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$354+ Cheap flights from Iowa to San Luis Obispo (SBP)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SBP
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to San Luis Obispo

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Round-trip from

$354
(American Airlines)

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January

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May

Average price

$386
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Find flight deals from Iowa to San Luis Obispo

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

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.
Fri 9/125:14 amCID - SBP
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1512:28 pmSBP - CID
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$354
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 4/296:20 pmDSM - SBP
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/36:00 amSBP - DSM
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$354
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:00 amCID - SBP
2 stops11h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/158:10 amSBP - CID
2 stops11h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$389
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/295:45 amDSM - SBP
2 stops10h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/37:15 amSBP - DSM
2 stops13h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$389

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to San Luis Obispo that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

San Luis Obispo

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Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsSan Luis Obispo

CID - SBP

CIDSBP

Cedar Rapids

Fri 9/12

5:14 am-11:34 am

1 stop8h 20m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 9/15

12:28 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$354

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

6:20 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop5h 57m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$354

Cedar RapidsSan Luis Obispo

CID - SBP

CIDSBP

Cedar Rapids

Fri 9/12

9:00 am-6:19 pm

2 stops11h 19m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 9/15

8:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$389

Des MoinesSan Luis Obispo

DSM - SBP

DSMSBP

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

5:45 am-2:08 pm

2 stops10h 23m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 5/3

7:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$389

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Deals found on 4/1

Best time to book a flight from Iowa to San Luis Obispo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to San Luis Obispo

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Iowa to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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.

Rainfall in San Luis Obispo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Luis Obispo ranges from 0.0 - 4.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Luis Obispo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Luis Obispo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Luis Obispo, 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 66.2 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 Luis Obispo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Iowa to San Luis Obispo, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines and American Airlines. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into San Luis Obispo County (SBP) if they book a flight to San Luis Obispo from Iowa. County is conveniently located just 3.3 mi from San Luis Obispo’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Iowa to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 2 airlines flying from Iowa to San Luis Obispo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to San Luis Obispo. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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