What airlines fly to Iowa?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from San Diego according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% 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.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Iowa?

Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Iowa

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

3 flights are operational weekly from San Diego to Iowa as of April 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa?

As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa.

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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6:25 am - 8:13 pm

SAN

OMA

11h 48m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 11:59 pm

OMA

SAN

5h 01m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

12:25 pm - 8:04 pm

SAN

OMA

5h 39m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 11:59 pm

OMA

SAN

5h 01m

1 stop

$180Frontier

Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 20

6:25 am - 1:51 pm

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CID

5h 26m

1 stop

1:51 pm - 11:50 pm

CID

SAN

11h 59m

1 stop

$185Frontier

Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5

10:07 pm - 12:55 pm

SAN

DSM

12h 48m

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9:56 pm - 8:58 pm

DSM

SAN

25h 02m

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$202Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8

10:07 pm - 9:06 pm

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DSM

20h 59m

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9:56 pm - 8:58 pm

DSM

SAN

25h 02m

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$213Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

3:21 pm - 11:29 pm

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MLI

6h 08m

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6:41 pm - 11:33 pm

MLI

SAN

6h 52m

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$291American Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

4:22 pm - 12:07 am

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CID

5h 45m

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6:36 pm - 11:39 pm

CID

SAN

7h 03m

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$299American Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

12:41 pm - 10:21 pm

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MLI

7h 40m

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5:17 pm - 11:28 pm

MLI

SAN

8h 11m

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$343Delta

Wed, May 27 - Sat, Jun 6

1:53 pm - 10:31 pm

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MLI

6h 38m

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3:52 pm - 11:54 pm

MLI

SAN

10h 02m

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$348United Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Sat, Jun 6

10:30 pm - 10:24 am

SAN

MLI

9h 54m

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5:17 pm - 11:00 pm

MLI

SAN

7h 43m

1 stop

$356Delta

Mon, Jun 8 - Tue, Jun 16

Frontier flights from San Diego to Iowa

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Frontier

Apr 24

SAN12:25 pmSan Diego

5h 39m

1 stop

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 1

OMA8:49 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

5h 10m

1 stop

SAN11:59 pmSan Diego

$160

Frontier

Apr 17

SAN12:25 pmSan Diego

5h 39m

1 stop

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 20

OMA8:58 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

5h 01m

1 stop

SAN11:59 pmSan Diego

$180

Frontier

May 1

SAN6:25 amSan Diego

5h 26m

1 stop

CID1:51 pmCedar Rapids

May 5

CID1:51 pmCedar Rapids

11h 59m

1 stop

SAN11:50 pmSan Diego

$185

Delta flights from San Diego to Iowa

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Delta

Apr 14

SAN2:45 pmSan Diego

6h 04m

1 stop

OMA10:49 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Apr 18

OMA5:55 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

5h 46m

1 stop

SAN9:41 pmSan Diego

$277

Delta

Jun 8

SAN10:30 pmSan Diego

9h 13m

1 stop

OMA9:43 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 11

OMA5:50 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

8h 03m

1 stop

SAN11:53 pmSan Diego

$288

Delta

Apr 28

SAN6:25 amSan Diego

7h 16m

1 stop

DSM3:41 pmDes Moines

May 5

DSM2:44 pmDes Moines

10h 41m

1 stop

SAN11:25 pmSan Diego

$337

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8:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 01m

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SANOMA

San Diego

Fri 4/17

12:25 pm-8:04 pm

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Mon 4/20

8:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$180

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SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Fri 5/1

6:25 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/5

1:51 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$185

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SANDSM

San Diego

Tue 6/2

10:07 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

9:56 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$202

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9:56 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$213

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San Diego

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3:21 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 08m

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Wed 5/6

6:41 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$291

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SANCID

San Diego

Wed 6/10

4:22 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/17

6:36 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$299

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SAN - MLI

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San Diego

Wed 5/27

12:41 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/6

5:17 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$343

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SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Wed 5/27

1:53 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 38m

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Sat 6/6

3:52 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$348

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Mon 6/8

10:30 pm-10:24 am

1 stop9h 54m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 6/16

5:17 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$356

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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 $322.

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 Monday because tickets tend to average around $171. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Iowa.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Iowa flight route?

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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 00m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The fastest flight from San Diego to Iowa takes 3h 00m

Direct flights go from San Diego to Iowa on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From San Diego there are direct flights to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa?
As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Iowa.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Iowa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Diego to Iowa is Airbus A320-100/200 (100.00% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $69	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 709 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $95	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,007 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,366 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $247	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,335 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $253	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,530 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,545 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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