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Cheap flights from Iowa to San José from $177

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American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:30 pmDSM-SJO
15h 30m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:27 pmSJO-DSM
15h 27m1 stop
$350American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 13
Delta Logo
10:21 am - 10:15 pmDSM-SJO
11h 54m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:19 pmSJO-DSM
14h 19m2 stops
$354Delta
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Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 13
American Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 10:30 pmDSM-SJO
10h 48m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:38 am - 3:15 pmSJO-DSM
8h 37m1 stop
$390American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 11:42 amOMA-SJO
21h 18m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 6:44 pmSJO-OMA
30h 05m1 stop
$418Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:15 pmDSM-SJO
29h 15m2 stops
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2:20 pm - 2:27 pmSJO-DSM
24h 07m2 stops
$454United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 11:42 amMLI-SJO
25h 33m1 stop
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5:10 pm - 10:42 amSJO-MLI
41h 32m2 stops
$455Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
United Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:16 pmDSM-SJO
10h 06m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 8:41 pmSJO-DSM
13h 11m1 stop
$490United Airlines
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Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 14
Copa Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 5:01 pmOMA-SJO
24h 46m2 stops
Copa Airlines Logo
8:11 am - 11:30 pmSJO-OMA
14h 19m2 stops
$693Copa Airlines
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Fri, Apr 3 - Fri, Apr 10
Southwest Logo
8:05 pm - 7:30 pmOMA-SJO
23h 25m2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:40 am - 12:20 amSJO-OMA
14h 40m2 stops
$706Southwest
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Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 1
Copa Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 9:06 amOMA-SJO
16h 51m2 stops
Copa Airlines Logo
8:11 am - 11:30 pmSJO-OMA
14h 19m2 stops
$726Copa Airlines
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Fri, Apr 3 - Fri, Apr 10

Delta flights from Iowa to San José

Our best Delta deals on Iowa to San José flight tickets
Delta
Feb 5
DSM10:21 amDes Moines
11h 54m
2 stops
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 13
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 19m
2 stops
DSM9:19 pmDes Moines
$354
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Delta
Jan 25
OMA11:08 amOmaha Eppley Airfield
11h 07m
1 stop
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 31
SJO8:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 33m
2 stops
OMA11:58 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
$506
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Delta
Mar 3
CID5:33 amCedar Rapids
16h 42m
1 stop
SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 6
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 26m
1 stop
CID9:26 pmCedar Rapids
$587
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American Airlines flights from Iowa to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Iowa to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Feb 5
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
15h 30m
1 stop
SJO10:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 13
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:27 pmDes Moines
$350
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American Airlines
Jan 16
DSM11:42 amDes Moines
10h 48m
1 stop
SJO10:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 23
SJO6:38 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 37m
1 stop
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
$390
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American Airlines
Feb 6
DSM7:39 amDes Moines
13h 23m
2 stops
SJO9:02 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 14
SJO7:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 20m
2 stops
DSM10:05 pmDes Moines
$394
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

7:00 am-10:27 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$350

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

10:21 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

7:00 am-9:19 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$354

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

11:42 am-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:38 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$390

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 12/4

2:24 pm-11:42 am

2 stops21h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/7

12:39 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$418

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

8:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

2:20 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$454

MolineSan José

MLI - SJO

MLISJO

Moline Quad-City

Thu 12/4

10:09 am-11:42 am

1 stop25h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

5:10 pm-10:42 am

2 stops41h 32m

$455

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

8:10 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/14

7:30 am-8:41 pm

1 stop13h 11m

$490

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/3

5:15 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops24h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/10

8:11 am-11:30 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$693

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/20

8:05 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops23h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

9:40 am-12:20 am

2 stops14h 40m

$706

OmahaSan José

OMA - SJO

OMASJO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/3

5:15 pm-9:06 am

2 stops16h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/10

8:11 am-11:30 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$726

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to San José

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $577. If you don’t want to visit San José in August, then you should wait until November to fly from Iowa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $601.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Iowa is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $517. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Iowa to San José on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $762. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Iowa to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San José in the afternoon for as low as $589. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $736.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Iowa when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $687 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Iowa for as low as $400 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Iowa to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to San José flight.

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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Iowa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    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 Iowa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to San José

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Rating
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DeltaPriceFrom $251Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $492Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,007 reviews
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