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$66+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:19 pm
OMA
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LAX
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Mon 5/116:30 am
LAX
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OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 6/18:19 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Tue 6/29:40 am
LAX
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OMA
1 stop7h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$166
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/112:16 pm
DSM
-
LAX
1 stop20h 39m
Frontier
Thu 5/214:31 pm
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop19h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 5/412:34 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/76:30 am
LAX
-
OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$172
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/308:19 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Mon 6/18:59 pm
LAX
-
OMA
1 stop20h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop14h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/146:30 am
LAX
-
OMA
1 stop27h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$181
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/272:36 pm
CID
-
LAX
1 stop11h 35m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:40 am
LAX
-
CID
1 stop25h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$182
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.
Mon 5/118:19 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop5h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/1310:05 pm
LAX
-
OMA
2 stops35h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$183
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:19 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop5h 57m
Frontier
Sun 5/106:30 am
LAX
-
OMA
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$185
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 5/288:19 pm
OMA
-
LAX
1 stop21h 17m
Frontier
Wed 6/39:40 am
LAX
-
OMA
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15$186
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/42:36 pm
CID
-
LAX
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Mon 5/118:59 pm
LAX
-
CID
1 stop14h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/12$187
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/42:36 pm
CID
-
LAX
1 stop20h 19m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:40 am
LAX
-
CID
1 stop25h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$191

Find flight deals from Iowa to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

One-way from

$66
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$326

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Los Angeles 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 April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

10:56 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/16

11:59 pm-10:16 am

1 stop8h 17m

$251

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

6:55 am-1:20 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

12:20 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$256

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 5/23

4:25 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

11:59 pm-10:16 am

1 stop8h 17m

$305

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

Tue 7/28

5:11 am-4:33 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/4

12:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$318

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

5:30 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 13m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

4:10 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$342

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/22

8:25 pm-1:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

12:13 am-9:07 am

1 stop6h 54m

$357

La CrosseLos Angeles

LSE - LAX

LSELAX

La Crosse

Sat 6/27

5:32 pm-12:52 am

1 stop9h 20m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/3

12:56 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 19m

$358

MolineLos Angeles

MLI - LAX

MLILAX

Moline Quad-City

Thu 5/7

2:40 pm-7:21 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/10

11:50 pm-10:04 am

1 stop8h 14m

$369

MolineLos Angeles

MLI - LAX

MLILAX

Moline Quad-City

Tue 7/14

6:44 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/21

12:40 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$369

MolineLos Angeles

MLI - LAX

MLILAX

Moline Quad-City

Fri 7/3

11:08 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/11

11:59 pm-10:22 am

1 stop8h 23m

$369

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $40). Flying from Iowa to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Iowa to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 60% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2026.

The most flights from USIA to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Iowa to Los Angeles?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Iowa?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Iowa. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Iowa to Los Angeles flight route?

    Flights from Iowa to Los Angeles Los Angeles have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Los Angeles?

    Frontier, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Iowa to Los Angeles in just under 7h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1602 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Los Angeles are Allegiant Air ($53), Frontier ($82), and Delta ($110).

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Los Angeles?

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Iowa to Los Angeles is $159. On average you can expect to pay $319. The most popular route, (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $183.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Los Angeles 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 Iowa to Los Angeles?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $40). Flying from Iowa to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 6 airlines flying from Iowa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Los Angeles. 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 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$88Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$127Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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