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$75+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Iowa

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LAX — DSM
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Iowa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Iowa (USIA). 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 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$140
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$84
(Mytrip)

Good round-trip deal

$212 or less
From Los Angeles to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/106:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Tue 3/187:48 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop25h 30mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$140
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/1111:30 amLAX - CID
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/1811:18 amCID - LAX
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/23$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Tue 2/251:06 pmLAX - DSM
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/277:30 amDSM - LAX
1 stop16h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Wed 2/1212:15 pmLAX - CID
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Tue 2/184:19 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/23$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Thu 2/2012:25 amLAX - ALO
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/286:28 pmALO - LAX
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$289
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2410:43 amLAX - OMA
1 stop7h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/103:42 pmOMA - LAX
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Tue 2/252:24 pmLAX - OMA
Nonstop3h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/48:02 pmOMA - LAX
Nonstop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Fri 2/78:50 amLAX - SUX
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/115:15 pmSUX - LAX
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/23$304
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Fri 8/16:30 amLAX - DSM
Nonstop3h 23mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/412:43 pmDSM - LAX
Nonstop3h 31mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/23$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2510:00 amLAX - OMA
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Tue 3/44:50 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/22$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/412:55 pmLAX - CID
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/1111:30 amCID - LAX
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/28:25 amLAX - MCW
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/510:10 amMCW - LAX
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$334

Find flights from Los Angeles to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 January 23, 2025.

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Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

8:18 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop19h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 3/17

8:17 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 08m

$160

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

11:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/18

11:18 am-5:01 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$229

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

1:06 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops22h 28m

Des Moines

Thu 2/27

7:30 am-9:32 pm

1 stop16h 02m

$239

Los AngelesCedar Rapids

LAX - CID

LAXCID

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

12:15 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/19

4:19 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$257

Los AngelesWaterloo

LAX - ALO

LAXALO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:25 am-9:24 am

1 stop6h 59m

Waterloo

Fri 2/28

6:28 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$289

Los AngelesOmaha

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

10:43 am-8:02 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/10

3:42 pm-5:19 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$291

Los AngelesOmaha

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

2:24 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/4

8:02 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

$293

Los AngelesOmaha

LAX - OMA

LAXOMA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

10:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/4

4:50 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$318

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 2/27

10:32 am-6:09 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$335

Los AngelesDes Moines

LAX - DSM

LAXDSM

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

12:10 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

6:40 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$340

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Iowa

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 January 23, 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles to Iowa, 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 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 January 23, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Iowa, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
8,970 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Iowa from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Iowa flight route?

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. American Airlines flights start at $147 while deals on Delta start at $157 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Los Angeles to Iowa?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Iowa?

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa is generally $228, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $200. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Omaha Eppley Airfield), you can expect to pay $200 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Iowa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 January 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$114Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$272Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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