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$131+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Oakland (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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — OAK
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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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.
Fri 11/88:00 amDSM - OAK
1 stop10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/115:30 amOAK - DSM
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$367
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:00 pmOMA - OAK
2 stops12h 59mDelta
Sat 12/75:15 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 10/31$418
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/612:55 pmDSM - OAK
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 12/107:10 amOAK - DSM
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$426
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:40 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/316:00 amOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$492
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/123:07 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop10h 44mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/276:00 amOAK - OMA
1 stop28h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$610
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/34:17 pmCID - OAK
2 stops9h 42mDelta
Fri 12/612:55 pmOAK - CID
2 stops8h 14mDelta
Deal found 10/31$903
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.
Fri 11/297:00 amDSM - OAK
2 stops11h 21mDelta
Fri 12/66:00 amOAK - DSM
2 stops8h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/30$922

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

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OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/24

12:39 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$131

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/24

3:37 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$134

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Thu 12/5

7:00 am-4:21 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$218

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

5:30 am-12:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$248

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Fri 1/24

2:41 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$158

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/24

1:13 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$160

Des MoinesOakland

DSM - OAK

DSMOAK

Des Moines

Mon 11/18

5:20 am-1:47 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$353

Cedar RapidsOakland

CID - OAK

CIDOAK

Cedar Rapids

Fri 12/20

6:28 am-12:14 am

2 stops19h 46m

$403

MolineOakland

MLI - OAK

MLIOAK

Moline Quad-City

Mon 12/30

5:58 am-4:27 pm

2 stops12h 29m

$1,094

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/15

3:15 pm-8:44 am

2 stops19h 29m

Oakland

Sat 2/22

7:32 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$368

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 10/31

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Oakland

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $178). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 October 31, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Iowa to Oakland, see what other customers have to say about 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
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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.

  • Can I find flights from Iowa to Oakland, California for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Iowa to Oakland, California for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $368, but on average you can expect to pay $582.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Iowa to Oakland, California for under $400?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Iowa to Oakland, California within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • 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 $218 and $248 on Delta and Southwest, 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.

  • What does DSM to OAK mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Oakland Airport (OAK). Codes like Oakland Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: 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 Oakland that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Iowa to Oakland 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 Oakland with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Iowa to Oakland 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Iowa to Oakland 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 Oakland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Iowa to Oakland 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 Oakland, California flight deals updated?

    The Iowa to Oakland, California 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 Oakland, California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Oakland, California (average of $178). Flying from Iowa to Oakland, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$417Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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