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$68+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DSM
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Expedia)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$542
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:24 amSFO - OMA
1 stop11h 23mFrontier
Tue 12/308:42 pmOMA - SFO
2 stops27h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$169
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:31 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop15h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:24 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$196
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:20 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop17h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/188:42 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop5h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2210:03 pmSFO - DSM
2 stops19h 21mFrontier
Tue 11/257:46 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$223
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:20 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop17h 54mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/123:10 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop9h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/12$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:41 amSFO - OMA
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Mon 12/18:36 pmOMA - SFO
2 stops50h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:20 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Wed 12/104:25 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Deal found 11/12$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:48 amSFO - DSM
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Fri 12/127:58 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:30 amSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 01mFrontier
Sun 12/72:18 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:24 amSFO - OMA
1 stop11h 23mFrontier
Thu 1/18:42 pmOMA - SFO
2 stops20h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/912:40 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/105:25 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:32 amSFO - DSM
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Sun 11/238:19 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$263

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

6:20 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop17h 54m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 12/12

3:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$228

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

6:30 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

7:58 pm-12:24 am

1 stop6h 26m

$251

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Sat 12/6

6:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/10

4:25 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$251

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Wed 12/17

1:35 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops7h 44m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/7

4:15 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$256

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

8:35 am-4:12 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 2/15

7:23 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$259

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 12/16

4:50 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/17

5:07 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 33m

$261

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

11:56 am-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 12/7

8:16 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$269

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

10:45 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 53m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 12/7

5:07 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$269

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Tue 12/16

12:30 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops8h 34m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/17

8:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 45m

$272

OaklandOmaha

OAK - OMA

OAKOMA

Oakland

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 12/18

5:20 am-9:25 am

1 stop6h 05m

$273

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 XIH to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 November 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 13, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,017 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,051 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
3,109 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.

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  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa?

    Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa will take you 7h 25m. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa is about 1628 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa are Frontier ($68), United Airlines ($131), and Delta ($134).

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 Bay Area to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$149Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$350Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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