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$369+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Jun 12 — Jun 191
Fri 6/12
Fri 6/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Iowa

Cheapest flights from San José to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 13, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 8/279:00 am
SJO
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DSM
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Mon 9/145:40 am
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops14h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/912:30 am
SJO
-
CID
2 stops21h 21m
United Airlines
Thu 6/182:42 pm
CID
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SJO
2 stops32h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1112:30 am
SJO
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CID
2 stops36h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 6/187:54 am
CID
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SJO
2 stops36h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2512:30 am
SJO
-
CID
2 stops45h 12m
United Airlines
Fri 7/38:00 am
CID
-
SJO
2 stops27h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$603
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/812:30 am
SJO
-
CID
2 stops21h 21m
United Airlines
Thu 6/187:54 am
CID
-
SJO
2 stops39h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/107:55 am
SJO
-
CID
2 stops25h 08m
United Airlines
Fri 6/196:30 pm
CID
-
SJO
2 stops27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$624
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/119:35 am
SJO
-
CID
1 stop21h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/1710:12 am
CID
-
SJO
1 stop23h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$629
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1112:30 am
SJO
-
CID
2 stops36h 36m
United Airlines
Tue 6/167:54 am
CID
-
SJO
2 stops28h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$651
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 6/39:00 am
SJO
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DSM
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Sat 6/66:10 am
DSM
-
SJO
1 stop14h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11$659
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/97:07 am
SJO
-
CID
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/1710:12 am
CID
-
SJO
1 stop23h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$670
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1112:30 am
SJO
-
CID
2 stops36h 36m
United Airlines
Fri 6/192:42 pm
CID
-
SJO
2 stops31h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$671
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/29:00 am
SJO
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DSM
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Fri 6/51:30 pm
DSM
-
SJO
2 stops22h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11$675

Find flight deals from San José to Iowa

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$519
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$369
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Iowa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/25

12:30 am-10:42 pm

2 stops45h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 7/3

8:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops27h 11m

$603

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/10

7:55 am-10:03 am

2 stops25h 08m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/19

6:30 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$624

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Des Moines

Sat 6/6

5:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$659

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/21

7:55 am-10:42 pm

2 stops13h 47m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 7/30

8:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops27h 11m

$678

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/30

12:30 am-4:55 pm

2 stops39h 25m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 7/15

8:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops27h 11m

$681

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

12:30 am-10:51 pm

2 stops21h 21m

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

11:23 am-10:11 am

2 stops23h 48m

$688
Quickest round-trip

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

11:41 pm-9:11 am

1 stop8h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

5:12 am-2:37 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$692

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

2:11 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

5:12 am-2:37 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$692

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/13

1:29 pm-11:17 am

2 stops20h 48m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 8/17

6:46 pm-11:34 am

2 stops17h 48m

$692

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

11:13 am-10:35 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

6:20 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 19m

$692

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Deals found on 5/11

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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 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from San José to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,706 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,706 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 José to Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Iowa from San José, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Iowa?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from San José to Iowa in about 8h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 36h 42m. The distance between San José and Iowa is about 2253 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San José to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 May 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$566Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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