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$144+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Oakland, CA (OAK)

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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Oakland

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FlightHub
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$144
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431
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Find flight deals from Iowa to Oakland

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:10 pmCID - OAK
1 stop26h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/45:45 amOAK - CID
2 stops13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/187:35 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Wed 8/135:30 amOAK - OMA
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$256
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/131:24 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/205:30 amOAK - DSM
2 stops33h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$347
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:05 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Wed 6/44:55 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/29$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:49 amMLI - OAK
3 stops39h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/411:51 amOAK - MLI
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$356
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/314:13 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/27:00 amOAK - OMA
1 stop6h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:00 amDSM - OAK
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Sun 8/173:55 pmOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 5/1$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:14 pmDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 39mDelta
Sat 11/155:55 amOAK - DSM
2 stops9h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/30$453
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1811:38 amOMA - OAK
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/2311:49 amOAK - OMA
2 stops27h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$542
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:00 amDSM - OAK
2 stops10h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/117:50 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops11h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$597
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2912:18 pmCID - OAK
2 stops13h 28mAlaska Airlines
Thu 6/57:00 amOAK - CID
2 stops10h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$653
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/35:55 amCID - OAK
2 stops12h 28mDelta
Tue 5/612:55 pmOAK - CID
2 stops7h 59mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,833

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Oakland 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Oakland that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/28

8:10 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop26h 04m

Oakland

Wed 6/4

5:45 am-8:50 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$183

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/18

7:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Oakland

Wed 8/13

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$256

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

1:24 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Oakland

Fri 6/20

5:30 am-5:16 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$347

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/28

6:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Oakland

Wed 6/4

4:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$349

MolineOakland

MLI - OAK

MLIOAK

Moline Quad-City

Wed 5/28

8:49 am-10:25 pm

3 stops39h 36m

Oakland

Wed 6/4

11:51 am-11:46 am

1 stop21h 55m

$356

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/31

4:13 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Oakland

Mon 6/2

7:00 am-3:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$377

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

7:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 35m

Oakland

Sun 8/17

3:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$389

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/18

11:38 am-6:53 pm

3 stops33h 15m

Oakland

Wed 7/23

11:49 am-5:47 pm

2 stops27h 58m

$542

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

5:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Oakland

Sat 10/11

7:50 pm-9:33 am

2 stops11h 43m

$597

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Thu 5/29

12:18 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops13h 28m

Oakland

Thu 6/5

7:00 am-7:23 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$653

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Oakland

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Iowa to Oakland, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Oakland. 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 Oakland from Iowa?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to Oakland.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Oakland, California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $162 and $218 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Oakland, California?

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Oakland, California are Des Moines - Oakland, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Oakland and Cedar Rapids - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Oakland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Oakland 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 Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 Iowa to Oakland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Iowa to Oakland. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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