$82+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DSM
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to IowaExplore 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 January 21, 2026.
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 January 21, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/186:55 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop7h 10m
Frontier
Mon 2/231:59 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/116:55 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop7h 10m
Frontier
Wed 2/185:00 pm
OMA
- SFO
2 stops16h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/1911:09 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Mon 2/231:59 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/117:15 pm
SFO
- OMA
2 stops13h 22m
Frontier
Mon 2/167:19 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop28h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19![Frontier logo]()
$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/196:15 am
SFO
- DSM
1 stop10h 32m
Frontier
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
- SFO
1 stop28h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20![Frontier logo]()
$201
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/28:47 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop15h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/103:11 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop7h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/266:15 am
SFO
- CID
1 stop10h 57m
Frontier
Sun 3/17:36 pm
CID
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20![Frontier logo]()
$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 3/269:04 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop21h 15m
Frontier
Mon 3/309:04 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop5h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/106:18 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop17h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/167:19 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop28h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$245
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/89:00 pm
SFO
- OMA
1 stop21h 14m
Frontier
Sun 4/128:59 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop5h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 1/21![Frontier logo]()
$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/128:43 am
SFO
- OMA
1 stop25h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/167:19 pm
OMA
- SFO
1 stop28h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/136:00 am
SFO
- CID
1 stop7h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/2012:57 pm
CID
- SFO
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$260
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Iowa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Expedia 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $154 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $82 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $731 |
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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
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Thu 2/19
6:15 am-6:47 pm
1 stop10h 32m
Des Moines
Mon 2/23
7:17 pm-10:01 pm
1 stop28h 44m
$201
San FranciscoCedar Rapids
SFO - CID
SFOCID
San Francisco
Thu 2/26
6:15 am-7:12 pm
1 stop10h 57m
Cedar Rapids
Sun 3/1
7:36 pm-12:28 am
1 stop6h 52m
$235
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Tue 3/10
12:55 pm-6:26 pm
Nonstop3h 31m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 3/17
7:23 am-9:45 am
Nonstop4h 22m
$249
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Thu 2/12
5:10 am-12:40 pm
1 stop5h 30m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 2/16
7:23 am-9:45 am
Nonstop4h 22m
$259
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Wed 2/11
9:50 am-4:52 pm
1 stop5h 02m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 2/17
5:50 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop8h 04m
$269
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Fri 5/1
10:35 pm-10:39 am
1 stop10h 04m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sat 5/2
5:55 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop6h 20m
$269
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Fri 5/22
6:00 am-5:45 pm
1 stop9h 45m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Wed 5/27
6:15 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop7h 37m
$270
San FranciscoOmaha
SFO - OMA
SFOOMA
San Francisco
Tue 3/10
6:45 am-4:45 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Tue 3/17
1:55 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$274
San FranciscoSioux City
SFO - SUX
SFOSUX
San Francisco
Tue 6/2
5:20 am-5:32 pm
1 stop10h 12m
Sioux City Sioux Gateway
Sun 6/7
6:00 am-9:29 am
1 stop5h 29m
$274
San FranciscoDes Moines
SFO - DSM
SFODSM
San Francisco
Wed 2/4
9:44 am-3:40 pm
1 stop27h 56m
Des Moines
Sun 2/8
8:30 am-12:54 pm
2 stops30h 24m
$276
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Iowa?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from San Francisco to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Iowa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$149 | Average$321 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$263 | Average$416 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$559 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$346 | Average$426 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |