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Cheap flights from San Diego to Iowa from $58

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6:00 pm - 1:49 pmSAN-DSM
17h 49m1 stop
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2:32 pm - 11:50 pmDSM-SAN
11h 18m1 stop
$130Frontier
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
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4:47 pm - 7:44 pmSAN-DSM
24h 57m1 stop
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2:35 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-SAN
11h 24m1 stop
$135Frontier
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Fri, Dec 19 - Tue, Dec 23
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7:20 am - 4:16 pmSAN-DSM
6h 56m1 stop
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2:59 pm - 8:42 pmDSM-SAN
7h 43m1 stop
$297Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 17
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 5:47 pmSAN-DSM
9h 32m1 stop
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10:20 am - 6:21 pmDSM-SAN
10h 01m1 stop
$301Delta
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Thu, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 16
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8:45 am - 4:12 pmSAN-DSM
5h 27m1 stop
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1:31 pm - 8:48 pmDSM-SAN
9h 17m2 stops
$302United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 10
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11:41 am - 10:37 pmSAN-OMA
8h 56m1 stop
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6:00 am - 2:18 pmOMA-SAN
10h 18m1 stop
$312American Airlines
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Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 22
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12:50 pm - 11:30 pmSAN-OMA
8h 40m2 stops
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3:38 pm - 10:17 pmOMA-SAN
8h 39m1 stop
$318American Airlines
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Tue, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 22
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6:25 am - 2:30 pmSAN-OMA
6h 05m1 stop
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7:55 pm - 11:20 pmOMA-SAN
5h 25m1 stop
$326Southwest
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Fri, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 24
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10:30 am - 7:55 pmSAN-DSM
7h 25m2 stops
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12:05 pm - 7:00 pmDSM-SAN
8h 55m2 stops
$342Southwest
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Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 10
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12:55 pm - 8:41 pmSAN-DSM
5h 46m1 stop
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3:24 pm - 10:44 pmDSM-SAN
9h 20m1 stop
$355United Airlines
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Frontier flights from San Diego to Iowa

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Iowa flight tickets
Frontier
Nov 13
SAN6:00 pmSan Diego
17h 49m
1 stop
DSM1:49 pmDes Moines
Nov 17
DSM2:32 pmDes Moines
11h 18m
1 stop
SAN11:50 pmSan Diego
$130
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Frontier
Dec 19
SAN4:47 pmSan Diego
24h 57m
1 stop
DSM7:44 pmDes Moines
Dec 23
DSM2:35 pmDes Moines
11h 24m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
$135
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Frontier
Nov 13
SAN6:00 pmSan Diego
24h 06m
1 stop
OMA8:06 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Nov 17
OMA8:51 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
17h 16m
1 stop
SAN12:07 pmSan Diego
$139
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Southwest flights from San Diego to Iowa

Our best Southwest deals on San Diego to Iowa flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 21
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
6h 05m
1 stop
OMA2:30 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Nov 24
OMA7:55 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
5h 25m
1 stop
SAN11:20 pmSan Diego
$326
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Southwest
Dec 9
SAN10:30 amSan Diego
7h 25m
2 stops
DSM7:55 pmDes Moines
Dec 10
DSM12:05 pmDes Moines
8h 55m
2 stops
SAN7:00 pmSan Diego
$342
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Southwest
Nov 25
SAN2:30 pmSan Diego
5h 55m
1 stop
OMA10:25 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Dec 2
OMA6:10 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
5h 00m
1 stop
SAN9:10 pmSan Diego
$349
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Iowa 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 October 30, 2025.
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San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Thu 11/13

6:00 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop17h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

2:32 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$130

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Fri 12/19

4:47 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop24h 57m

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

2:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$135

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Wed 12/10

7:20 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

2:59 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$297

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Thu 12/11

6:15 am-5:47 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

10:20 am-6:21 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$301

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Tue 12/9

8:45 am-4:12 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

1:31 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$302

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Tue 11/18

11:41 am-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 11/22

6:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$312

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Tue 11/18

12:50 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 11/22

3:38 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$318

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Fri 11/21

6:25 am-2:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/24

7:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$326

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Tue 12/9

10:30 am-7:55 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

12:05 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$342

San DiegoDes Moines

SAN - DSM

SANDSM

San Diego

Thu 2/19

12:55 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

3:24 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$355

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of May is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $339.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to Iowa is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $140. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $436. 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 afternoon. Flights from San Diego to Iowa during this time can be as low as $171. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $562. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Iowa flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Iowa from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Iowa for around $403 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Iowa from San Diego for as low as $198 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Iowa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on San Diego 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 San Diego to Iowa flights?

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

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Fastest flight time

3h 10m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sun

Airports in Iowa

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Diego to Iowa takes 3h 10m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Iowa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport 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 San Diego Airport to Iowa.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Diego to Iowa

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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $75Free CancellationRating
7.2
695 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,993 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,123 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $252Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,030 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $306Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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