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$79+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DSM
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$142
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Trip.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$395
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:40 amSAN - OMA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Wed 11/194:10 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/257:00 amSAN - OMA
1 stop11h 04mFrontier
Mon 10/278:59 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop18h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/292:24 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop26h 27mFrontier
Mon 11/38:51 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop18h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$155
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/17:15 amSAN - OMA
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/43:38 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 10/301:47 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/41:45 pmOMA - SAN
2 stops8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 10/276:41 amSAN - OMA
1 stop11h 23mFrontier
Sun 11/27:46 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop17h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/306:41 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 11/38:51 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop18h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/257:00 amSAN - OMA
1 stop11h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/307:46 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop17h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/146:41 amSAN - OMA
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Sun 11/167:46 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 11/25:41 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Fri 11/78:51 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop27h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/257:00 amSAN - OMA
1 stop11h 04mFrontier
Sun 10/268:59 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$194
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/166:41 amSAN - DSM
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Wed 10/222:37 pmDSM - SAN
1 stop11h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$197

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 11/12

6:40 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 11/19

10:40 am-4:55 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$147

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 11/12

9:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-9:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

$167

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Sat 11/1

7:15 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/4

3:38 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$167

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Thu 10/16

6:41 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

2:37 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$201

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Thu 10/2

6:35 am-6:44 pm

1 stop10h 09m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/6

2:16 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$202

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Thu 9/25

6:35 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/29

2:16 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$220

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Fri 10/24

6:25 am-10:37 pm

1 stop14h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

3:40 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$226

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Mon 9/22

6:35 am-7:31 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 9/26

8:16 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$228

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Thu 10/23

3:59 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop28h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

3:40 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$230

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Sat 10/11

6:15 am-4:11 pm

2 stops7h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/12

3:06 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$232

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Diego to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 SAN to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 September 15, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Iowa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Iowa, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,172 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Iowa?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Iowa. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Iowa?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from San Diego to Iowa in just under 5h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 27m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1310 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $84 and $84, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from San Diego to Iowa are San Diego - Omaha Eppley Airfield, San Diego - Des Moines and San Diego - Moline Quad-City.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Diego to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Iowa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$75Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$132Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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