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$239+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DSM
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 24, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 8/54:39 pm
SBA
-
CID
1 stop5h 42m
American Airlines
Wed 8/125:08 am
CID
-
SBA
1 stop8h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/75:00 am
SBA
-
CID
1 stop7h 11m
United Airlines
Wed 2/118:50 am
CID
-
SBA
1 stop6h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/23$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/145:00 am
SBA
-
CID
1 stop7h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 2/184:40 pm
CID
-
SBA
1 stop6h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/23$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 3/54:40 pm
SBA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 19m
American Airlines
Sun 3/86:23 pm
DSM
-
SBA
1 stop6h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/141:02 pm
SBA
-
DSM
1 stop5h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 2/189:04 am
DSM
-
SBA
1 stop6h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/22$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 5/296:00 am
SBA
-
CID
2 stops9h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 6/33:14 pm
CID
-
SBA
2 stops10h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/22$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/312:59 pm
SBA
-
MLI
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 2/78:46 am
MLI
-
SBA
1 stop6h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/22$539

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Iowa

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Round-trip from

$359
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$239
(American Airlines)

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September

Average price

$376
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 January 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa that are best for you.

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Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/7

5:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/11

8:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$359

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/14

5:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/18

8:51 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$399

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/29

1:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/3

9:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$399

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/5

6:19 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

5:15 am-9:42 am

1 stop6h 27m

$420

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/14

1:02 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

9:04 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$462

Santa BarbaraMoline

SBA - MLI

SBAMLI

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/3

12:59 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/7

8:46 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$539

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/22

7:05 pm-9:01 am

2 stops11h 56m

$239

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/22

2:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$284

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/22

6:00 am-8:07 pm

3 stops12h 07m

$2,962

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Deals found on 1/22

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa (average of $78). Flying from Santa Barbara to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 January 24, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Santa Barbara 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
9,194 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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
9,194 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Iowa in 5h 09m. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Santa Barbara and Iowa is about 1500 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Iowa is Santa Barbara - Cedar Rapids. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Des Moines or Santa Barbara - Moline Quad-City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa (average of $78). Flying from Santa Barbara to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Iowa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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