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$134+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Oakland, CA (OAK)

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) to Oakland (OAK). 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 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$273
(Delta)

One-way from

$134
(Alaska Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/258:14 amOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Wed 1/112:52 pmOAK - OMA
2 stops8h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/21$513
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/252:15 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Sat 12/286:05 amOAK - DSM
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$926
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/255:45 amDSM - OAK
2 stops20h 14mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/287:32 pmOAK - DSM
2 stops14h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,056
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/251:50 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop12h 09mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/110:02 amOAK - OMA
1 stop24h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,127

Find flights from Iowa to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Oakland 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 22, 2024.

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OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/11

3:00 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Oakland

Wed 1/15

5:01 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 11m

$273

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/1

11:20 am-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Oakland

Wed 3/5

1:15 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$353

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/8

3:15 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Oakland

Wed 3/12

7:32 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$373

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 1/17

3:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Oakland

Sun 1/19

9:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$531

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

3:00 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Oakland

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-4:34 pm

2 stops8h 34m

$637

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

5:06 am-11:43 pm

2 stops20h 37m

Oakland

Sun 3/23

9:23 am-11:29 am

2 stops24h 06m

$721

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 2/9

3:37 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$134

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/6

8:50 pm-7:20 am

1 stop12h 30m

$219

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 12/29

6:05 pm-12:14 am

1 stop8h 09m

$429

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Wed 1/1

1:15 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops11h 58m

$533

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Deals found on 12/21

Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Oakland

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 Oakland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Iowa to Oakland, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and Southwest. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Oakland. 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 Oakland from Iowa?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to Oakland.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Oakland, California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $134. Users have also found prices from $219 and $429 on Southwest and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Oakland, California?

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Oakland, California are Des Moines - Oakland, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Oakland and Cedar Rapids - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Oakland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Oakland 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 Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 Iowa to Oakland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Oakland. 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$592Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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