What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Iowa?

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Iowa

How long is the flight from California to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Des Moines takes 3h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Jose to Des Moines takes 5h 10m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Iowa?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Iowa on average per week?

As of September 2025, 73 flights take off from California and land in Iowa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Iowa?

Prices for flights from California to Iowa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Iowa?

As of September 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Iowa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The required travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:05 am - 10:55 amLAS-OMA

2h 50mnonstop

1:20 pm - 2:10 pmOMA-LAS

2h 50mnonstop

$96Allegiant Air

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Fri, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 20

6:05 am - 10:55 amLAS-OMA

2h 50mnonstop

1:20 pm - 2:10 pmOMA-LAS

2h 50mnonstop

$108Allegiant Air

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Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27

11:59 pm - 8:51 amLAS-OMA

6h 52m1 stop

2:05 pm - 9:03 pmOMA-LAS

8h 58m1 stop

$159American Airlines

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Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Nov 1

7:15 am - 5:53 pmSAN-OMA

8h 38m1 stop

3:38 pm - 8:20 pmOMA-SAN

6h 42m1 stop

$167American Airlines

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Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4

7:00 am - 4:50 pmSFO-OMA

7h 50m1 stop

3:45 pm - 9:30 pmOMA-SFO

7h 45m1 stop

$167Southwest

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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18

11:39 pm - 10:49 amLAS-OMA

9h 10m1 stop

10:41 am - 6:46 pmOMA-LAS

10h 05m1 stop

$197Delta

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Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4

4:10 pm - 12:15 amSFO-OMA

6h 05m1 stop

8:10 pm - 11:45 pmOMA-SFO

5h 35m1 stop

$199Southwest

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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27

1:45 pm - 8:09 pmLAS-OMA

4h 24m1 stop

1:40 pm - 8:01 pmOMA-LAS

8h 21m2 stops

$201United Airlines

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Sat, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 2

4:05 pm - 10:56 pmSAN-OMA

4h 51m1 stop

3:06 pm - 9:45 pmOMA-SAN

8h 39m1 stop

$227United Airlines

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Sat, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 12

12:35 am - 10:14 amSFO-OMA

7h 39m1 stop

6:00 pm - 9:52 pmOMA-SFO

5h 52m1 stop

$237Delta

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Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27

Frontier flights from California to Iowa

Our best Frontier deals on California to Iowa flight tickets

Frontier

Oct 23

LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Oct 26

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

13h 03m

1 stop

LAS8:02 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$143

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Frontier

Oct 2

LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16h 51m

1 stop

OMA7:50 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Oct 6

OMA2:16 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

26h 30m

1 stop

LAS2:46 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$144

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Frontier

Oct 3

LAX6:35 amLos Angeles

5h 05m

1 stop

DSM1:40 pmDes Moines

Oct 6

DSM2:25 pmDes Moines

7h 43m

1 stop

LAX8:08 pmLos Angeles

$149

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American Airlines flights from California to Iowa

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Iowa flight tickets

American Airlines

Oct 21

LAS11:59 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6h 52m

1 stop

OMA8:51 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Nov 1

OMA2:05 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

8h 58m

1 stop

LAS9:03 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$159

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American Airlines

Nov 1

SAN7:15 amSan Diego

8h 38m

1 stop

OMA5:53 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Nov 4

OMA3:38 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 42m

1 stop

SAN8:20 pmSan Diego

$167

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American Airlines

Nov 1

SAN2:29 pmSan Diego

6h 53m

1 stop

OMA11:22 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Nov 8

OMA6:29 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

9h 46m

1 stop

SAN2:15 pmSan Diego

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Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/17

6:05 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/20

1:20 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$96

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/24

6:05 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/27

1:20 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$108

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/21

11:59 pm-8:51 am

1 stop6h 52m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 11/1

2:05 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$159

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Sat 11/1

7:15 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/4

3:38 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$167

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/18

3:45 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$167

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/1

11:39 pm-10:49 am

1 stop9h 10m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/4

10:41 am-6:46 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$197

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 10/23

4:10 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/27

8:10 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$199

Las VegasOmaha

LAS - OMA

LASOMA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/22

1:45 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/2

1:40 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops8h 21m

$201

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Sat 10/11

4:05 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/12

3:06 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$227

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

12:35 am-10:14 am

1 stop7h 39m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/27

6:00 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$237

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from California averaging around $368.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Iowa?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Iowa is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $228. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $378. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Iowa.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Iowa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Iowa is in the morning. Flights from California to Iowa during this time can be as low as $266. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $484. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest California to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Des Moines for the best California - Iowa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Iowa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Iowa from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Iowa for around $397 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Iowa from California for as low as $203 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Iowa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on California to Iowa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Iowa flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Iowa flight.

Cheap California to Iowa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$84
Fastest flight time	2h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Iowa from California in the past 72 hours is $84. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $313.

The fastest flight from California to Iowa takes 2h 35m

Direct flights go from California to Iowa every day.

There is 1 airport near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Iowa?
Prices for flights from California to Iowa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Iowa?
As of September 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Iowa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The required travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Iowa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Iowa is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 65.52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 31.03% and Airbus A319 at 3.45%.

Best airlines flying from California to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $75	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 699 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $122	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,174 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $233	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $305	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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Can I find flights from California to Iowa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for California to Iowa flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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