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$93+ 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DSM
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$166
(Priceline)

One-way from

$93
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$432
From San Francisco to Iowa
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1110:45 amSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Sun 9/147:40 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 36mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$166
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:37 amSFO - CID
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Tue 8/127:16 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$174
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:26 amSFO - DSM
1 stop5h 57mFrontier
Sun 8/243:23 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop10h 56mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$202
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 7/3110:37 amSFO - DSM
2 stops23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/310:31 pmDSM - SFO
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$220
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 8/132:45 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 8/203:14 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop9h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/28$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 12/212:40 amSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Sun 12/71:25 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/30$237
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:26 amSFO - OMA
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/253:14 pmOMA - SFO
2 stops10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 9/114:55 pmSFO - OMA
Nonstop3h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/147:30 amOMA - SFO
Nonstop3h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/132:45 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 14mAlaska Airlines
Fri 8/153:14 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29$252
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 7/1611:20 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/309:30 pmCID - SFO
1 stop24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:15 amSFO - OMA
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Thu 8/217:00 amOMA - SFO
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/1412:45 amSFO - OMA
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/226:19 amOMA - SFO
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$270

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

10:45 am-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 9/14

7:40 pm-12:16 am

1 stop6h 36m

$166

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

6:37 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 8/12

7:16 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$174

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

6:26 am-2:23 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

3:23 pm-12:19 am

1 stop10h 56m

$202

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

10:37 am-12:35 pm

2 stops23h 58m

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

10:31 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$220

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/20

3:14 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$223

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

12:50 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/6

6:00 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$237

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

6:26 am-7:04 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/25

3:14 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$243

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

4:55 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 9/14

7:30 am-9:12 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$249

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 8/15

3:14 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$252

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

11:20 am-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 7/30

9:30 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop24h 14m

$262

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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 $405). 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 July 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.

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 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,974 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,538 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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?

    $93 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $118 and $119, 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 - Cedar Rapids or San Francisco - Des Moines 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 $405). 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$239Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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