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$158+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Antonio (SAT)

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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SAT
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Antonio

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$158
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$372
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Find flight deals from Iowa to San Antonio

Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/77:30 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop22h 05mFrontier
Sun 5/118:25 pmSAT - DSM
1 stop22h 05mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/2111:39 amOMA - SAT
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/286:45 amSAT - OMA
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/2211:15 amMLI - SAT
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/86:00 amSAT - MLI
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/215:44 pmCID - SAT
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/266:31 pmSAT - CID
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/196:00 amOMA - SAT
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/219:15 amSAT - OMA
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/226:13 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/286:00 amSAT - DSM
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/711:57 amCID - SAT
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Mon 5/126:06 pmSAT - CID
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/23$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/296:35 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Tue 6/35:20 amSAT - DSM
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/22$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 8/236:10 amDSM - SAT
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Tue 8/263:45 pmSAT - DSM
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/296:05 pmOMA - SAT
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Mon 6/24:15 pmSAT - OMA
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/22$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 9/41:10 pmOMA - SAT
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Sun 9/74:20 pmSAT - OMA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$316
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/81:27 pmDSM - SAT
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1111:42 amSAT - DSM
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$324

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Antonio 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to San Antonio that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

San Antonio

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

7:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

San Antonio

Sun 5/11

8:25 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$211

OmahaSan Antonio

OMA - SAT

OMASAT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/21

11:39 am-4:59 pm

1 stop5h 20m

San Antonio

Wed 5/28

6:45 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$257

MolineSan Antonio

MLI - SAT

MLISAT

Moline Quad-City

Thu 5/22

11:15 am-5:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

San Antonio

Sun 6/8

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

$259

Cedar RapidsSan Antonio

CID - SAT

CIDSAT

Cedar Rapids

Sat 6/21

5:44 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop5h 19m

San Antonio

Thu 6/26

6:31 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$259

OmahaSan Antonio

OMA - SAT

OMASAT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 6/19

6:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

San Antonio

Sat 6/21

9:15 am-3:27 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$280

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

6:13 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 37m

San Antonio

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$287

Cedar RapidsSan Antonio

CID - SAT

CIDSAT

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/7

11:57 am-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 23m

San Antonio

Mon 5/12

6:06 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$289

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Thu 5/29

6:35 pm-12:21 am

1 stop5h 46m

San Antonio

Tue 6/3

5:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$297

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Thu 5/29

3:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Antonio

Mon 6/2

3:45 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$305

OmahaSan Antonio

OMA - SAT

OMASAT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/29

6:05 pm-12:39 am

1 stop6h 34m

San Antonio

Mon 6/2

4:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$308

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Antonio

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Antonio from Iowa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to San Antonio

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to San Antonio?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Iowa to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to San Antonio, 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 San Antonio by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Antonio ranges from 1.6 - 3.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit San Antonio when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in San Antonio by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Antonio, 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 84.2 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 San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Iowa to San Antonio, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio from Iowa?

    If you book a flight to San Antonio from Iowa, you will be flying to San Antonio, which is the city’s only airport. San Antonio (SAT) is located 7.6 mi from the center of San Antonio.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to San Antonio one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $158. Delta flights start at $214 while deals on United Airlines start at $254 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to San Antonio?

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - San Antonio, Cedar Rapids - San Antonio or Omaha Eppley Airfield - San Antonio when deciding on the best route from Iowa to San Antonio.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to San Antonio?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Iowa to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 5 airlines flying from Iowa to San Antonio

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Antonio. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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