Cheap Flights to Story County from $43 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Story County?

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

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
BNA
Nashville Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$82 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from Nashville Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Oct 25, priced at $82 found 3 days ago
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10
PHL
Philadelphia Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$86 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from Philadelphia Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Thu, Sep 10, priced at $86 found 3 hours ago
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
LAS
Harry Reid Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$90 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Harry Reid Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Sep 20, priced at $90 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$93 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Austin-Bergstrom Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Jan 10, priced at $93 found 1 day ago
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
RSW
Southwest Florida Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$94 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Southwest Florida Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $94 found 17 hours ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
FLL
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$100 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Oct 11, priced at $100 found 5 hours ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
AZA
Phoenix - Mesa Gateway
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$102 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Sun, Dec 6 from Phoenix - Mesa Gateway to Des Moines Intl., returning Sun, Dec 13, priced at $102 found 7 hours ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 16
BOS
Logan Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$105 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$105
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Fri, Nov 6 from Logan Intl. to Des Moines Intl., returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $105 found 16 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSDes MoinesNovember 6 to November 16$105
EWRDes MoinesNovember 20 to November 23$108
AZADes MoinesSeptember 16 to September 19$116
DENDes MoinesSeptember 17 to September 21$130
DFWDes MoinesSeptember 11 to September 13$201
ORDDes MoinesOctober 14 to October 15$237
LAXDes MoinesOctober 5 to October 5$240
CLTDes MoinesOctober 14 to October 17$342
SEADes MoinesOctober 28 to October 29$349
ATLDes MoinesOctober 14 to October 17$357
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSDes MoinesAugust 28 to August 31$158
AZADes MoinesAugust 28 to September 26$178
DFWDes MoinesAugust 28 to August 31$211
LAXDes MoinesAugust 28 to August 28$349
SEADes MoinesAugust 29 to September 5$360
DENDes MoinesAugust 30 to August 31$380
ORDDes MoinesAugust 29 to August 30$427
ATLDes MoinesAugust 28 to September 4$435
JFKDes MoinesAugust 28 to August 30$609
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Story County Flight and Hotel Packages

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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5-star property

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Oct 31 - Nov 6

6 night stay

Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $632, price is now $547 per person
$547
per person
found 19 hours ago
Wildwood Lodge
3.0-star property

Wildwood Lodge

Oct 31 - Nov 6

6 night stay

Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $826, price is now $671 per person
$671
per person
found 19 hours ago
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5-star property

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Oct 31 - Nov 6

6 night stay

Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $699, price is now $603 per person
$603
per person
found 19 hours ago
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3 out of 5
2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Jack Trice Stadium and Christofferson Park are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,383 reviews)
"Arrived at 11 PM went up to my room pulled my covers back on the bed and there was four huge blood stains on the sheets. A little traumatized I went down to the front desk and they gave me another room. in the morning, I went down to get my proposed free free breakfast and the front desk person was ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Opens in a new windowGateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2500 University Blvd. Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Jack Trice Stadium and Christofferson Park are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Easy access, locate close to highway."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Opens in a new windowBest Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

2 out of 5
2216 Se 16th St Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Jack Trice Stadium and Country Gables Park are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"There was hair in the bathtub and top of bed. I told the desk person and they didn’t care. They just said ok. Not a clean place. Smoke free room smelled of stale smoke and had nicotine yellow drip makes down walls."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

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Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

3 out of 5
2609 University Blvd Ames IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Jack Trice Stadium and Christofferson Park are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (124 reviews)
"Stayed for one night while visiting the Iowa State Fair. Super clean and quiet. Friendly staff. Free breakfast. Plus, the beds and pillows were amazing (and I’m super picky)!"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Opens in a new windowSpark by Hilton Ames
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 Story County?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, a roundtrip flight to Story County was as low as $82. If you can be flexible with your dates, it will be easy to snap up a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Story County departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Story County?
There are 15 airline companies flying to Story County. If you're planning an escape to Ames, opt for American Airlines. This leading carrier operates 446 services a month to Story County's primary city.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Story County?
Based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year, October is the cheapest time to jet off to Story County. Search for flights during this month and get a top deal today.
How can I check my flight status to Story County?
There are a few handy ways to track the status of your flight. You'll find all the details you need in our "Trips" portal, which is located at the top right of our homepage. Log in or create an account in seconds — you can then access and make changes to your bookings whenever you please. If you're out and about, the Travelocity app can also help you look up the status of your flight to Story County, as well as share travel details with any members of your family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Story County?
Be flexible with your travel dates and there's a good chance you'll find an incredible deal. After you've searched for flights on Travelocity, click the "Flexible dates" option at the top of the page to compare prices with nearby days. Also try to book ahead and avoid peak periods. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a roundtrip flight to Story County was $82. 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 Story County with Travelocity?
If you're searching for cheap flights to Story County, you'll come across some tempting deals with Travelocity. From cheap family flights on low-cost carriers to flexible tickets, we can help you out. Experience a worry-free vacation with our round-the-clock customer support, Price Match Guarantee and free cancellation policies with most hotels. Start planning your travel itinerary and prepare to fly away to this vibrant destination.
What are the most popular flight routes to Story County?
With superb connections, organizing flights to Story County couldn't be simpler. Here are a few of the most sought-after flight routes to this favorite destination:

  • 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 Story County on average?
In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Story County cost between $82 and $609. No matter the size of your bank account, we have some fantastic deals to help you stay within 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 Story County?
The duration of a direct flight to Story County varies, but these are the average airborne times for a selection of common 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 Story County?
If you're about to catch a long-haul flight to Story County, you can typically expect meals, drinks and entertainment on board. Airlines endeavor to make longer flights as pleasant as possible. Shorter journeys — as well as flights with low-cost airlines — may have less inclusions. If you're on the lookout for cheap flights for family vacations with a low-priced carrier, be prepared to pay extra for drinks, snacks and entertainment.