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$68+ Cheap flights from California to Iowa

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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DSM
abr. 27 — may. 41
dom. 4/27
dom. 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Iowa

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$68
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$162 or less

Good one-way deal

$71 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
sáb. 5/106:10 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop23h 52mFrontier
lun. 5/129:02 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
vie. 5/96:35 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
lun. 5/127:20 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 4/2412:59 amONT - DSM
1 stop15h 38mFrontier
lun. 4/287:27 pmDSM - ONT
1 stop17h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
dom. 5/186:25 amSAN - CID
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
sáb. 5/248:08 pmCID - SAN
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 6/1810:18 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop22h 22mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/257:30 amDSM - LAX
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
vie. 5/26:15 amLAX - DSM
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
lun. 5/57:20 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
lun. 5/1212:51 pmSNA - OMA
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
jue. 5/159:02 pmOMA - SNA
1 stop16h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
jue. 5/225:43 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop15h 13mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/2611:46 amOMA - SAN
1 stop21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$225
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/305:21 pmONT - OMA
1 stop23h 45mFrontier
dom. 6/17:51 pmOMA - ONT
1 stop15h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/20$228
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 6/510:10 pmLAX - OMA
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/911:36 amOMA - LAX
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
jue. 5/226:15 amLAX - OMA
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
jue. 5/297:52 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
sáb. 8/3012:41 pmSAN - MLI
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/317:08 amMLI - SAN
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$240

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Iowa 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 abril 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Iowa that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

sáb. 5/10

6:10 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 5/12

9:02 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 11m

$181

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

vie. 5/9

6:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Des Moines

lun. 5/12

7:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 49m

$198

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

dom. 5/18

6:25 am-6:58 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 5/24

8:08 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$208

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

mié. 6/18

10:18 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop22h 22m

Des Moines

mié. 6/25

7:30 am-6:54 am

1 stop25h 24m

$217

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

vie. 5/2

6:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Des Moines

lun. 5/5

7:20 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 10m

$218

Santa AnaOmaha

SNA - OMA

SNAOMA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

lun. 5/12

12:51 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 5/15

9:02 pm-11:28 am

1 stop16h 26m

$221

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

jue. 5/22

5:43 pm-10:56 am

1 stop15h 13m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 5/26

11:46 am-7:13 am

1 stop21h 27m

$225

OntarioOmaha

ONT - OMA

ONTOMA

Ontario

vie. 5/30

5:21 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 6/1

7:51 pm-9:12 am

1 stop15h 21m

$228

OntarioDes Moines

ONT - DSM

ONTDSM

Ontario

dom. 5/4

12:59 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 31m

Des Moines

lun. 5/12

7:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$228

Los AngelesOmaha

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

jue. 6/5

10:10 pm-10:46 am

1 stop10h 36m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 6/9

11:36 am-9:56 am

1 stop24h 20m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from California to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 CA to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Iowa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated abril 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Iowa, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
9,911 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
9,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,392 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8,683 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $68. Frontier flights start at $89 while deals on Delta start at $119 one-way.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from California to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 California to Iowa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Iowa. 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 abril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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