Cheap Flights to Central Iowa from $80
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The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $159 and $80 for one-way flights to Central Iowa for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$173 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DSM
Des Moines Intl.
$206 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
| Origin | Destination | Travel Dates | Flights From* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAX | Des Moines | April 21 to April 25 | $159 |
| DFW | Des Moines | April 24 to April 27 | $232 |
| BOS | Rochester | March 23 to March 31 | $311 |
| PHX | Rochester | May 29 to June 8 | $321 |
| CLT | Fort Dodge | May 16 to May 17 | $329 |
| LAX | Clear Lake | June 10 to June 15 | $348 |
| DFW | Clear Lake | March 28 to March 31 | $351 |
| DFW | Rochester | March 28 to March 29 | $415 |
| EWR | Fort Dodge | April 16 to April 19 | $435 |
| SEA | Waterloo | March 25 to April 1 | $456 |
| PHX | Waterloo | May 13 to May 16 | $473 |
| BOS | Clear Lake | April 7 to April 9 | $482 |
| DFW | Waterloo | June 9 to June 15 | $544 |
| BOS | Waterloo | April 7 to April 10 | $608 |
| PHX | Clear Lake | March 26 to March 27 | $843 |
| Origin | Destination | Travel Dates | Flights From* |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEN | Des Moines | March 21 to March 28 | $264 |
| PHX | Des Moines | March 21 to March 23 | $379 |
| LAX | Des Moines | March 20 to March 25 | $399 |
| DFW | Rochester | March 20 to March 21 | $460 |
| ATL | Des Moines | March 20 to March 23 | $481 |
| DFW | Des Moines | March 20 to March 21 | $502 |
| ORD | Des Moines | March 21 to March 22 | $545 |
| PHX | Rochester | March 20 to March 22 | $591 |
| ATL | Waterloo | March 20 to March 22 | $664 |
| BOS | Waterloo | March 20 to March 23 | $679 |
| LGA | Des Moines | March 20 to March 22 | $695 |
| BOS | Des Moines | March 20 to March 22 | $811 |
| SEA | Des Moines | March 20 to March 22 | $877 |
| LAX | Waterloo | March 20 to March 23 | $887 |
Central Iowa Flight Information
Traveling to | Central Iowa |
|---|---|
Lowest Price | $159 |
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Airlines Serving | Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines |
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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
$48 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$54 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (776 reviews)
Very nice hotel. Looked like it was recently updated. Very clean and modern. Felt very safe. Front desk was super friendly. And was really quiet. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Cozy Rest Motel
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$76 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
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! (653 reviews)
The room was clean and the staff friendly. It is an old motel but was perfect for a quick stay while on the road as it is inexpensive.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Red Roof Inn Ames
1418 S Dayton Place Ames IA
$60 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$67 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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 (872 reviews)
Completely update except older but clean tub surround. Water pressure was low but super great value at $44 for a Monday
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
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Sonesta Essential Ames
1400 S Dayton Place Ames IA
$61 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$69 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The room , bathroom could use some upgrade. Desk chair was old and has rips. Mini fridge dented and scratched.Bath tub has rust on water spout. Staff was very friendly though .
Reviewed on Mar 12, 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.
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 $73 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$73 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
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 breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,753 reviews)
Staff handle unexpected influx of guests very well. Would recommend if your flight is diverted to Des Moines ;)
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
6800 Fleur Drive Des Moines IA
$139 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
$155 total
Apr 4 - Apr 5
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (694 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
401 East Grand Ave Des Moines IA
$151 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$169 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
Super nice hotel. Right downtown! Great rooftop bar! We went to a concert at Woolley’s and it was right around the corner. Will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$60 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$67 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 10, 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
$169 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$189 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,040 reviews)
I loved staying here. It gave very boujie but fit my budget. The hot tub, sauna and steam room made it even better.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
$59 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$67 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
The hot tub in the room was awesome
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
1390 Nw 118th St Clive IA
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$86 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Wonderful staff, the cleanliness of the hotel was second to none, and the attention to detail for the clients was amazing
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
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Covered Bridge Inn
1312 Cedar Bridge Rd. Winterset IA
$79 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$88 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Winterset. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (779 reviews)
The staff were so kind and friendly. Breakfast was fresh and yummy, and they even held our bags while we went on a tour. I definitely recommend staying here.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 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.
Family Friendly Hotels in Central Iowa
Wildwood Lodge
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$87 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,228 reviews)
Nice pool area and breakfast was better than most places
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$89 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.6/10 (748 reviews)
Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs
Travelers say...
Pool area was nice. Staff was fantastic. Room condition was deplorable. Booked a room for 6 people, 3 months in advance, and it had a king sized bed and a couch. Not a pull out couch, just a couch. Ummm what? The staff did find us another room, that had a queen bed and a pull out couch, we had to ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$92 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,178 reviews)
Families like: Game room, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys
Travelers say...
Always a great stay at the Baymont!
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
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SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
1236 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines IA
$79 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$89 total
Mar 22 - Mar 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Breakfast was great lots of hot and cold options to choose from! Beds were comfy, kids had lots of fun in pool and hot tub!!
Reviewed on Mar 15, 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.
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Need a Car For After Your Flight?
Midsize
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$45
$127 total
found 12 hours ago
Compact
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$45
$127 total
found 12 hours ago
Fullsize
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$45
$128 total
found 12 hours ago
Economy
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
$45
$127 total
found 12 hours ago
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