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$100+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Francisco (SFO)

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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Francisco

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$100
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:11 pmCID - SFO
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Sun 5/116:35 amSFO - CID
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:20 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop21h 57mFrontier
Mon 5/126:35 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$208
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.
Thu 7/242:03 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Sat 7/2612:44 amSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/29$253
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/66:55 amOMA - SFO
Nonstop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/93:50 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$259
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/137:36 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/203:23 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$270
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:01 pmCID - SFO
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/46:30 amSFO - CID
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$273
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 5/284:11 pmCID - SFO
2 stops8h 58mDelta
Wed 6/46:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/30$278
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/257:51 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 18mFrontier
Wed 5/288:45 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop11h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$280
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.
Fri 8/85:55 amMLI - SFO
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Sat 8/166:00 amSFO - MLI
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/29$289
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/173:36 pmALO - SFO
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/48:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/216:25 amOMA - SFO
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/288:45 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$292
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:00 amMLI - SFO
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/46:19 amSFO - MLI
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$294

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Francisco 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 San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

7:20 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop21h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

8:56 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$228

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 7/24

2:03 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

12:44 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 33m

$253

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Fri 5/16

8:16 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 53m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

9:42 am-7:05 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$258

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/6

6:55 am-8:43 am

Nonstop3h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

3:50 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$259

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/28

8:05 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

6:30 am-2:08 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$259

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 6/13

7:36 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 36m

San Francisco

Fri 6/20

3:23 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$270

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/28

11:57 am-5:47 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$273

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/25

7:51 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

8:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop11h 40m

$280

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Tue 6/17

3:36 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

8:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$289

MolineSan Francisco

MLI - SFO

MLISFO

Moline Quad-City

Fri 8/8

5:55 am-11:34 am

1 stop7h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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 San Francisco. 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 San Francisco from Iowa?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to San Francisco one-way?

    $100 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $119 and $135, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to San Francisco?

    The most popular route from Iowa to San Francisco is Omaha Eppley Airfield - San Francisco. You may also consider Cedar Rapids - San Francisco or Des Moines - San Francisco.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 5 airlines flying from Iowa to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Francisco. 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
FrontierCheapest$108Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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