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$237+ Cheap flights from Central America 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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Nov 8 — Nov 151
1 adult
Fri 11/8
Fri 11/15
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/231:59 amSAL - DSM
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/313:16 pmDSM - SAL
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$398
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/114:21 pmSAP - DSM
2 stops29h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/128:00 amDSM - SAP
2 stops27h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/54:40 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops21h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/28:00 amDSM - SAL
2 stops16h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$517
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/211:59 amSAL - OMA
3 stops40h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:18 pmOMA - SAL
3 stops29h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/248:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop15h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/312:02 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops24h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/182:05 amGUA - DSM
2 stops19h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/46:50 pmDSM - GUA
2 stops17h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/112:49 pmSAP - DSM
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/101:01 pmDSM - SAP
2 stops24h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$572
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:59 amGUA - DSM
3 stops38h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/22:20 pmDSM - GUA
1 stop10h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$582
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/42:05 amGUA - OMA
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/316:12 amOMA - GUA
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$587
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/233:06 pmSAL - OMA
2 stops22h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/26:08 pmOMA - SAL
2 stops20h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$602
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/192:55 pmGUA - DSM
1 stop21h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/47:00 amDSM - GUA
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/56:45 amSAP - DSM
1 stop15h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/36:40 pmDSM - SAP
2 stops28h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$655

Find flights from Central America to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2024.

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San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/20

1:56 am-3:29 pm

1 stop13h 33m

$237

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/8

6:30 am-8:14 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$253

San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/24

2:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$272

San JoséCedar Rapids

SJO - CID

SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

12:30 am-12:11 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$281

San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 12/27

4:59 am-11:29 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$536

San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/23

3:00 am-11:29 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$281

San SalvadorOmaha

SAL - OMA

SALOMA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/23

1:59 am-7:49 pm

3 stops41h 50m

$342

Guatemala CityDes Moines

GUA - DSM

GUADSM

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-10:29 pm

2 stops15h 29m

$360

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/21

2:12 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$375

Guatemala CityDes Moines

GUA - DSM

GUADSM

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/3

2:05 am-2:16 pm

1 stop12h 11m

$352

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from Central America to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from Central America 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 Central America 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 November 3, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Central America 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 November 3, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,873 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,232 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,095 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Central America to Iowa for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Central America to Iowa for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $398, but on average you can expect to pay $595.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Central America to Iowa for under $800?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Central America to Iowa within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $253. Delta flights start at $272 while deals on American Airlines start at $281 one-way.

  • What does SJO to DSM mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SJO to DSM flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Cedar Rapids Airport (CID), Sioux City Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX), Waterloo Airport (ALO), Dubuque Airport (DBQ), Mason City Airport (MCW).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to Iowa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Central America to Iowa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Central America to Iowa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Central America to Iowa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to Iowa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to Iowa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Central America to Iowa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Central America to Iowa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Central America to Iowa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Central America to Iowa flight deals updated?

    The Central America to Iowa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from Central America 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 3 airlines flying from Central America to Iowa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Central America 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$335Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$559Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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