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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Council Bluffs?

The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $81 and $38 for one-way flights to Council Bluffs for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENOmahaMay 31 to June 5$81
IAHOmahaMay 29 to June 5$162
SANOmahaMay 24 to May 31$164
PHXOmahaMay 28 to May 31$165
LASOmahaMay 29 to June 1$165
DFWOmahaAugust 14 to August 23$170
SEAOmahaJuly 4 to July 8$184
CLTOmahaMay 24 to May 29$204
ATLOmahaMay 29 to June 5$204
LAXOmahaMay 29 to June 1$231
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SANOmahaMay 18 to May 22$283
LAXOmahaMay 18 to May 24$289
DENOmahaMay 18 to May 19$301
PHXOmahaMay 16 to May 19$303
IAHOmahaMay 18 to May 23$333
ATLOmahaMay 18 to May 19$333
LASOmahaMay 17 to May 19$403
SEAOmahaMay 18 to May 23$404
DALOmahaMay 18 to May 19$407
CLTOmahaMay 16 to May 20$425
*Prices include taxes and fees

Council Bluffs Flight Information

Traveling to
Council Bluffs
Lowest Price
$81
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines Serving
Frontier Airlines, American Airlines
Number of Daily Flights
Airlines with Direct Flights

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Amazing Council Bluffs Accommodation Deals

Western Inn

Western Inn

2.5 out of 5
1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $65 per night from May 11 to May 12
$65
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Suited my needs for a good price. Not the Ritz but I didn't pay for the Ritz. Good deal."

Reviewed on May 6, 2025

Western Inn
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2 out of 5
2141 S 35th Street, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $79 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$79
per night
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We really liked the fact that the rooms were alot bigger than other Microtels we have stay at. Plus it has a real closet, other only have hooks on the wall. All in all, we love Microtels, service is always with very friendly staff but this one was superior to others room wise. Will stay again when ..."

Reviewed on May 1, 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Omaha Airport, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Omaha Airport, IA

2.5 out of 5
2210 Abbott Dr, Carter Lake, IA
The price is $92 per night from May 18 to May 19
$92
per night
May 18 - May 19
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7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Love"

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Omaha Airport, IA
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Omaha Airport Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Omaha Airport Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1201 Avenue H, Carter Lake, IA
The price is $90 per night from May 11 to May 12
$90
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carter Lake. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Good for a short stop.
"Nice place to stay for the cost and that it was a quick stop for an early flight. I was in a double bed room and one of the beds was caved in in the middle."

Reviewed on May 7, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Omaha Airport Downtown
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 Council Bluffs with Airport Shuttles

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake

2 out of 5
3000 Airport Eppley Drive, Carter Lake, IA
The price is $74 per night from May 13 to May 14
$74
per night
May 13 - May 14
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carter Lake. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
"No good"

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Omaha Airport Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Omaha Airport Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1201 Avenue H, Carter Lake, IA
The price is $90 per night from May 11 to May 12
$90
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carter Lake. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Good for a short stop.
"Nice place to stay for the cost and that it was a quick stop for an early flight. I was in a double bed room and one of the beds was caved in in the middle."

Reviewed on May 7, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Omaha Airport Downtown
Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

4 out of 5
2200 River Road, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $123 per night from May 21 to May 22
$123
per night
May 21 - May 22
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
If smoke smell bothers you, reconsider
"My only complaint is the smoke smell through the whole hotel. We had a non smoking room but the smell was overwhelmingly bad, we even had to go buy some room spray. And when we got home all of our clothes smelled awful. (And we were on the 3rd floor). Other than that, our room was quiet and clean! ..."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
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Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs

Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs

2.5 out of 5
2216 27th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $85 per night from May 29 to May 30
$85
per night
May 29 - May 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"No hot tub. Great pool area. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs
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 Council Bluffs

Western Inn

Western Inn

2.5 out of 5
1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $65 per night from May 11 to May 12
$65
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Suited my needs for a good price. Not the Ritz but I didn't pay for the Ritz. Good deal."

Reviewed on May 6, 2025

Western Inn
Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake

2 out of 5
3000 Airport Eppley Drive, Carter Lake, IA
The price is $74 per night from May 13 to May 14
$74
per night
May 13 - May 14
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carter Lake. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
"No good"

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake
BridgePointe Inn & Suites

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
3619 9th Ave, I-29 & I-80, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $89 per night from May 11 to May 12
$89
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,747 reviews)
"Pleasantly pleased with our overnight stay. Welcomed our dog. Very clean on the inside. Reception was pleasant as well."

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

BridgePointe Inn & Suites
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2 out of 5
2141 S 35th Street, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $79 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$79
per night
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We really liked the fact that the rooms were alot bigger than other Microtels we have stay at. Plus it has a real closet, other only have hooks on the wall. All in all, we love Microtels, service is always with very friendly staff but this one was superior to others room wise. Will stay again when ..."

Reviewed on May 1, 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha
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 Council Bluffs

Western Inn

Western Inn

2.5 out of 5
1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $65 per night from May 11 to May 12
$65
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Suited my needs for a good price. Not the Ritz but I didn't pay for the Ritz. Good deal."

Reviewed on May 6, 2025

Western Inn
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

2.5 out of 5
17 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $120 per night from May 11 to May 12
$120
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"excellent service from the front desk! great for a large group"

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2 out of 5
2141 S 35th Street, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $79 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$79
per night
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We really liked the fact that the rooms were alot bigger than other Microtels we have stay at. Plus it has a real closet, other only have hooks on the wall. All in all, we love Microtels, service is always with very friendly staff but this one was superior to others room wise. Will stay again when ..."

Reviewed on May 1, 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

2.5 out of 5
500 30th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
The price is $85 per night from May 12 to May 13
$85
per night
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Council Bluffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice stay
"Nice friendly staff & clean rooms."

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Council Bluffs?
When it comes to plane travel, everyone has different requirements. With 7 airlines advertising flights to Council Bluffs, you’re sure to find what you’re after. Companies with good reviews include:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines

What airport is best to fly into Council Bluffs?
Council Bluffs has just one airport, which makes booking your flight here a simple process. OMA is approximately 4 mi from all the action downtown.
Where to stay in Council Bluffs
An unforgettable vacation is just a few clicks away with Travelocity. Take your pick of 178 Council Bluffs accommodations, then start counting down the days until you jet off!The Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs or the Hilton Omaha will suit those travelers with a taste for exemplary service and luxuriously soft sheets. That said, you don’t go on vacation to stay in your room all week. If you’ve been looking for a more economical option, think about the Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East or the Deluxe Inn/Extended Stay - Council Bluffs.
Places to visit in Council Bluffs
If you’re in the mood for some serious sightseeing, look no further than Creighton University. This significant attraction is well worth a look.Whether you’re a high roller or just after some fun, Horseshoe Council Bluffs is a great place to try your luck. Like some more ideas? There’s no better place to take some time out than Bayliss Park. Enjoy a book, throw around a ball or have a picnic with your friends and family in this leafy urban oasis. And there’s more. All aboard! Enjoy a memorable excursion into history at Union Pacific Railroad Museum.
How to get through airport security fast when traveling to Council Bluffs
Your journey to Council Bluffs kicks off as soon as you’ve finished all the security checks. We’ve put together a list of hints and tips to make sure you get through quickly:

  • Have your passport and boarding pass in an easily accessible place. They’ll be the first things you’ll be told to produce by security staff.
  • Take off your belt and shoes before approaching security. Items such as these are not allowed in the body scanner.
  • All laptops need to be removed from their carry bags and placed in a tub before going through the X-ray machine.
  • When it comes to traveling with gels or liquids, each passenger is allowed a quart-sized clear resealable bag to keep containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
  • Loosen your shoelaces before approaching the body scanner. Depending on the style of shoes you’ve got on, security may ask you to remove them.
  • Scissors and multi-tools are prohibited from entering the plane. Put them in your checked luggage to avoid losing them at the security checkpoint.

Flights To Council Bluffs

Located east of the Missouri River and right along the Iowa-Nebraska border, Council Bluffs, Iowa, is a city steeped in history and known for its fun and excitement. Its historic roots to the transcontinental railroad and its connection to the Lewis and Clark expedition can be seen throughout the city. Its three major casinos provide plenty of excitement for both locals and visitors. No matter what hotel you stay in, you'll have easy access to the National Scenic Byway, Mormon Trail, Squirrel Cage Jail, and the Eppley Airfield (OMA), which offer numerous affordable flights to Council Bluffs. With its miles of prairies, breathtaking views, and friendly locals, you will have no problem seeing why they call this city "Iowa's Leading Edge."

Transportation from OMA

Council Bluffs is located conveniently just eight miles from the OMA airport. However, there is no public transportation from the airport to Council Bluffs. Many hotels in Council Bluffs offer complimentary shuttle services that will pick you up from the airport upon arrival and transport you back to the airport when you are ready to leave. When planning your trip, let Travelocity help you find the perfect Council Bluff flight deals that include a stay at a nearby hotel. Otherwise, you will find car services, car rentals, and taxi cab services available at the airport as soon as your flight lands. Once you are settled in, grab your hiking shoes for a day of exploring in and around the city, or put on your dancing shoes for a night out on the town.

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.