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$65+ 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAX
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Los Angeles
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/287:25 amSUX - LAX
1 stop10h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/412:05 pmLAX - SUX
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$254
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/810:56 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Mon 11/114:38 pmLAX - OMA
1 stop18h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/148:07 pmCID - LAX
1 stop21h 21mFrontier
Thu 11/214:29 pmLAX - CID
1 stop19h 18mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/146:20 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1412:59 amLAX - OMA
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/55:00 amCID - LAX
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/811:50 amLAX - CID
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/2810:36 amOMA - LAX
1 stop10h 38mDelta
Mon 12/29:50 pmLAX - OMA
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/30$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 12/126:15 pmOMA - LAX
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Sat 1/115:35 amLAX - OMA
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/31$313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/181:11 pmCID - LAX
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2210:41 amLAX - CID
2 stops22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$325
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:07 pmDSM - LAX
2 stops16h 16mFrontier
Mon 12/96:30 amLAX - DSM
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/216:15 amOMA - LAX
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/245:00 amLAX - OMA
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$345
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/156:52 pmOMA - LAX
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1711:13 pmLAX - OMA
2 stops15h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/235:00 amDSM - LAX
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/234:30 pmLAX - DSM
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$367

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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/19

2:20 pm-3:27 pm

1 stop27h 07m

$65

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Fri 11/8

8:00 am-8:19 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$119

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/17

3:26 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$145

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/28

10:36 am-7:14 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$154

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/28

11:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$159

Des MoinesLos Angeles

DSM - LAX

DSMLAX

Des Moines

Sat 11/23

7:30 pm-7:29 am

1 stop13h 59m

$81

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/31

5:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$176

OmahaLos Angeles

OMA - LAX

OMALAX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/24

4:44 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$185

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/11

1:11 pm-12:40 am

1 stop13h 29m

$132

Cedar RapidsLos Angeles

CID - LAX

CIDLAX

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/8

2:47 pm-3:27 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Iowa to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 October 31, 2024.

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 October 31, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines 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
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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.

  • Can I find flights from Iowa to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Iowa to Los Angeles for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $152, but on average you can expect to pay $313.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Iowa to Los Angeles for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Iowa to Los Angeles under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Iowa to Los Angeles is less than $329.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Iowa to Los Angeles for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Iowa to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • 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 Frontier ($65), American Airlines ($145), and Delta ($154).

  • 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 $114. On average you can expect to pay $526. The most popular route, (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $214.

  • What does DSM to LAX mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). Codes like Los Angeles Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Cedar Rapids Airport (CID), Sioux City Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX), Waterloo Airport (ALO), Dubuque Airport (DBQ), Mason City Airport (MCW).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Los Angeles that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Iowa to Los Angeles flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Iowa to Los Angeles with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Iowa to Los Angeles flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Los Angeles that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Iowa to Los Angeles offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Iowa to Los Angeles?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Iowa to Los Angeles flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Iowa to Los Angeles flight deals updated?

    The Iowa to Los Angeles flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Iowa to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$126Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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