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$199+ 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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Oakland

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Round-trip from

$267
(Southwest)

One-way from

$199
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$454
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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 November 6, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 12/36:10 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Wed 12/105:25 amOAK - OMA
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 12/86:20 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Tue 12/94:50 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 11/6$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/206:20 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Mon 11/244:51 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/5$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Fri 12/55:50 amCID - OAK
2 stops20h 18mDelta
Wed 12/175:55 amOAK - CID
2 stops15h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/6$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/612:22 pmCID - OAK
2 stops11h 38mDelta
Tue 12/165:55 amOAK - CID
2 stops14h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/6$386
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sun 12/74:25 pmCID - OAK
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Mon 12/155:55 amOAK - CID
2 stops15h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/6$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 11/186:20 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Sat 11/224:51 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/5$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/265:25 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Sat 1/36:25 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 12/2111:40 amDSM - OAK
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Sat 12/275:20 amOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$472
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/34:25 pmCID - OAK
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Tue 12/164:50 pmOAK - CID
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/6$477
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 12/2311:40 amDSM - OAK
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Sat 12/275:20 amOAK - DSM
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$478
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Tue 11/186:20 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Sun 11/234:51 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/5$479

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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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Oakland that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/3

6:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Oakland

Wed 12/10

5:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$267

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 12/8

6:20 pm-12:08 am

1 stop7h 48m

Oakland

Tue 12/9

4:50 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 18m

$268

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/26

3:05 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Oakland

Mon 3/2

6:35 pm-2:12 pm

1 stop17h 37m

$269

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/7

3:05 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Oakland

Tue 3/17

6:35 pm-2:12 pm

1 stop17h 37m

$289

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/10

6:10 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Oakland

Wed 3/11

5:05 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 04m

$318

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Mon 12/8

12:22 pm-12:08 am

2 stops13h 46m

Oakland

Tue 12/16

4:50 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$376

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Mon 12/8

12:22 pm-12:08 am

2 stops13h 46m

Oakland

Mon 12/15

5:55 am-11:19 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$376

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Mon 12/8

12:22 pm-12:08 am

2 stops13h 46m

Oakland

Wed 12/17

5:55 am-11:19 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$376

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Tue 12/9

5:50 am-12:08 am

2 stops20h 18m

Oakland

Wed 12/17

5:55 am-11:19 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$376

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Fri 12/5

5:50 am-12:08 am

2 stops20h 18m

Oakland

Mon 12/15

5:55 am-11:19 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$376

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $108). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Oakland, California?

    Southwest, Delta, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Iowa to Oakland, California in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 58m. The distance between Iowa and Oakland, California is about 1418 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $199. Users have also found prices from $220 and $424 on Delta and Allegiant Air, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Oakland, California are Omaha Eppley Airfield - Oakland, Des Moines - 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $108). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$388Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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