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

Southwest, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Iowa

What airlines fly to Iowa?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from San Francisco according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 5 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 San Francisco to Iowa on average per week?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Iowa is 13 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Iowa were last updated today.

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Iowa as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Iowa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Iowa.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:00 am - 7:24 pm

SFO

OMA

11h 24m

1 stop

8:19 pm - 8:01 am

OMA

SFO

13h 42m

1 stop

$196Frontier

Tue, May 26 - Fri, May 29

6:00 am - 7:24 pm

SFO

OMA

11h 24m

1 stop

8:19 pm - 12:23 am

OMA

SFO

6h 04m

1 stop

$210Frontier

Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 3

7:17 pm - 12:59 pm

SFO

DSM

15h 42m

2 stops

10:01 pm - 7:53 pm

DSM

SFO

23h 52m

1 stop

$254Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 30 - Mon, Jul 13

11:36 am - 12:59 pm

SFO

DSM

23h 23m

1 stop

2:16 pm - 6:19 pm

DSM

SFO

30h 03m

2 stops

$257Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Mon, Jun 1

6:00 am - 4:22 pm

SFO

MLI

8h 22m

1 stop

11:00 am - 7:37 pm

MLI

SFO

10h 37m

1 stop

$331Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

11:14 pm - 11:22 am

SFO

LSE

10h 08m

1 stop

5:32 pm - 11:58 pm

LSE

SFO

8h 26m

1 stop

$338American Airlines

Sun, May 31 - Tue, Jun 30

6:00 am - 4:22 pm

SFO

MLI

8h 22m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 12:15 am

MLI

SFO

9h 15m

1 stop

$340Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 22

8:13 pm - 11:22 am

SFO

LSE

13h 09m

2 stops

5:32 pm - 11:58 pm

LSE

SFO

8h 26m

1 stop

$344American Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Tue, Jun 30

5:05 am - 1:58 pm

SFO

MCW

6h 53m

1 stop

7:00 pm - 12:45 am

MCW

SFO

7h 45m

1 stop

$469United Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Sat, Jun 6

11:30 pm - 9:10 am

SFO

MCW

7h 40m

1 stop

9:45 am - 3:35 pm

MCW

SFO

7h 50m

1 stop

$504United Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25

Southwest flights from San Francisco to Iowa

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Southwest

Jun 23

SFO5:30 amSan Francisco

5h 30m

1 stop

OMA1:00 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 25

OMA8:30 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 00m

1 stop

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

$329

Southwest

Jun 22

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

7h 45m

2 stops

OMA1:45 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 25

OMA7:30 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

5h 55m

1 stop

SFO11:25 pmSan Francisco

$334

Southwest

Jun 22

SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco

7h 45m

2 stops

OMA1:45 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 27

OMA7:10 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

7h 25m

2 stops

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

$339

Frontier flights from San Francisco to Iowa

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Frontier

May 26

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

11h 24m

1 stop

OMA7:24 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 29

OMA8:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

13h 42m

1 stop

SFO8:01 amSan Francisco

$196

Frontier

Jun 2

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

11h 24m

1 stop

OMA7:24 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 3

OMA8:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 04m

1 stop

SFO12:23 amSan Francisco

$210

Frontier

Jun 3

SFO8:56 amSan Francisco

8h 38m

1 stop

OMA7:34 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jun 7

OMA8:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

13h 42m

1 stop

SFO8:01 amSan Francisco

$215

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Tue 5/26

6:00 am-7:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/29

8:19 pm-8:01 am

1 stop13h 42m

$196

San FranciscoOmaha

SFO - OMA

SFOOMA

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-7:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/3

8:19 pm-12:23 am

1 stop6h 04m

$210

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Tue 6/30

7:17 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops15h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

10:01 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop23h 52m

$254

San FranciscoDes Moines

SFO - DSM

SFODSM

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

11:36 am-12:59 pm

1 stop23h 23m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

2:16 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops30h 03m

$257

San FranciscoMoline

SFO - MLI

SFOMLI

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

6:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 10/17

11:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$331

San FranciscoLa Crosse

SFO - LSE

SFOLSE

San Francisco

Sun 5/31

11:14 pm-11:22 am

1 stop10h 08m

La Crosse

Tue 6/30

5:32 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$338

San FranciscoMoline

SFO - MLI

SFOMLI

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

6:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Moline Quad-City

Thu 10/22

5:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 15m

$340

San FranciscoLa Crosse

SFO - LSE

SFOLSE

San Francisco

Sat 5/23

8:13 pm-11:22 am

2 stops13h 09m

La Crosse

Tue 6/30

5:32 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$344

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San FranciscoMason City

SFO - MCW

SFOMCW

San Francisco

Sat 5/23

5:05 am-1:58 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Mason City

Sat 6/6

7:00 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

$469

San FranciscoMason City

SFO - MCW

SFOMCW

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

11:30 pm-9:10 am

1 stop7h 40m

Mason City

Mon 5/25

9:45 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$504

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

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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 Francisco averaging around $128.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Iowa from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Iowa for around $520 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Iowa from San Francisco for as low as $321 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	3h 23m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Iowa takes 3h 23m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Iowa every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Iowa?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Iowa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Iowa?
There are 5 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Iowa as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Iowa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Iowa

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Frontier	PriceFrom $141	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,964 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,456 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,666 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,684 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,305 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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