
1 stop22h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 9/97:15 pm
SMF
-
DSM
1 stop23h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/219:31 pm
DSM
-
SMF
2 stops46h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/1911:53 am
SMF
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OMA
1 stop4h 41m
Frontier
Mon 9/287:29 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop17h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/87:15 pm
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop24h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1210:23 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/911:53 am
SMF
-
DSM
1 stop20h 51m
Frontier
Mon 9/218:30 pm
DSM
-
SMF
1 stop16h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 10/211:35 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop4h 59m
Frontier
Mon 10/57:29 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop17h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/16:23 pm
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop25h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/510:08 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$269
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2912:52 pm
SMF
-
OMA
2 stops23h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 10/23:19 pm
OMA
-
SMF
2 stops22h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/1911:52 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop5h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/289:33 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 10/16:23 pm
SMF
-
DSM
1 stop14h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/51:02 pm
DSM
-
SMF
1 stop20h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$283
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 10/711:53 am
SMF
-
OMA
1 stop4h 41m
Frontier
Sun 10/118:41 pm
OMA
-
SMF
1 stop16h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 10/137:15 pm
SMF
-
DSM
1 stop16h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/192:31 pm
DSM
-
SMF
2 stops29h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$291

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 July 27, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Frontier)

One-way from

$120
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$514
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 27, 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

Wed 10/7

5:40 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/12

9:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$299

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/22

6:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/23

3:20 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$299

SacramentoOmaha

SMF - OMA

SMFOMA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/1

5:10 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/5

6:10 am-1:25 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$304

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/9

4:17 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

5:21 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$347

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/18

2:20 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 11/22

3:42 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$350

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/12

2:00 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops7h 33m

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

5:45 am-9:37 am

1 stop5h 52m

$352

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/19

8:55 am-5:45 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 8/26

7:15 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 10m

$352

SacramentoMoline

SMF - MLI

SMFMLI

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/4

12:16 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 9/12

11:19 am-8:31 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$355

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-9:11 pm

2 stops13h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

7:00 am-1:34 pm

2 stops8h 34m

$357

SacramentoDes Moines

SMF - DSM

SMFDSM

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/9

7:41 pm-10:17 am

2 stops12h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

7:00 am-1:34 pm

2 stops8h 34m

$357

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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 $414). Flying from Sacramento to Iowa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Iowa?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sacramento to Iowa flights typically cost between $410 and $766 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $255 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 9-Sep 21).

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 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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
4,228 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
4,228 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,041 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,836 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,228 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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 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 Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Sacramento to Iowa in about 5h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 25m. 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 $414). Flying from Sacramento to Iowa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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