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

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

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

As of July 2025, 38 flights take off from California and land in Iowa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 43% 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 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 San Diego to Des Moines takes 3h 24m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Des Moines takes 3h 30m 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.

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

As of July 2025, there are 5 flights per day flying from California to Iowa. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00PM, with 75% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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 July 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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9:36 am - 10:40 pmLAX-DSM

11h 04m1 stop

3:40 pm - 8:00 pmDSM-LAX

6h 20m1 stop

$182

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Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6

6:45 am - 10:42 pmLAX-DSM

13h 57m1 stop

3:40 pm - 11:58 pmDSM-LAX

10h 18m1 stop

$183

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Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25

12:40 am - 10:13 amSFO-OMA

7h 33m1 stop

8:04 am - 1:30 pmOMA-SFO

7h 26m1 stop

$237Delta

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4:55 pm - 10:13 pmSFO-OMA

3h 18mnonstop

7:30 am - 9:12 amOMA-SFO

3h 42mnonstop

$249United Airlines

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6:04 am - 3:55 pmONT-OMA

7h 51m1 stop

11:35 am - 5:29 pmOMA-ONT

7h 54m1 stop

$250United Airlines

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7:13 am - 5:10 pmSAN-MLI

7h 57m1 stop

6:00 am - 12:27 pmMLI-SAN

8h 27m1 stop

$251American Airlines

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6:20 am - 5:10 pmSAN-MLI

8h 50m2 stops

10:54 am - 3:53 pmMLI-SAN

6h 59m1 stop

$256American Airlines

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4:50 pm - 11:56 pmONT-OMA

5h 06m1 stop

5:15 am - 10:35 amOMA-ONT

7h 20m1 stop

$257Delta

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6:50 am - 5:55 pmSFO-OMA

9h 05m2 stops

6:40 am - 10:05 amOMA-SFO

5h 25m1 stop

$288Southwest

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5:00 am - 12:25 pmSFO-OMA

5h 25m1 stop

4:00 pm - 10:25 pmOMA-SFO

8h 25m2 stops

$294Southwest

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Frontier flights from California to Iowa

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Aug 4

ONT12:59 amOntario

15h 54m

1 stop

OMA6:53 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Aug 12

OMA7:51 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

15h 18m

1 stop

ONT9:09 amOntario

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Aug 12

SNA11:56 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

4h 57m

1 stop

OMA6:53 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Aug 17

OMA7:51 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

17h 19m

1 stop

SNA11:10 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

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Oct 8

LAX6:45 amLos Angeles

5h 58m

1 stop

DSM2:43 pmDes Moines

Oct 12

DSM8:44 pmDes Moines

5h 41m

1 stop

LAX12:25 amLos Angeles

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Aug 22

SFO12:40 amSan Francisco

7h 33m

1 stop

OMA10:13 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Aug 26

OMA8:04 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

7h 26m

1 stop

SFO1:30 pmSan Francisco

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Sep 6

ONT4:50 pmOntario

5h 06m

1 stop

OMA11:56 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Sep 10

OMA5:15 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

7h 20m

1 stop

ONT10:35 amOntario

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Sep 6

ONT1:15 pmOntario

7h 30m

2 stops

OMA10:45 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Sep 13

OMA8:25 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

5h 52m

1 stop

ONT12:17 pmOntario

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Thu 10/2

9:36 am-10:40 pm

1 stop11h 04m

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Mon 10/6

3:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

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Fri 8/22

6:45 am-10:42 pm

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3:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$183

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SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

12:40 am-10:13 am

1 stop7h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/26

8:04 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$237

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SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

4:55 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/25

7:30 am-9:12 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$249

OntarioOmaha

ONT - OMA

ONTOMA

Ontario

Wed 8/20

6:04 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/27

11:35 am-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$250

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SANMLI

San Diego

Wed 9/10

7:13 am-5:10 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$251

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SAN - MLI

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Wed 9/10

6:20 am-5:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

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Sat 9/20

10:54 am-3:53 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$256

OntarioOmaha

ONT - OMA

ONTOMA

Ontario

Sat 9/6

4:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/10

5:15 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 20m

$257

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

6:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/26

6:40 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 25m

$288

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

5:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/25

4:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$294

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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 March is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from California averaging around $372.

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 $229. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $393. 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 $229. 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 $399 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 are 1 cabin classes 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Iowa.

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Best Price Found	$93
Fastest flight time	3h 16m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from California in the past 72 hours is $93. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $182.

The fastest flight from California to Iowa takes 3h 16m

Direct flights go from California to Iowa every day.

There are 3 airports near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Des Moines (DSM), Cedar Rapids (CID)

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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 July 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 86.25% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 12.50% and Airbus A319 at 1.25%.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $76	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 702 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $233	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $306	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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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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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Iowa from California.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Iowa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of March is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from California averaging around $372.

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

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

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?

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

There are 1 cabin classes 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Iowa.

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

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

What airlines fly to Iowa?

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

As of July 2025, there are 5 flights per day flying from California to Iowa. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00PM, with 75% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of July 2025, 38 flights take off from California and land in Iowa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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Best airlines flying from California to Iowa

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Iowa?

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

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Iowa?

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Iowa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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