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$60+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SAN
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) to San Diego (SAN). 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

$215
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$60
(Frontier)
From Iowa to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:39 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Mon 12/306:25 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$424
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/212:30 pmCID - SAN
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Sat 12/286:25 amSAN - CID
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/225:00 amCID - SAN
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/16:30 amSAN - CID
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$487
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:45 pmMLI - SAN
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/57:13 pmSAN - MLI
2 stops13h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$513
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/212:30 pmCID - SAN
1 stop11h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/266:20 amSAN - CID
2 stops15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/225:49 amCID - SAN
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Wed 1/17:25 amSAN - CID
2 stops13h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/19$612
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:50 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/306:25 amSAN - OMA
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$633
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.
Sun 12/296:55 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Sun 1/53:30 pmSAN - OMA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$641
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/222:50 pmOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/146:33 amSAN - OMA
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$672
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/315:45 amMLI - SAN
1 stop19h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/510:39 pmSAN - MLI
1 stop10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$674
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/225:40 amOMA - SAN
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/147:43 pmSAN - OMA
2 stops12h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$677
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/223:16 pmCID - SAN
2 stops10h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:15 amSAN - CID
2 stops12h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$693

Find flights from Iowa to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Diego 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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Des MoinesSan Diego

DSM - SAN

DSMSAN

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:41 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 39m

San Diego

Thu 2/27

4:06 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$215

MolineSan Diego

MLI - SAN

MLISAN

Moline Quad-City

Thu 1/9

10:07 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop16h 29m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

6:15 am-9:17 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$254

Des MoinesSan Diego

DSM - SAN

DSMSAN

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

1:34 pm-9:01 am

2 stops21h 27m

San Diego

Thu 2/27

6:15 am-11:26 pm

2 stops15h 11m

$275

MolineSan Diego

MLI - SAN

MLISAN

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/8

5:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San Diego

Sat 2/15

6:15 am-3:51 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$288

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/18

2:50 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San Diego

Wed 1/22

11:38 am-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$288

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/3

7:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

San Diego

Sat 1/11

4:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$313

MolineSan Diego

MLI - SAN

MLISAN

Moline Quad-City

Sun 1/19

10:53 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 32m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

8:51 pm-10:18 am

2 stops11h 27m

$324

Des MoinesSan Diego

DSM - SAN

DSMSAN

Des Moines

Wed 1/22

10:32 am-6:02 pm

1 stop9h 30m

San Diego

Tue 2/11

12:00 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$336

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/11

5:32 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Diego

Sat 2/15

7:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$336

OmahaSan Diego

OMA - SAN

OMASAN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/9

1:48 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops8h 05m

San Diego

Tue 1/14

12:40 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$342

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to San Diego

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Iowa to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

When flying from Iowa to San Diego, 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 Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, 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 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to San Diego, such as Frontier, Delta and American Airlines. 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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

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 San Diego. 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 Diego from Iowa?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Iowa to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $60. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to San Diego for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Iowa to San Diego is Omaha Eppley Airfield - San Diego. You may also consider Des Moines - San Diego or Moline Quad-City - San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Iowa to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Diego. 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
FrontierCheapest$111Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$147Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$261Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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