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$428+ 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DSM
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Iowa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 18, 2024.

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This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:00 amSBA - CID
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/48:35 amCID - SBA
1 stop14h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$683
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2212:27 pmSBA - CID
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2811:15 amCID - SBA
2 stops9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$807

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 18, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/17

5:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

3:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$428

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/17

6:25 am-1:18 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

5:00 am-9:12 am

1 stop6h 12m

$544

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/6

5:35 am-8:40 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

5:03 pm-10:16 am

2 stops19h 13m

$562

Santa BarbaraCedar Rapids

SBA - CID

SBACID

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/31

5:00 am-1:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/4

8:35 am-9:28 pm

1 stop14h 53m

$683

Santa BarbaraDes Moines

SBA - DSM

SBADSM

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/6

7:23 pm-11:37 pm

3 stops26h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

11:51 am-9:10 am

2 stops23h 19m

$741

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Deals found on 12/17

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Iowa

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa (average of $311). 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 December 18, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

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 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Iowa (average of $311). 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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