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$141+ 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DSM
May 15 — May 221
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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 April 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/512:46 pm
SJC
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CID
2 stops9h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 5/68:06 am
CID
-
SJC
1 stop6h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/14$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/72:12 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop19h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:10 am
SJC
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OMA
1 stop5h 34m
American Airlines
Fri 5/155:46 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop7h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/12$321
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:19 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/108:19 pm
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops18h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/153:25 pm
SJC
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OMA
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/197:00 am
OMA
-
SJC
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/12$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Sat 9/56:30 am
SJC
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CID
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Mon 9/77:00 am
CID
-
SJC
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Deal found 4/11$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Sat 8/156:30 am
SJC
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CID
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Sat 8/225:45 am
CID
-
SJC
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Deal found 4/11$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Sat 9/56:30 am
SJC
-
CID
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Sun 9/67:00 am
CID
-
SJC
2 stops11h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/11$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:30 am
SJC
-
DSM
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:30 pm
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/11$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 9/47:15 am
SJC
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OMA
1 stop8h 29m
Delta
Sun 9/612:27 pm
OMA
-
SJC
1 stop5h 49m
Delta
Deal found 4/13$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/62:33 pm
SJC
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DSM
1 stop7h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 5/911:40 am
DSM
-
SJC
2 stops11h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/44:18 pm
SJC
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DSM
1 stop5h 38m
American Airlines
Tue 5/122:39 pm
DSM
-
SJC
1 stop5h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13$365

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 April 15, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$296
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$141
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$482
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From San Jose to Iowa
One-way flight from San Jose to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($206 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Tue 5/5

12:46 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops9h 04m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/6

8:06 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$296

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Sat 9/5

6:30 am-3:44 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 9/6

5:45 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 48m

$350

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sat 5/2

6:30 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

6:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$357

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Thu 9/3

12:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/8

5:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$369

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Wed 5/27

6:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/30

4:42 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$369

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Sat 9/5

12:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/8

5:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$369

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Sat 5/9

2:33 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/13

6:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$371
Quickest round-trip

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Fri 6/19

6:50 pm-1:45 am

1 stop4h 55m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 6/21

6:15 am-9:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

$377

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Sat 8/15

6:30 am-3:44 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/22

12:05 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops12h 36m

$384

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Fri 9/4

10:20 pm-10:26 am

1 stop10h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 9/6

5:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$394

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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.

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 April 15, 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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Iowa in just under 7h 09m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 55m. 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 $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$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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