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$169+ 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$392
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$670
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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 April 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/146:30 amDSM - SJO
1 stop29h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1712:23 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop24h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/289:13 amOMA - SAL
2 stops15h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/116:00 amSAL - OMA
1 stop12h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/156:00 amOMA - LIR
1 stop10h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/2211:49 amLIR - OMA
1 stop10h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$395
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/156:14 pmOMA - LIR
2 stops18h 31mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/2212:20 pmLIR - OMA
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/1611:26 amDSM - PTY
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Fri 5/232:13 pmPTY - DSM
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/1$411
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/152:01 pmDSM - PTY
2 stops22h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/221:20 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$415
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 6/184:16 pmOMA - SAL
2 stops20h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/151:10 pmSAL - OMA
2 stops18h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/158:00 amDSM - PTY
1 stop30h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/223:20 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/305:00 amOMA - BZE
2 stops10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/43:15 pmBZE - OMA
2 stops25h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/184:41 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop18h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2611:32 amSJO - OMA
1 stop20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 4/205:20 pmOMA - PTY
2 stops22h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/243:20 pmPTY - OMA
2 stops21h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$470
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/305:00 amOMA - GUA
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/72:05 pmGUA - OMA
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$473

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Central America that are best for you.

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Iowa

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Central America

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Depart

Return

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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

6:30 am-11:18 am

1 stop29h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

12:23 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop24h 37m

$392

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/28

9:13 am-11:58 pm

2 stops15h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$393

OmahaLiberia

OMA - LIR

OMALIR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/7

6:14 pm-11:20 am

1 stop18h 06m

Liberia

Wed 5/14

2:05 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$395

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

11:26 am-7:53 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/23

2:13 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$411

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

2:01 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops22h 18m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/22

1:20 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 38m

$415

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/18

4:16 pm-11:30 am

2 stops20h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/15

1:10 pm-9:02 am

2 stops18h 52m

$428

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

8:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop30h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/22

3:20 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$431

OmahaBelize City

OMA - BZE

OMABZE

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Sun 5/4

3:15 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$433

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 5/18

4:41 pm-10:27 am

1 stop18h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

11:32 am-9:10 am

1 stop20h 38m

$448

OmahaPanama City

OMA - PTY

OMAPTY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/20

5:20 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/24

3:20 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$470

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Central America

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 April 2, 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 April 2, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,823 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Central America are Delta ($173), American Airlines ($179), and United Airlines ($194).

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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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$349Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$456Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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