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$83+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DSM
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa

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FlightHub
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$83
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$506
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/26:20 amSFO - DSM
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Mon 5/57:20 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$238
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sun 4/276:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Sun 5/47:58 pmCID - SFO
1 stop21h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/26$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/216:30 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Sat 8/235:45 amCID - SJC
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/28$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/305:05 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/43:15 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/303:50 pmSFO - CID
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/45:40 amCID - SFO
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/172:00 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Tue 5/206:05 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/28$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/2512:24 amSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/25:59 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/307:58 amSFO - MLI
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amMLI - SFO
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/308:58 pmSFO - CID
2 stops12h 19mDelta
Wed 6/46:25 amCID - SFO
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/27$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/64:59 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Mon 8/112:00 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop9h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/28$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 11/63:35 pmSJC - CID
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/95:30 amCID - SJC
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/412:26 pmSJC - MLI
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Sat 6/75:15 pmMLI - SJC
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/28$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

4:17 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop24h 13m

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

7:20 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$241

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Wed 5/21

6:30 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/23

5:45 am-11:36 am

1 stop7h 51m

$257

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

5:05 am-2:08 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/4

3:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$259

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

3:50 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/4

5:40 am-12:32 pm

2 stops8h 52m

$264

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

2:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/20

6:05 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$267

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

12:24 am-8:54 am

1 stop6h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/2

5:59 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$269

San FranciscoCedar Rapids

SFO - CID

SFOCID

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

6:05 am-3:36 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 7/9

12:04 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$273

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Wed 8/6

4:59 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/11

2:00 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$287

San FranciscoMoline

SFO - MLI

SFOMLI

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

12:13 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/7

3:55 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$289

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Wed 6/4

12:26 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/7

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa are Frontier ($89), Southwest ($113), and Delta ($119).

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$109Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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