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$84+ 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sun 8/2
Sun 8/9
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 July 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/248:38 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop28h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/276:55 am
LAX
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DSM
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/289:31 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/110:27 pm
LAX
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DSM
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 9/119:31 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1610:27 pm
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/119:31 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop15h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/173:15 pm
LAX
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DSM
1 stop26h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:06 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop23h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/206:55 am
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 9/119:31 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/151:17 pm
LAX
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DSM
1 stop23h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sun 9/139:56 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop22h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1610:27 pm
LAX
-
DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/168:00 am
DSM
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LAX
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/1610:27 pm
LAX
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DSM
1 stop20h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/79:21 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop14h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/1110:00 am
LAX
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DSM
1 stop25h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/1710:06 pm
DSM
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LAX
1 stop13h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/246:55 am
LAX
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DSM
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$212
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 8/18:24 pm
CID
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LAX
1 stop14h 06m
Frontier
Sat 8/89:05 pm
LAX
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CID
1 stop15h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 7/2$241
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/303:01 pm
CID
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LAX
1 stop11h 10m
Frontier
Tue 8/116:30 am
LAX
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CID
1 stop5h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/3$250

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 July 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$357 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 3, 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 9/12

1:10 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

5:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$305

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Tue 9/29

11:31 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/12

11:59 pm-10:11 am

1 stop8h 12m

$341

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Thu 11/19

5:35 am-9:34 am

1 stop5h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/23

7:00 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$343

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/25

12:20 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$349

Sioux CityLos Angeles

SUX - LAX

SUXLAX

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Thu 8/20

11:30 am-3:02 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/30

7:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$349

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/22

8:40 am-5:45 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

10:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$359

Mason CityLos Angeles

MCW - LAX

MCWLAX

Mason City

Sat 11/21

10:10 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/9

10:45 pm-9:14 am

1 stop8h 29m

$380

Mason CityLos Angeles

MCW - LAX

MCWLAX

Mason City

Wed 7/15

7:10 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/18

12:13 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 57m

$384

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 11/6

1:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/10

10:45 am-8:45 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$386

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 9/5

7:20 am-2:00 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

10:10 am-8:45 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$386

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $54). 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 July 3, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Iowa to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 59% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 have been viewed 17 times in the past calendar month.

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

    United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Iowa to Los Angeles in just under 7h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 32m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1327 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Los Angeles consider Des Moines - Los Angeles, Omaha Eppley Airfield - 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 $218. On average you can expect to pay $428. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $187.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $54). 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 7 airlines flying from Iowa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 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 July 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$89Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$225Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$284Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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