San José

$275+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San José (SJO)

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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to San José flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$346
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$275
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$625
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From Iowa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Iowa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/22:28 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/412:55 amSJO - DSM
1 stop20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$346
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/135:25 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/161:41 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$460
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 10/225:45 amDSM - SJO
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Thu 10/301:13 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/3$506
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:00 amDSM - SJO
2 stops17h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/176:18 amSJO - DSM
2 stops12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$510
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/119:37 amOMA - SJO
1 stop13h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/181:55 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$514
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:42 amOMA - SJO
1 stop12h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/106:35 amSJO - OMA
1 stop12h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$527
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/176:44 amCID - SJO
1 stop16h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2411:59 pmSJO - CID
1 stop17h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/68:00 amDSM - SJO
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/186:35 amSJO - DSM
1 stop16h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$536
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 7/87:00 amMLI - SJO
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/2911:59 pmSJO - MLI
1 stop14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$538
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:40 amOMA - SJO
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Wed 11/129:00 amSJO - OMA
2 stops12h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$544
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/66:40 amDSM - SJO
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Sun 5/188:45 amSJO - DSM
2 stops14h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$573
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/165:25 pmMLI - SJO
2 stops17h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/177:55 amSJO - MLI
2 stops25h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$605

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to San José 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

2:28 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/4

12:55 am-9:58 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$346

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-10:04 pm

2 stops17h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

6:18 am-8:13 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$510

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/11

9:37 am-10:04 pm

1 stop13h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/18

1:55 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$514

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/3

9:42 am-9:15 pm

1 stop12h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

6:35 am-8:22 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$527

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/17

6:44 am-10:24 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

11:59 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$527

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

6:45 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops18h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

6:35 am-11:39 pm

1 stop16h 04m

$536

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Tue 7/8

7:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/29

11:59 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$538

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 5/3

5:45 am-1:28 pm

1 stop8h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

1:24 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$551

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

6:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

8:45 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$573

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Wed 4/16

10:50 am-10:11 am

2 stops24h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

7:55 am-10:11 am

2 stops25h 16m

$605

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

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

When flying from Iowa to San José, San José Province, 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 José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April 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 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa to San José have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Iowa?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Iowa to San José.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to San José, San José Province?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to San José 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 José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Iowa to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 3 airlines flying from Iowa to San José

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$394Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$449Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$470Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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