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$159+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Jose, CA (SJC)

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJC
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/137:46 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Mon 11/1712:27 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/245:00 amOMA - SJC
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:00 amSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/152:18 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/182:38 pmSJC - CID
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 11/246:20 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Tue 12/22:05 pmSJC - OMA
2 stops8h 03mDelta
Deal found 10/29$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Wed 12/247:10 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/312:30 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/157:00 amCID - SJC
2 stops8h 23mDelta
Tue 11/189:40 amSJC - CID
2 stops10h 58mDelta
Deal found 10/28$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/26:05 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/62:38 pmSJC - CID
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/198:29 pmDSM - SJC
2 stops48h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:36 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop17h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/194:22 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Fri 11/286:15 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 10/29$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/192:38 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/242:27 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/135:00 amCID - SJC
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/172:38 pmSJC - CID
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/218:30 amDSM - SJC
1 stop12h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/283:27 pmSJC - DSM
2 stops26h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$360

Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Jose

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to San Jose flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$215
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$159
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$462
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Jose 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to San Jose that are best for you.

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Iowa

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San Jose

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Return

Price

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/24

5:00 am-10:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

San Jose

Tue 12/2

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$282

Cedar RapidsSan Jose

CID - SJC

CIDSJC

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

2:18 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 13m

San Jose

Tue 11/18

2:38 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$295

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/24

6:20 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

San Jose

Tue 12/2

2:05 pm-12:08 am

2 stops8h 03m

$299

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/24

7:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

San Jose

Wed 12/31

2:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$303

Cedar RapidsSan Jose

CID - SJC

CIDSJC

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

7:00 am-1:23 pm

2 stops8h 23m

San Jose

Tue 11/18

9:40 am-10:38 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$315

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/6

2:39 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 21m

San Jose

Sun 1/11

11:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop25h 11m

$320

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

8:29 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops48h 24m

San Jose

Tue 12/30

6:36 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$332

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

4:21 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 07m

San Jose

Tue 1/20

10:30 pm-10:41 am

1 stop10h 11m

$337

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

6:17 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop6h 32m

San Jose

Sun 1/18

2:18 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$337

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

5:34 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Jose

Tue 1/27

10:30 pm-10:41 am

1 stop10h 11m

$338

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Jose

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Jose, California (average of $108). Flying from Iowa to San Jose, California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Iowa to San Jose, California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Jose (SJC), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to San Jose.

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

    For as low as $303, American Airlines can have you in San Jose, California from Iowa in 5h 15m. Iowa and San Jose, California are separated by a distance of 1411 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 San Jose, California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $159. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to San Jose, California for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - San Jose, Cedar Rapids - San Jose or Omaha Eppley Airfield - San Jose when deciding on the best route from Iowa to San Jose, California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Jose, California (average of $108). Flying from Iowa to San Jose, California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 4 airlines flying from Iowa to San Jose

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Jose. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$262Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$367Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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