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Cheap flights from San Diego to Iowa from $84

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Frontier Logo
12:04 pm - 7:31 pmSAN-CID
5h 27m1 stop
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8:16 pm - 11:53 pmCID-SAN
5h 37m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
Frontier Logo
1:06 pm - 8:04 pmSAN-OMA
4h 58m1 stop
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8:59 pm - 11:50 pmOMA-SAN
4h 51m1 stop
$145Frontier
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-OMA
6h 40m1 stop
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2:05 pm - 9:50 pmOMA-SAN
9h 45m2 stops
$238Southwest
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Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
12:00 pm - 9:15 pmSAN-OMA
7h 15m2 stops
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2:05 pm - 7:55 pmOMA-SAN
7h 50m2 stops
$243Southwest
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Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:10 pmSAN-MLI
8h 55m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 10:36 pmMLI-SAN
6h 56m1 stop
$251American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:10 pmSAN-MLI
8h 55m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:54 am - 4:20 pmMLI-SAN
7h 26m1 stop
$253American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:12 pmSAN-OMA
7h 57m2 stops
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3:06 pm - 9:45 pmOMA-SAN
8h 39m1 stop
$261United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
Delta Logo
10:15 pm - 9:46 amSAN-OMA
9h 31m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 8:47 pmOMA-SAN
7h 47m1 stop
$262Delta
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Fri, Sep 26 - Sat, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
12:01 pm - 10:10 pmSAN-OMA
8h 09m1 stop
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1:49 pm - 7:42 pmOMA-SAN
7h 53m2 stops
$265United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 20
Delta Logo
12:07 pm - 10:42 pmSAN-MLI
8h 35m1 stop
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5:57 am - 12:28 pmMLI-SAN
8h 31m1 stop
$277Delta
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Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 4

Frontier flights from San Diego to Iowa

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Iowa flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 4
SAN12:04 pmSan Diego
5h 27m
1 stop
CID7:31 pmCedar Rapids
Sep 8
CID8:16 pmCedar Rapids
5h 37m
1 stop
SAN11:53 pmSan Diego
$144
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Frontier
Oct 24
SAN1:06 pmSan Diego
4h 58m
1 stop
OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Oct 26
OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
4h 51m
1 stop
SAN11:50 pmSan Diego
$145
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Frontier
Oct 23
SAN10:52 amSan Diego
7h 12m
1 stop
OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Oct 26
OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
4h 51m
1 stop
SAN11:50 pmSan Diego
$163
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Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Iowa

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Alaska Airlines
Sep 24
SAN7:15 amSan Diego
14h 44m
1 stop
OMA11:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Sep 30
OMA3:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
9h 44m
1 stop
SAN10:58 pmSan Diego
$232
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Alaska Airlines
Sep 24
SAN8:05 amSan Diego
13h 54m
2 stops
OMA11:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Sep 30
OMA3:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
9h 44m
1 stop
SAN10:58 pmSan Diego
$256
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Alaska Airlines
Nov 1
SAN6:38 pmSan Diego
18h 31m
1 stop
OMA3:09 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Nov 8
OMA3:05 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
9h 54m
1 stop
SAN10:59 pmSan Diego
$264
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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 August 21, 2025.
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San DiegoCedar Rapids

SAN - CID

SANCID

San Diego

Thu 9/4

12:04 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 9/8

8:16 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$144

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Fri 10/24

1:06 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/26

8:59 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$145

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 9/24

2:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/30

2:05 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$238

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Wed 9/24

12:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/30

2:05 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$243

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/30

5:40 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$251

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/30

10:54 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$253

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Tue 10/7

6:15 am-4:12 pm

2 stops7h 57m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/11

3:06 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$261

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Fri 9/26

10:15 pm-9:46 am

1 stop9h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/27

3:00 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$262

San DiegoOmaha

SAN - OMA

SANOMA

San Diego

Sun 9/14

12:01 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/20

1:49 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops7h 53m

$265

San DiegoMoline

SAN - MLI

SANMLI

San Diego

Tue 9/23

12:07 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 10/4

5:57 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$277

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of July is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $329.

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 $410 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 are 1 cabin classes 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.

Cheap San Diego to Iowa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Iowa

Fastest flight time

3h 10m

Direct flights

Sat

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 Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Allegiant Air.
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
702 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $132Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,207 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $249Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,930 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,245 reviews
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