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$54+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area

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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SFO
Oct 1 — Oct 81
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Cheap Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,979,056 searches. Prices were last updated on September 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco Bay Area in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Thu 10/178:11 pmCID - SFO
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop11h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 10/196:30 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$128
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/162:20 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop22h 25mFrontier
Fri 10/2510:25 amSJC - OMA
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$138
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2610:18 amOMA - SFO
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Fri 11/110:58 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/24$216
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 10/172:53 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$241
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/265:32 amOMA - SJC
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/296:00 amSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/163:58 pmOMA - SFO
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/269:35 amSFO - OMA
Nonstop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/25$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/267:00 amOMA - SFO
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2812:16 amSFO - OMA
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/26$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/292:47 pmCID - SFO
2 stops9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/25:45 amSFO - CID
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/26$293

Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Iowa and San Francisco Bay Area in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,979,056 searches. Data last updated September 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San Francisco Bay Area in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Thu 10/178:11 pmCID - SFO
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop11h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 10/196:30 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$128
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/162:20 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop22h 25mFrontier
Fri 10/2510:25 amSJC - OMA
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$138
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2610:18 amOMA - SFO
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Fri 11/110:58 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/24$216
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 10/172:53 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$241
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/265:32 amOMA - SJC
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/296:00 amSJC - OMA
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/163:58 pmOMA - SFO
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/269:35 amSFO - OMA
Nonstop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/25$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Wed 12/115:40 amOMA - SFO
1 stop11h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/154:10 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$250
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/78:40 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 11/125:25 amOAK - OMA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/25$262

Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,979,056 searches. Data last updated September 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Sat 10/58:27 pmCID - SFO
1 stop6h 01mFrontier
Wed 10/236:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop11h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$172
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 10/36:23 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Sat 10/56:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/56:00 amCID - SFO
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2112:16 amSFO - CID
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/26$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Sat 10/56:00 amCID - SFO
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Tue 10/2210:45 pmSFO - CID
2 stops10h 26mDelta
Deal found 9/26$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/33:58 pmOMA - SFO
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/106:29 pmSFO - OMA
Nonstop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/26$414
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/36:05 amOMA - SFO
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Thu 10/104:35 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/26$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/14:12 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Tue 10/812:35 pmSJC - CID
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 9/25$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/65:44 amCID - SFO
2 stops8h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1811:35 pmSFO - CID
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/26$483
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/35:20 amOMA - SFO
1 stop10h 37mDelta
Wed 10/912:43 amSFO - OMA
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 9/26$548

One-way flights to San Francisco Bay Area from Iowa

Search for one-way flight options from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,979,056 searches. Data last updated September 26, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area can use the search form above.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Thu 10/178:11 pmCID - SFO
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$54
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/92:20 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$60
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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 10/168:11 pmCID - SJC
1 stop16h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/26$65
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Tue 10/158:11 pmCID - SJC
2 stops17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/26$78
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/126:30 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$79
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. 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.
Tue 10/158:11 pmCID - OAK
2 stops20h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/26$82
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/88:40 pmOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/24$134
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 12/106:17 amMLI - SFO
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$134
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 11/35:45 amOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/25$134

Find flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,979,056 searches. Data last updated September 26, 2024.

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$108 - $262

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Omaha Eppley AirfieldSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/23

1 stop11h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 10/30

1 stop5h 20m

$108

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Thu 10/17

1 stop5h 58m

San Francisco

Wed 10/23

1 stop11h 11m

$108

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Sat 10/19

1 stop7h 58m

San Francisco

Wed 10/23

1 stop10h 01m

$128

Omaha Eppley AirfieldSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/16

1 stop22h 25m

San Jose

Fri 10/25

1 stop24h 59m

$138

Omaha Eppley AirfieldSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/26

1 stop8h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 10/29

1 stop5h 20m

$193

Omaha Eppley AirfieldSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/26

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Fri 11/1

1 stop8h 40m

$216

Omaha Eppley AirfieldSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/26

1 stop5h 51m

San Jose

Tue 10/29

1 stop5h 40m

$242

Omaha Eppley AirfieldSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/16

Nonstop3h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 10/26

Nonstop3h 30m

$249

Omaha Eppley AirfieldOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/7

1 stop5h 35m

Oakland

Tue 11/12

1 stop5h 55m

$262

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco Bay Area from Iowa with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $114). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area in January is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 26, 2024.

When flying from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 89% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on September 22, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 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 Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated September 26, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Frontier from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
9,383 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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
9,037 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,442 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

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 San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $108, but on average you can expect to pay $243.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area is less than $249.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area for under $200?

    There are currently 13+ open flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $54 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $134 and American Airlines from $134 one-way.

  • What does DSM to SFO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Des Moines Airport to San Francisco Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DSM to SFO flight. San Jose Airport (SJC), Oakland Airport (OAK), Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS), Napa County Airport (APC), Concord Buchanan Fld Airport (CCR) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area with specific airlines?

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    The Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 9/26.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $114). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area in January is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 2,979,056 searches. Data last updated September 26, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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