Cheap Flights to Central Iowa from $45
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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Central Iowa?
The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $78 and $45 for one-way flights to Central Iowa for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply
BNA
Nashville Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$78 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
IND
Indianapolis Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$247 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
| Origin | Destination | Travel Dates | Flights From* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEN | Des Moines | December 3 to December 10 | $198 |
| LAX | Des Moines | November 26 to December 1 | $226 |
| ATL | Des Moines | December 12 to December 14 | $311 |
| DEN | Fort Dodge | December 23 to December 26 | $336 |
| LAX | Clear Lake | November 17 to December 8 | $370 |
| DAL | Des Moines | January 7 to January 14 | $377 |
| SEA | Rochester | November 19 to November 27 | $408 |
| DEN | Rochester | November 19 to November 22 | $414 |
| LAX | Rochester | January 11 to January 16 | $420 |
| ATL | Rochester | November 12 to November 19 | $433 |
| ATL | Fort Dodge | January 8 to January 11 | $453 |
| ATL | Waterloo | November 26 to December 3 | $458 |
| DFW | Waterloo | December 8 to December 15 | $462 |
| SEA | Waterloo | November 27 to December 5 | $478 |
| PHX | Rochester | November 24 to November 27 | $494 |
| Origin | Destination | Travel Dates | Flights From* |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOS | Des Moines | November 6 to November 9 | $135 |
| AZA | Des Moines | November 6 to November 14 | $178 |
| LAX | Des Moines | November 6 to November 9 | $382 |
| BOS | Waterloo | November 7 to November 14 | $443 |
| SEA | Des Moines | November 7 to November 11 | $591 |
| DFW | Des Moines | November 6 to November 8 | $608 |
| DEN | Des Moines | November 6 to November 8 | $761 |
Central Iowa Flight Information
Traveling to | Central Iowa |
|---|---|
Lowest Price | $78 |
Number of Airlines Serving | |
Airlines Serving | Allegiant Air, Frontier Airlines, Delta |
Number of Daily Flights | |
Airlines with Direct Flights |
Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight
Amazing Central Iowa Accommodation Deals
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$71 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Cozy Rest Motel
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$74 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$82 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (692 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026
Red Roof Inn Ames
1418 S Dayton Place Ames IA
$55 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$62 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.2/10 (934 reviews)
"Older building showing its age. Water damage on bathroom walls. Bathroom sink had hairballs in the drain."
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026
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Sonesta Essential Ames
1400 S Dayton Place Ames IA
$63 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
$70 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our Top Central Iowa with Airport Shuttles
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$65 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$72 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
6800 Fleur Drive Des Moines IA
$139 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$156 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Casey's Center and A. ...
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
401 East Grand Ave Des Moines IA
$151 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
$169 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$64 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$71 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport! Everyone was so nice, respectful, and helpful. Our room was spacious and clean, and housekeeping did a great job throughout our stay. The location was convenient, close to the airport, with an airport shuttle available a great bonus! ..."
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Luxury Hotels in Central Iowa
Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
$175 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$196 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
$62 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$69 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Looks like cleaning isn’t one of their priorities"
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
1390 Nw 118th St Clive IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
$80 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Would not recommend"
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026
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Covered Bridge Inn
1312 Cedar Bridge Rd. Winterset IA
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$114 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Winterset. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family Friendly Hotels in Central Iowa
Wildwood Lodge
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$109 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$122 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,226 reviews)
"Very nice staff, reasonable, dining options nearby. Dated decor, could use some polish, but reasonable pricing."
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
$92 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$103 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
1236 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines IA
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$100 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
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Adventureland Inn
3200 Adventureland Dr Altoona IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Families like: Indoor pools, playground, game room, cribs
Travelers say...
"Our stay was terrible. The room had tile flooring which was cold and made the room echo. The trim around the bottom of the bathroom wall was coming off. The shower drain was so clogged that you were standing in water about an inch or two above your ankle. We did,however, keep getting told by the ..."
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Need a Car For After Your Flight?
Economy
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$36
$105 total
found 3 days ago
Mini Van
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$36
$105 total
found 3 days ago
Compact
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$37
$107 total
found 3 days ago
Special
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$37
$119 total
found 3 days ago
Lowest prices found within the past 3 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Frequently asked questions
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