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$101+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Jose (SJC)

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DSM — SJC
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Tue 5/66:30 amMLI - SJC
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1012:10 pmSJC - MLI
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:00 pmCID - SJC
2 stops10h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/192:15 pmSJC - CID
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 5/144:20 pmCID - SJC
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Mon 5/1912:26 pmSJC - CID
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/2$273
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 5/318:59 pmOMA - SJC
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Sun 6/811:44 amSJC - OMA
1 stop6h 15mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$300
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/83:12 pmOMA - SJC
2 stops20h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/153:00 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop21h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/85:30 amOMA - SJC
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Wed 4/161:05 pmSJC - OMA
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Deal found 3/2$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/55:25 pmMLI - SJC
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/106:35 amSJC - MLI
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/195:45 amDSM - SJC
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Thu 3/276:15 amSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/3$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:49 pmDSM - SJC
2 stops11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2312:15 pmSJC - DSM
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/177:00 amDSM - SJC
2 stops13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/2411:07 amSJC - DSM
3 stops34h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$345
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:20 pmDSM - SJC
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Tue 4/1511:00 amSJC - DSM
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/211:28 pmOMA - SJC
2 stops11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2510:41 amSJC - OMA
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$362

Find flights from Iowa to San Jose within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San Jose 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 March 3, 2025.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

San Jose

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Depart

Return

Price

MolineSan Jose

MLI - SJC

MLISJC

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/6

6:30 am-1:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Jose

Sat 5/10

12:10 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$229

Cedar RapidsSan Jose

CID - SJC

CIDSJC

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/14

2:00 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops10h 46m

San Jose

Mon 5/19

2:15 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$264

Cedar RapidsSan Jose

CID - SJC

CIDSJC

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/14

4:20 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 11m

San Jose

Mon 5/19

12:26 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$273

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/31

8:59 pm-10:40 am

1 stop15h 41m

San Jose

Sun 6/8

11:44 am-7:59 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$300

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/8

3:12 pm-9:46 am

2 stops20h 34m

San Jose

Tue 4/15

3:00 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$308

OmahaSan Jose

OMA - SJC

OMASJC

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/8

6:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 34m

San Jose

Sat 4/12

6:15 am-4:34 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$313

MolineSan Jose

MLI - SJC

MLISJC

Moline Quad-City

Sat 4/5

5:25 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 26m

San Jose

Thu 4/10

6:35 am-4:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$320

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

5:45 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 06m

San Jose

Thu 3/27

6:15 am-4:27 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$339

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

12:49 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops11h 58m

San Jose

Wed 4/23

12:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$343

Des MoinesSan Jose

DSM - SJC

DSMSJC

Des Moines

Thu 4/17

7:00 am-6:57 pm

2 stops13h 57m

San Jose

Thu 4/24

11:07 am-11:13 pm

3 stops34h 06m

$345

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to San Jose

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Iowa to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to San Jose, 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 Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Iowa to San Jose. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,320 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Jose (SJC), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to San Jose.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to San Jose are Frontier ($101), Hawaiian Airlines ($156), and Delta ($162).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Iowa to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Jose. 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$387Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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