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$173+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Central America

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Central America

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Round-trip from

$388
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$173
(United)
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/246:06 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/2611:30 amSJO - OMA
2 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/225:45 amDSM - PTY
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sat 3/297:24 amPTY - DSM
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/20$411
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2411:29 amDSM - PTY
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/44:40 pmPTY - DSM
1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/72:12 pmDSM - PTY
2 stops22h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/141:15 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops22h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 7/311:45 amOMA - SAL
2 stops13h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/141:15 amSAL - OMA
2 stops18h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/253:25 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/512:23 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 6/25:59 pmOMA - GUA
2 stops18h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/301:10 amGUA - OMA
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 6/116:00 amOMA - GUA
2 stops11h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/166:15 amGUA - OMA
1 stop12h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/266:14 pmOMA - SAL
2 stops18h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/301:12 pmSAL - OMA
2 stops21h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/245:00 amOMA - SJO
1 stop17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/2611:59 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$500
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/205:30 amCID - BZE
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Mon 4/2812:36 pmBZE - CID
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 2/19$508
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/89:34 amOMA - BZE
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1212:20 pmBZE - OMA
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$508

Find flights from Iowa to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Central America 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 February 20, 2025.

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OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/24

6:06 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/26

11:30 am-7:33 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$388

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

5:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 3/29

7:24 am-4:34 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$411

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Tue 3/11

6:45 pm-6:38 pm

2 stops23h 53m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/18

3:40 pm-2:32 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$431

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

2:12 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops22h 03m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/14

1:15 pm-11:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

$444

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 4/25

3:25 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

12:23 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$445

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 4/26

6:15 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/30

3:30 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop26h 31m

$469

OmahaGuatemala City

OMA - GUA

OMAGUA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/20

7:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 8/20

2:45 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$494

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/24

5:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/26

11:59 pm-9:10 am

1 stop8h 11m

$500

Cedar RapidsBelize City

CID - BZE

CIDBZE

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/20

5:30 am-11:11 am

1 stop6h 41m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Mon 4/28

12:36 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$508

OmahaBelize City

OMA - BZE

OMABZE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/8

9:34 am-2:14 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Mon 5/12

12:20 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$508

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Central America

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Central America, 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 Central America by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Central America

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Central America. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$329Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$456Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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