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$213+ 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DSM
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$337
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$213
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$392
From Santa Barbara to Iowa
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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 August 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/194:36 pmSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/215:11 amDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/264:39 pmSBA - CID
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/305:08 amCID - SBA
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/126:05 amSBA - DSM
2 stops15h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/145:11 amDSM - SBA
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 8/266:00 amSBA - CID
2 stops12h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/304:30 pmCID - SBA
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:17 pmSBA - CID
2 stops7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/151:49 pmCID - SBA
2 stops10h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/225:30 amSBA - CID
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/293:15 pmCID - SBA
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/226:52 pmSBA - CID
2 stops13h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/304:30 pmCID - SBA
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/226:52 pmSBA - CID
2 stops13h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/26:30 amCID - SBA
2 stops11h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/275:50 amSBA - CID
2 stops14h 55mDelta
Sat 10/44:14 pmCID - SBA
2 stops8h 18mDelta
Deal found 8/11$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/284:39 pmSBA - CID
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/25:08 amCID - SBA
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/254:39 pmSBA - CID
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/55:09 amCID - SBA
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/196:52 pmSBA - DSM
2 stops13h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/216:00 amDSM - SBA
2 stops9h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$437

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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 August 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/19

4:36 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

5:11 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 20m

$337

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

4:39 pm-12:17 am

1 stop5h 38m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/30

5:08 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 14m

$339

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/12

6:05 am-11:06 pm

2 stops15h 01m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

5:11 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 20m

$342

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-8:24 pm

2 stops12h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/30

4:30 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$344

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

4:36 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/15

8:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$344

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/30

8:13 am-10:47 pm

2 stops12h 34m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/3

4:13 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops7h 49m

$349

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/25

1:17 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 10/2

11:38 am-10:17 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$349

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/27

5:15 am-12:49 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/29

3:15 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$379

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/25

1:17 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/29

5:09 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 22m

$379

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/22

6:05 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/30

8:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$379

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Santa Barbara to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 August 13, 2025.
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
8,920 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

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
8,920 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

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.

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

    The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Iowa is Santa Barbara - Des Moines. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Cedar Rapids 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Santa Barbara to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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