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$117+ 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SFO
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$436
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/244:30 pmCID - SFO
1 stop9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/2510:20 amOMA - SFO
1 stop9h 54mDelta
Fri 7/41:18 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 4/3$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mon 10/205:11 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/286:28 pmSFO - OMA
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$239
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 5/97:20 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Mon 5/126:35 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/3$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 10/167:51 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/212:55 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$249
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 5/18:11 pmCID - SFO
1 stop21h 06mFrontier
Thu 5/84:17 pmSFO - CID
1 stop25h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/3$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 8/268:30 amOMA - OAK
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Sat 8/305:15 pmOAK - OMA
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/2$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sat 4/198:14 amCID - SFO
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/265:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/244:11 pmCID - SFO
2 stops8h 25mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/3$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 5/19:02 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Thu 5/86:35 amSFO - OMA
1 stop11h 27mFrontier
Deal found 4/3$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/244:18 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 4/291:05 pmSJC - CID
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/3$273
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Mon 5/1911:41 amOMA - SJC
1 stop24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/226:00 amSJC - OMA
1 stop26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$279

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/24

4:30 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

5:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$229

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/25

1:12 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

12:49 am-10:14 am

1 stop7h 25m

$237

Des MoinesSan Francisco

DSM - SFO

DSMSFO

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

7:20 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 49m

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

6:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$240

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/29

6:10 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop6h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

11:59 pm-8:56 am

1 stop6h 57m

$249

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Thu 5/1

8:11 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop21h 06m

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

4:17 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$250

OmahaOakland

OMA - OAK

OMAOAK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/26

8:30 am-12:23 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Oakland

Sat 8/30

5:15 pm-12:03 am

1 stop4h 48m

$257

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 4/19

8:14 am-1:36 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

5:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$259

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/24

4:11 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops8h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-3:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$262

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/1

9:02 pm-12:31 am

1 stop5h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

6:35 am-8:02 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$270

Cedar RapidsSan Jose

CID - SJC

CIDSJC

Cedar Rapids

Thu 4/24

4:18 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San Jose

Tue 4/29

1:05 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$273

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 April 4, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

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 April 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,901 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,621 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $117 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $119 and Southwest from $145 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Francisco Bay Area

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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