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$50+ Cheap flights from Iowa to California

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DSM — LAX
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
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$119
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One-way from

$50
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

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June

Average price

$421

Good round-trip deal

$140 or less

Good one-way deal

$72 or less
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to California
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/229:01 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/38:41 pmLAS - DSM
1 stop20h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$119
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 3/13:04 pmDSM - LAS
Nonstop3h 21mAllegiant Air
Wed 3/58:49 amLAS - DSM
Nonstop2h 52mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/29$123
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/212:57 pmMLI - LAS
Nonstop3h 45mAllegiant Air
Thu 3/66:20 amLAS - MLI
Nonstop3h 10mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/30$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 3/243:58 pmOMA - LAS
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Wed 3/266:00 amLAS - OMA
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1911:41 amOMA - LAS
Nonstop3h 01mAllegiant Air
Fri 5/236:10 amLAS - OMA
Nonstop2h 46mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/30$134
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/247:17 pmDSM - LAS
1 stop29h 38mFrontier
Thu 2/279:48 pmLAS - DSM
1 stop19h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$135
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 3/263:58 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Sun 3/3012:59 amONT - OMA
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$135
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 2/1012:39 pmOMA - LAS
Nonstop3h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/126:00 amLAS - OMA
1 stop6h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$135
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2312:45 pmDSM - LAX
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Mon 5/266:30 amLAX - DSM
Nonstop3h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/28$149
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 3/108:17 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Mon 3/176:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$150
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/59:11 pmCID - LAS
Nonstop3h 30mAllegiant Air
Wed 3/123:54 pmLAS - CID
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/29$152
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Wed 3/59:11 pmCID - LAS
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/87:28 pmLAS - CID
1 stop20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$154

Find flights from Iowa to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to California 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 January 30, 2025.

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Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

3:04 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/7

11:32 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$120

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

2:53 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/11

4:49 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$122

MolineLas Vegas

MLI - LAS

MLILAS

Moline Quad-City

Sun 3/2

12:57 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/6

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$128

OmahaLas Vegas

OMA - LAS

OMALAS

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/3

4:02 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/6

6:00 am-7:34 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$130

OmahaLas Vegas

OMA - LAS

OMALAS

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/31

11:32 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/18

6:05 am-10:48 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$131

OmahaOntario

OMA - ONT

OMAONT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/26

3:58 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 11m

Ontario

Sun 3/30

12:59 am-2:58 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$135

OmahaLas Vegas

OMA - LAS

OMALAS

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/10

12:39 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$135

Des MoinesLas Vegas

DSM - LAS

DSMLAS

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

8:17 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop11h 17m

$140

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

8:17 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

6:30 am-7:17 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$150

Cedar RapidsLas Vegas

CID - LAS

CIDLAS

Cedar Rapids

Mon 3/3

12:14 pm-1:43 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/7

6:15 am-11:22 am

Nonstop3h 07m

$154

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to California

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Iowa to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to California (average of $246). Flying from Iowa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

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

When flying from Iowa to California, 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 California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Iowa to California to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
790 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Iowa to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 19 users have taken a look at flights from Iowa to California.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $50. Allegiant Air flights start at $61 while deals on American Airlines start at $105 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to California (average of $246). Flying from Iowa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 6 airlines flying from Iowa to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to California. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$118Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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