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$289+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Iowa

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DSM
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/174:25 pmSBA - CID
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/207:00 amCID - SBA
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 8/271:10 pmSBA - CID
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/39:00 amCID - SBA
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/117:01 pmSBA - MLI
2 stops13h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/158:55 amMLI - SBA
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 8/275:55 amSBA - CID
2 stops14h 23mDelta
Sun 8/315:45 amCID - SBA
2 stops12h 27mDelta
Deal found 3/27$468
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Thu 8/287:24 pmSBA - CID
2 stops13h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/3011:28 amCID - SBA
2 stops10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$519
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/65:00 amSBA - DSM
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/135:10 pmDSM - SBA
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$724

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Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/17

4:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/20

7:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 47m

$289

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/27

1:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/3

9:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$379

Santa BarbaraMoline

SBA - MLI

SBAMLI

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/11

7:01 pm-10:12 am

2 stops13h 11m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 4/15

8:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$434

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/27

5:55 am-10:18 pm

2 stops14h 23m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 8/31

5:45 am-4:12 pm

2 stops12h 27m

$468

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/28

7:24 pm-10:55 am

2 stops13h 31m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/30

11:28 am-7:49 pm

2 stops10h 21m

$519

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/6

5:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

5:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$724

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Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

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

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 March 28, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
9,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,603 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Iowa is Santa Barbara - Cedar Rapids. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Des Moines or Santa Barbara - Moline Quad-City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Iowa?

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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