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$288+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DSM
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$399
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$288
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$686
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Cheapest flights from San José to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

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.
Sun 6/112:28 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/306:30 amDSM - SJO
2 stops29h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$399
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/11:30 pmSJO - DSM
2 stops20h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/113:01 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$504
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.
Mon 9/87:35 amSJO - DSM
1 stop24h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/204:05 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop26h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$507

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San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

12:28 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 6/30

6:30 am-10:37 am

2 stops29h 07m

$399

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

7:35 am-9:02 am

1 stop24h 27m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

4:05 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$507

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

6:35 am-9:52 pm

2 stops38h 17m

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

3:01 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop29h 36m

$537

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

1:30 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$288

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

11:59 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$339

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

7:55 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops25h 03m

$355

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

1:55 am-9:52 pm

2 stops18h 57m

$2,306

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Iowa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 22, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province 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 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Avianca from San José to Iowa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,319 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José 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 José to Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Iowa from San José, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Iowa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $288 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $339 and Avianca from $2,306 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$459Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$495Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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