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$95+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Iowa

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$95
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$464
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/299:42 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Thu 6/58:00 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/176:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Tue 5/206:05 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/29$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2312:21 amSFO - OMA
1 stop9h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/277:40 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2912:40 amSFO - CID
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Wed 6/46:25 amCID - SFO
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/30$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/286:15 amSFO - MLI
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Fri 6/205:27 pmMLI - SFO
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/30$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/3010:20 amSFO - CID
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/44:30 pmCID - SFO
1 stop9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2811:49 pmSFO - MLI
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/73:55 pmMLI - SFO
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/215:05 amSFO - MLI
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/283:45 pmMLI - SFO
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$305
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/156:35 amSFO - OMA
1 stop11h 27mFrontier
Mon 5/199:02 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop28h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 8/412:52 amSFO - DSM
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Tue 8/195:45 amDSM - SFO
1 stop10h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/30$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/146:30 amSFO - CID
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/25:23 pmCID - SFO
1 stop8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$314
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/203:34 pmSFO - DSM
1 stop24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2210:22 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop24h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$321

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Iowa that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

9:42 am-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 6/5

8:00 pm-12:29 am

1 stop6h 29m

$258

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/20

6:05 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$267

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Fri 5/23

12:21 am-11:44 am

1 stop9h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/27

7:40 pm-12:22 am

1 stop6h 42m

$269

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Thu 5/29

12:40 am-11:17 am

1 stop8h 37m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/4

6:25 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

$273

San FranciscoMoline

SFO - MLI

SFOMLI

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

6:15 am-4:34 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 6/20

5:27 pm-12:54 am

1 stop9h 27m

$273

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

10:20 am-6:41 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/4

4:30 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$289

San FranciscoMoline

SFO - MLI

SFOMLI

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:49 pm-10:42 am

1 stop8h 53m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/7

3:55 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$289

San FranciscoMoline

SFO - MLI

SFOMLI

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

5:05 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/28

3:45 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$305

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

6:35 am-8:02 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/19

9:02 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop28h 34m

$310

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

6:30 am-2:14 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 6/2

5:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$314

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Iowa

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 SFO to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 San Francisco 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 Francisco to Iowa?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Iowa. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    $95 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $119 and $120, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Francisco to Iowa consider San Francisco - Omaha Eppley Airfield, San Francisco - Des Moines or San Francisco - Cedar Rapids as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$109Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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