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$172+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San José (SJO)

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DSM — SJO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

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(Mytrip)

One-way from

$202
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August

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Iowa to San José
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 3/245:00 amOMA - SJO
1 stop17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/3111:59 pmSJO - OMA
1 stop8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$539
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 8/197:19 amMLI - SJO
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/272:45 pmSJO - MLI
1 stop23h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$549
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/107:36 pmCID - SJO
2 stops18h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/176:03 amSJO - CID
2 stops15h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$563
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 10/225:45 pmOMA - SJO
2 stops19h 15mSouthwest
Mon 10/271:30 pmSJO - OMA
2 stops18h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 7/154:12 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/2111:59 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop17h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 7/153:38 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops19h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/227:55 amSJO - DSM
2 stops25h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$592
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/292:55 pmOMA - SJO
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Fri 4/47:00 amSJO - OMA
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Deal found 2/22$602
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 2/263:39 pmDSM - SJO
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/52:43 pmSJO - DSM
3 stops31h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$617
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/25:26 pmOMA - SJO
2 stops22h 29mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/64:09 amSJO - OMA
2 stops19h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/22$664
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 4/510:28 amMLI - SJO
1 stop25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/1112:23 pmSJO - MLI
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Fri 4/45:25 pmMLI - SJO
2 stops17h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/126:35 amSJO - MLI
1 stop13h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/105:25 pmCID - SJO
2 stops19h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/175:30 amSJO - CID
2 stops15h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$693

Find flights from Iowa to San José within your budget

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 February 22, 2025.

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Iowa

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

3:25 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

12:23 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$425

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/24

5:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

11:59 pm-9:10 am

1 stop8h 11m

$539

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

5:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

1:11 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$539

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Tue 8/19

7:19 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

2:45 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop23h 59m

$549

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/10

7:36 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops18h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

6:03 am-10:04 pm

2 stops15h 01m

$563

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 3/29

5:29 pm-1:36 pm

1 stop21h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

11:59 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$588

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/29

2:55 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

7:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$602

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Sat 4/5

10:28 am-10:50 am

1 stop25h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/11

12:23 pm-7:43 am

2 stops18h 20m

$683

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Fri 4/4

5:25 pm-10:11 am

2 stops17h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/12

6:35 am-9:03 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$684

Cedar RapidsSan José

CID - SJO

CIDSJO

Cedar Rapids

Mon 3/10

5:25 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops19h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/17

5:30 am-9:36 pm

2 stops15h 06m

$693

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to San José

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

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 February 22, 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 February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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 cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to San José, San José Province one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $276. Users have also found prices from $316 and $331 on Delta and Copa Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Cedar Rapids - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Omaha Eppley Airfield - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route 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.

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  • 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San José. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$394Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$438Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$464Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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