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$140+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DSM
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 December 19, 2024.

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$159
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One-way from

$140
(Frontier)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/251:00 pmSAN - DSM
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/79:00 amDSM - SAN
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2511:27 amSAN - CID
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Wed 1/84:19 pmCID - SAN
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/18$353
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/236:25 amSAN - CID
1 stop12h 04mFrontier
Tue 12/312:30 pmCID - SAN
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$380
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/276:25 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Mon 12/307:18 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2510:59 amSAN - CID
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/45:00 amCID - SAN
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$543
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/202:42 pmSAN - MLI
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/33:32 pmMLI - SAN
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/196:15 amSAN - OMA
2 stops15h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/35:40 amOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$716
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2310:39 pmSAN - ALO
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/316:00 pmALO - SAN
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$717
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/1911:27 amSAN - OMA
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Fri 1/36:05 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/18$781
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/2010:45 amSAN - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/2512:55 pmDSM - SAN
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$781
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/214:35 pmSAN - DSM
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/285:00 amDSM - SAN
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$876
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/2010:11 amSAN - CID
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2911:17 amCID - SAN
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$929

Find flights from San Diego to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 December 19, 2024.

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San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 1/1

6:25 am-7:49 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/6

7:18 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$159

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 1/15

5:29 pm-2:37 pm

1 stop19h 08m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/22

3:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$288

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Tue 2/18

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$288

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Sat 2/8

6:15 am-2:56 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 2/9

3:28 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$288

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Wed 1/8

10:15 am-9:32 pm

2 stops9h 17m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/15

5:32 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$293

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Mon 2/17

6:25 am-7:41 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-11:48 am

1 stop17h 07m

$297

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Tue 2/11

1:35 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops7h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/18

4:19 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$323

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Tue 2/11

7:26 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops19h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 2/17

3:44 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$325

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Tue 2/11

7:25 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

3:00 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$341

San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Thu 2/20

6:25 am-7:26 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/23

2:47 pm-12:20 am

1 stop11h 33m

$342

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 19, 2024.

When flying from San Diego 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 December 19, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Diego to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Iowa?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Iowa. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    $140 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $157 and $177, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from San Diego to Iowa are San Diego - Omaha Eppley Airfield, San Diego - Des Moines and San Diego - Cedar Rapids.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Iowa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Iowa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Iowa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Iowa (average of $311). Flying from San Diego 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 San Diego to Iowa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$167Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$277Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$345Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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