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$294+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Iowa

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — DSM
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 8/298:10 amSBP - CID
2 stops11h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/58:54 amCID - SBP
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/2912:25 pmSBP - OMA
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/32:35 pmOMA - SBP
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/305:15 amSBP - OMA
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/25:16 pmOMA - SBP
2 stops8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/144:35 pmSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/215:35 amDSM - SBP
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$423
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 8/2912:18 pmSBP - CID
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/58:16 amCID - SBP
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/146:00 pmSBP - DSM
2 stops14h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/212:57 pmDSM - SBP
2 stops11h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$489

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San Luis ObispoCedar Rapids

SBP - CID

SBPCID

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 8/29

8:10 am-9:30 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 9/5

8:54 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$294

San Luis ObispoOmaha

SBP - OMA

SBPOMA

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 5/29

12:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/3

2:35 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$339

San Luis ObispoOmaha

SBP - OMA

SBPOMA

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 5/30

5:15 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/2

5:16 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$354

San Luis ObispoDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 7/14

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

5:35 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 19m

$423

San Luis ObispoCedar Rapids

SBP - CID

SBPCID

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 8/29

12:18 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Cedar Rapids

Fri 9/5

8:16 am-3:14 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$423

San Luis ObispoDes Moines

SBP - DSM

SBPDSM

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 7/14

6:00 pm-10:29 am

2 stops14h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

2:57 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$489

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Deals found on 4/29

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Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from San Luis Obispo to Iowa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Luis Obispo County (SBP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Iowa. It is only a 3.3 mi journey to County (SBP) from San Luis Obispo’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Luis Obispo to Iowa?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Luis Obispo 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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