Cheap Flights to Iowa from $45 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Iowa?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
BNA
Nashville Intl.
FSD
Sioux Falls Regional
$80 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Nashville Intl. to Sioux Falls Regional, returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $80 found 10 hours ago
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17
BNA
Nashville Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$80 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Mon, Aug 10 from Nashville Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Aug 17, priced at $80 found 1 day ago
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
BNA
Nashville Intl.
CID
Eastern Iowa
$90 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Oct 30 from Nashville Intl. to Eastern Iowa, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $90 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
OMA
Eppley Field
$246 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to Eppley Field, returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $246 found 6 days ago
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$247 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 9 from Los Angeles Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $247 found 2 days ago
Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
FSD
Sioux Falls Regional
$250 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 10 from Los Angeles Intl. to Sioux Falls Regional, returning Wed, Aug 12, priced at $250 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 6
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
CID
Eastern Iowa
$250 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 3 from Los Angeles Intl. to Eastern Iowa, returning Sun, Sep 6, priced at $250 found 15 hours ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$253 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $253 found 5 days ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
OMA
Eppley Field
$258 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Eppley Field, returning Mon, Aug 24, priced at $258 found 2 hours ago
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 24
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
RST
Rochester Intl.
$306 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$306
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 8 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Rochester Intl., returning Thu, Sep 24, priced at $306 found 5 days ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
CID
Eastern Iowa
$312 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Eastern Iowa, returning Sun, Oct 11, priced at $312 found 5 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENSioux FallsSeptember 25 to September 28$140
DENSioux CityAugust 20 to August 23$237
LAXDes MoinesOctober 9 to October 12$247
LAXCedar RapidsSeptember 3 to September 6$250
DFWSioux FallsOctober 17 to October 24$254
DFWCedar RapidsAugust 13 to August 20$264
DFWRochesterAugust 14 to August 18$323
SEARochesterOctober 7 to October 14$328
LAXSioux CitySeptember 11 to September 14$328
DENMolineSeptember 4 to September 7$335
DENLa CrosseAugust 12 to August 18$350
LAXRochesterAugust 28 to September 30$353
LAXMolineAugust 16 to August 24$364
DFWMolineSeptember 4 to September 6$452
DFWLa CrosseAugust 14 to August 16$678
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENCedar RapidsAugust 2 to August 6$241
DENSioux FallsJuly 31 to August 3$252
DENDes MoinesJuly 31 to August 5$315
LAXOmahaJuly 31 to August 2$347
LAXCedar RapidsAugust 1 to August 30$349
DFWCedar RapidsAugust 1 to August 1$357
ORDCedar RapidsJuly 31 to August 2$364
LAXDes MoinesJuly 31 to August 12$376
DENOmahaAugust 1 to August 2$399
SEALa CrosseJuly 31 to August 3$464
DENMolineAugust 1 to August 3$475
DFWDes MoinesJuly 31 to August 1$557
LAXMolineAugust 1 to August 5$607
DFWMolineJuly 31 to August 2$694
DFWRochesterJuly 31 to July 31$810
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Iowa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
4.0-star property

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Sep 3 - Sep 5

2 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $759, price is now $484 per person
$484
per person
found 1 day ago
Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
5.0-star property

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Oct 13 - Oct 18

5 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,737, price is now $1,765 per person
$1,765
per person
found 1 day ago
Level Chicago – Old Town
4.0-star property

Level Chicago – Old Town

Sep 18 - Sep 21

3 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,307, price is now $866 per person
$866
per person
found 1 day ago
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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Des Moines Golf & Country Club are located nearby.
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Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

2 out of 5
1111 Dodge St Dubuque IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Diamond Jo Casino and Fourth Street Elevator are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (1,131 reviews)
"Updates needed"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

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Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

3 out of 5
777 Isle of Capri Blvd Waterloo IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waterloo. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Lost Island Waterpark and Isle Casino Waterloo are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Everything was lovely. The food options inside the hotel could use a little tender care. The staff was great at the restaurants but the food was not great. Cold and burgers not done and way too much salt on certain apps. We did not want to complain and tipped well but the cooking could be ..."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

4 out of 5
210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Kinnick Stadium and Iowa City Public Library are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,058 reviews)
"Parking for taller vehicles sucks, have to walk over two blocks and it was 100° when I was there. And not having coffee available until after 7am is pretty lame."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2026

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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.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Iowa?
During the last seven days, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Iowa cost $80 on our site. Look through our awesome deals, make a booking and start planning your next dream vacation. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Iowa departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Iowa?
There are 20 airlines that can take you to Iowa. If you're organizing a journey to Des Moines, consider American Airlines. This renowned carrier operates roughly 446 services a month to Iowa's primary city.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?
Based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year, August is the cheapest period to board a plane to Iowa. Search for flights across this month and snag a top deal today.
How can I check my flight status to Iowa?
Take advantage of Travelocity's handy portal, Trips. You'll find everything related to your flight to Iowa here, including important information about gate changes, flight status and more. You'll see Trips at the top right of the Travelocity homepage. Simply create your free account and get the answers to your questions. You can also access your itinerary while you're on the move and get trip updates with the Travelocity app. You'll find all your itineraries in one convenient place, making it a cinch to share details with any members of your family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Iowa?
Being flexible with your dates is a great way to score an amazing deal. Travelocity makes it super simple to find your perfect fare through the "Flexible dates" function. Search for your flight to Iowa, then compare the cheapest prices for nearby dates by hitting the "Flexible dates" dropdown box above. Booking well in advance and avoiding peak travel periods are other steps you can take. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a roundtrip flight to Iowa was $80. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to Iowa with Travelocity?
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What are the most popular flight routes to Iowa?
As a renowned tourist destination, you'll find plenty of ways to get to Iowa. Check out this list of major routes:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1,438 flights a month.
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 914 flights a month.
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 706 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Iowa on average?
Based on prices found on Travelocity over the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Iowa cost between $80 and $810. When you're ready to hop on a plane, Travelocity will help you find a fare that'll match your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Iowa?
To get an idea of the average travel time of a direct flight to Iowa, have a look at these popular routes:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 22 minutes
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 42 minutes
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) - 1 hour and 3 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Iowa?
This mainly depends on where you're setting off from and which airline company you're jetting off with. You're likely to find all types of flights to Iowa, from first class fares to cheap flights for family vacations. If you're flying long haul, your airline will usually offer meals and drinks, a range of entertainment programs as well as games for your little ones.

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