Iowa

$151+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DSM
Jun 20 — Jun 271
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Iowa

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 21, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/146:00 am
SJC
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OMA
1 stop4h 56m
Delta
Tue 7/218:10 am
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Deal found 5/18$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/15:01 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop4h 57m
Delta
Wed 7/85:50 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/20$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/276:00 am
SJC
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OMA
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Wed 7/155:50 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/18$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2810:00 pm
SJC
-
CID
2 stops11h 16m
Delta
Wed 6/34:11 pm
CID
-
SJC
2 stops9h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/20$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 7/222:20 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Sun 7/269:00 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop12h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/101:30 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Fri 8/146:20 am
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/21$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sun 6/710:00 pm
SJC
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MLI
1 stop10h 16m
Delta
Tue 6/235:17 pm
MLI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 40m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Fri 8/219:51 am
SJC
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MLI
2 stops10h 37m
Delta
Sun 8/306:00 am
MLI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 28m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 8/1311:33 am
SJC
-
CID
2 stops9h 27m
Delta
Mon 8/176:50 am
CID
-
SJC
2 stops9h 23m
Delta
Deal found 5/16$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Fri 8/219:51 am
SJC
-
MLI
2 stops10h 37m
Delta
Sat 8/296:00 am
MLI
-
SJC
2 stops12h 09m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/15:01 pm
SJC
-
OMA
1 stop4h 57m
Delta
Thu 7/95:50 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/20$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/35:01 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop4h 57m
Delta
Fri 7/105:50 pm
OMA
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SJC
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/20$361

Find flight deals from San Jose to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated May 21, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$301
(Delta)

One-way from

$151
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$442
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From San Jose to Iowa
One-way flight from San Jose to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($206 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 21, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 7/14

6:20 am-4:49 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/22

8:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$301

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 7/21

1:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 7/25

7:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$336

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Fri 8/21

12:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop7h 28m

$349
Quickest round-trip

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Fri 8/14

3:10 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/16

6:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 30m

$361

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Mon 7/13

5:01 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 7/18

1:30 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$361

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Thu 6/25

4:05 pm-1:55 am

1 stop7h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 6/28

6:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 05m

$361

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Tue 6/16

10:00 pm-10:16 am

1 stop10h 16m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 7/3

11:08 am-7:35 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$374

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Sat 8/29

12:51 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

$377

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Thu 7/30

5:00 pm-1:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/3

7:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$377

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Thu 8/13

11:33 am-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-4:15 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$379

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Iowa?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Iowa (average of $148). Flying from San Jose, California to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Jose, California to Iowa?

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 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Jose to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Iowa from San Jose, you will be flying from San Jose, which is the city’s only airport. San Jose (SJC) is located 2.9 mi from the center of San Jose.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Iowa?

    Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Iowa in just under 6h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 48m. San Jose, California and Iowa are separated by a distance of 1628 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose, California to Iowa?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Iowa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Iowa (average of $148). Flying from San Jose, California to Iowa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Iowa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$269Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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