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$119+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DSM
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$255
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$119
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$421
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 6/511:00 amSJC - OMA
1 stop21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/911:36 amOMA - SJC
1 stop24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/246:30 amSJC - CID
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Thu 5/295:30 amCID - SJC
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/23$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/2412:26 pmSJC - MLI
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Fri 5/305:15 pmMLI - SJC
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/23$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 5/1911:00 amSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2210:22 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop19h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/1412:26 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Tue 5/206:05 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/23$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/246:30 amSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Fri 5/302:15 pmDSM - SJC
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/23$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/244:00 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sat 8/25:05 amOMA - SJC
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$311
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.
Fri 10/32:27 pmSJC - CID
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/55:14 amCID - SJC
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 5/256:35 amSJC - MLI
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/315:40 pmMLI - SJC
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 7/231:07 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/25:35 amDSM - SJC
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$324
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.
Wed 5/218:30 amSJC - CID
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/285:23 pmCID - SJC
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$330
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:04 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Sun 5/189:02 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop16h 18mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$340

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Iowa that are best for you.

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Iowa

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Return

Price

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Thu 6/5

11:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop21h 46m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/9

11:36 am-10:05 am

1 stop24h 29m

$255

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Sat 5/24

6:30 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/31

4:11 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$257

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Sat 5/24

12:26 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 5/30

5:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$257

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Mon 5/19

11:00 am-9:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

10:22 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop19h 16m

$286

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Wed 5/14

12:26 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/20

6:05 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$287

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Sat 5/24

6:30 am-4:46 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

2:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$297

San JoseOmaha

SJC - OMA

SJCOMA

San Jose

Thu 7/24

4:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/2

5:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 10m

$311

San JoseCedar Rapids

SJC - CID

SJCCID

San Jose

Fri 10/3

2:27 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 10/5

5:14 am-11:39 am

1 stop8h 25m

$314

San JoseMoline

SJC - MLI

SJCMLI

San Jose

Sun 5/25

6:35 am-4:48 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/31

5:40 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$319

San JoseDes Moines

SJC - DSM

SJCDSM

San Jose

Wed 7/23

1:07 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Des Moines

Sat 8/2

5:35 am-9:10 am

1 stop5h 35m

$324

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Iowa

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 24, 2025.

When flying from San Jose 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 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Jose to Iowa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Iowa from San Jose, you will be flying from San Jose, which is the city’s only airport. San Jose (SJC) is located 2.9 mi from the center of San Jose.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $119. Users have also found prices from $126 and $129 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Jose to Iowa consider San Jose - Omaha Eppley Airfield, San Jose - Cedar Rapids or San Jose - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from San Jose 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Iowa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$229Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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