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$65+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Francisco (SFO)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$162
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$65
(Booking.com)
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/232:39 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/66:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$244
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/207:18 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop14h 51mFrontier
Mon 1/66:00 amSFO - OMA
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/239:29 pmCID - SFO
1 stop28h 52mFrontier
Mon 12/306:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/255:40 amOMA - SFO
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/19:28 amSFO - OMA
Nonstop3h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/235:58 amMLI - SFO
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Wed 1/16:00 amSFO - MLI
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/16$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/246:28 amCID - SFO
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Wed 1/16:00 amSFO - CID
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/18$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/198:14 amOMA - SFO
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Mon 1/610:45 pmSFO - OMA
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/17$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/197:30 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/512:59 amSFO - OMA
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/242:15 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Wed 1/110:20 amSFO - DSM
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$448
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/196:00 amCID - SFO
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/284:28 pmSFO - CID
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2012:00 pmOMA - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Mon 1/611:20 amSFO - OMA
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/245:10 pmDSM - SFO
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/15:00 amSFO - DSM
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$497

Find flights from Iowa to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Francisco 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 18, 2024.

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OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/5

3:37 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$162

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/15

3:37 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

2:43 pm-2:37 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$206

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/24

6:27 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

10:45 pm-9:50 am

1 stop9h 05m

$236

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 3/7

3:58 pm-11:27 am

1 stop21h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

7:26 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$258

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/11

1:48 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop6h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

4:21 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$259

OmahaSan Francisco

OMA - SFO

OMASFO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/1

5:30 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

12:32 am-1:58 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$268

MolineSan Francisco

MLI - SFO

MLISFO

Moline Quad-City

Thu 1/23

4:33 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 33m

San Francisco

Mon 1/27

9:00 am-10:22 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$288

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/14

5:38 am-1:49 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

3:10 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$288

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/7

11:48 am-8:36 pm

2 stops10h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

5:55 am-4:12 pm

2 stops8h 17m

$298

Cedar RapidsSan Francisco

CID - SFO

CIDSFO

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/2

2:30 pm-7:59 am

1 stop19h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

6:00 am-8:29 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$318

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from Iowa to San Francisco, 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 Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Iowa to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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. 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 Francisco from Iowa?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to San Francisco.

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

    $65 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $103 and $163, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Iowa to San Francisco is Omaha Eppley Airfield - San Francisco. You may also consider Cedar Rapids - San Francisco or Des Moines - San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Iowa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Francisco. 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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