Iowa

$126+ 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DSM
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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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 February 13, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 5/131:13 pm
SJC
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CID
1 stop7h 54m
Delta
Sat 5/167:00 am
CID
-
SJC
2 stops10h 28m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/152:02 pm
SJC
-
OMA
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 4/225:17 am
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop6h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/1410:55 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop9h 52m
Delta
Tue 4/215:55 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/266:20 am
SJC
-
CID
1 stop7h 20m
Delta
Tue 3/314:20 pm
CID
-
SJC
1 stop6h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 5/1411:41 am
SJC
-
CID
2 stops9h 26m
Delta
Sat 5/167:00 am
CID
-
SJC
2 stops10h 28m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/205:00 pm
SJC
-
OMA
1 stop4h 59m
Delta
Sat 5/2311:11 am
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops8h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/159:59 am
SJC
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OMA
2 stops10h 50m
Delta
Wed 4/228:10 am
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops8h 58m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 4/281:35 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Thu 4/301:35 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 6/272:32 pm
SJC
-
OMA
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Fri 7/31:50 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/166:57 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop14h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/198:59 pm
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops23h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/245:45 am
SJC
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OMA
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Sun 7/2612:27 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop5h 49m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2211:41 am
SJC
-
OMA
2 stops9h 05m
Delta
Sat 5/2311:11 am
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops8h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$341

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 February 13, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$256
(Delta)

One-way from

$126
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$868
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From San Jose to Iowa
One-way flight from San Jose to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($189 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Wed 5/13

1:13 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-3:28 pm

2 stops10h 28m

$256

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 4/14

10:55 pm-10:47 am

1 stop9h 52m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/21

5:55 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$261

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Wed 4/15

8:45 am-10:06 pm

2 stops11h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/22

3:22 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$266

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Thu 3/26

6:20 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 3/31

4:20 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$285

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Thu 5/14

11:41 am-11:07 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-3:28 pm

2 stops10h 28m

$295

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Wed 5/20

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/23

11:11 am-5:15 pm

2 stops8h 04m

$301

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Wed 4/15

9:59 am-10:49 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/22

8:10 am-3:08 pm

2 stops8h 58m

$308

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Sat 6/27

2:32 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/3

1:50 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$321

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Thu 4/16

6:57 pm-11:44 am

1 stop14h 47m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/19

8:59 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops23h 03m

$329

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Fri 5/22

11:41 am-10:46 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/23

11:11 am-5:15 pm

2 stops8h 04m

$341

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from San Jose, California to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 February 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 and United Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Iowa in just under 7h 54m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 27m. San Jose, California and Iowa are separated by a distance of 1628 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $103. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose, California to Iowa for a low price.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Iowa (average of $149). Flying from San Jose, California to Iowa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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
DeltaCheapest$148Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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