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$60+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
mar. 19 — mar. 261
mié. 3/19
mié. 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 14, 2025.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Frontier)

One-way from

$60
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$476

Good round-trip deal

$120 or less
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 14, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mié. 4/237:27 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
mié. 4/306:15 amLAX - DSM
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/2612:51 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 45mAllegiant Air
mié. 7/303:09 pmLAX - CID
Nonstop3h 31mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/13$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
jue. 4/31:27 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop19h 36mMultiple Airlines
lun. 4/75:35 amLAX - DSM
2 stops15h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
jue. 7/318:00 pmCID - LAX
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
sáb. 8/910:50 amLAX - CID
1 stop6h 26mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/208:23 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
mar. 3/252:35 pmLAX - OMA
1 stop22h 23mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
lun. 5/57:55 pmOMA - LAX
Nonstop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
mié. 5/72:04 pmLAX - OMA
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mar. 4/152:37 pmDSM - LAX
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
mar. 4/1511:59 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$253
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mié. 5/289:36 pmCID - LAX
Nonstop3h 39mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/44:31 pmLAX - CID
2 stops18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mar. 9/306:00 amOMA - LAX
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/224:06 pmLAX - OMA
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/13$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mié. 4/96:22 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop7h 29mDelta
mié. 4/162:30 pmLAX - OMA
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/13$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/93:12 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop7h 37mAlaska Airlines
mar. 4/223:15 pmLAX - OMA
2 stops21h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mié. 4/91:05 pmOMA - LAX
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
mié. 4/1611:35 amLAX - OMA
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/13$292

Find flights from Iowa to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Los Angeles 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 marzo 14, 2025.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

mié. 4/23

7:27 pm-12:31 am

1 stop7h 04m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/30

6:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$145

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 7/26

12:51 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Los Angeles

mié. 7/30

3:09 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$232

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

jue. 4/3

1:27 pm-7:03 am

1 stop19h 36m

Los Angeles

lun. 4/7

5:35 am-11:08 pm

2 stops15h 33m

$237

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

jue. 7/31

8:00 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 27m

Los Angeles

sáb. 8/9

10:50 am-7:16 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$240

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 3/20

8:23 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 02m

Los Angeles

mar. 3/25

2:35 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$247

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 5/5

7:55 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Los Angeles

mié. 5/7

2:04 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$248

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

mié. 5/28

9:36 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

Los Angeles

mié. 6/4

4:31 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$255

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 4/9

6:22 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/16

2:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$257

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

vie. 4/4

6:44 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/9

12:41 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$267

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 4/9

3:12 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Los Angeles

mar. 4/22

3:15 pm-2:29 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$286

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Los Angeles

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Iowa to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 IA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated marzo 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Iowa to Los Angeles have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,734 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,318 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Iowa?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Iowa. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Iowa to Los Angeles flight route?

    Flights from Iowa to Los Angeles have been viewed 19 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Los Angeles are Allegiant Air ($60), Frontier ($73), and American Airlines ($79).

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Los Angeles?

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Iowa to Los Angeles is $135. On average you can expect to pay $204. The most popular route, (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $133.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Los Angeles 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 Iowa to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Iowa to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 6 airlines flying from Iowa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Los Angeles. 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 marzo 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$121Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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