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$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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DSM
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:00 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/69:05 amOMA - SJC
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/26:20 amSJC - OMA
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Sat 12/67:55 amOMA - SJC
2 stops11h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/17$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:20 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Wed 1/74:15 pmCID - SJC
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/16$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 12/316:20 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Tue 1/64:15 pmCID - SJC
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/16$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/210:25 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop10h 13mDelta
Sat 12/63:30 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/17$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:56 amSJC - CID
2 stops11h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/105:15 amCID - SJC
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/16$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:40 pmSJC - CID
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/68:47 amCID - SJC
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Tue 12/306:20 amSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Tue 1/64:21 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 11/16$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/122:37 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/142:38 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/16$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Mon 12/296:20 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Wed 1/74:15 pmCID - SJC
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/16$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Fri 12/122:05 pmSJC - OMA
2 stops8h 03mDelta
Sun 12/146:20 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 11/16$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 12/315:40 pmSJC - MLI
2 stops20h 36mDelta
Wed 1/75:51 amMLI - SJC
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/16$367

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Iowa

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Round-trip from

$261
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(Delta)

Popular in

February

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May

Average price

$438
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Iowa that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 12/2

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 12/6

9:05 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$261

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 12/2

6:20 am-4:49 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 12/6

7:55 am-5:20 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$266

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Sat 4/11

6:30 am-3:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/15

4:15 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$289

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 1/20

6:02 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop18h 09m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/22

3:07 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$290

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 1/20

6:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/22

6:55 am-12:30 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$296

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Mon 1/19

10:45 pm-10:05 am

1 stop9h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$296

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Tue 1/20

11:40 am-11:54 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/22

9:00 am-7:12 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$301

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Thu 12/18

9:56 am-11:10 pm

2 stops11h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/10

5:15 am-10:57 am

1 stop7h 42m

$319

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Mon 5/4

8:10 am-11:11 pm

1 stop13h 01m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/5

3:05 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$320

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Tue 12/2

8:30 pm-10:21 am

2 stops11h 51m

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

3:30 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$322

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Iowa

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 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 SJC to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose, California to Iowa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 17, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,008 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
9,014 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
11,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.

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?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Iowa in just under 5h. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 09m. San Jose, California and Iowa are separated by a distance of 1411 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 $126. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, 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?

    When deciding which route to take from San Jose, California to Iowa consider San Jose - Omaha Eppley Airfield, San Jose - Des Moines or San Jose - Cedar Rapids as they are the most popular.

  • 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 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$229Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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