Iowa has lots of awesome attractions and Disneyland® is one of them. Pick up the keys to a car rental and head there at your leisure. Des Moines offers plenty of exciting experiences and is a top place to kick off your vacation. Whether your scene is museums, food, art or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

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Cheap flights to Iowa from $29 One Way, $58 Round Trip

$58 return flights and $29 one-way flights to Iowa were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19

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Denver

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Omaha

$58

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Denver

FSD

Sioux Falls

$73

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DEN

Denver

DSM

Des Moines

$78

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DEN

Denver

CID

Cedar Rapids

$88

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LAX

Los Angeles

FSD

Sioux Falls

$118

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Los Angeles

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Omaha

$118

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LAX

Los Angeles

CID

Cedar Rapids

$157

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LAX

Los Angeles

DSM

Des Moines

$173

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Tue, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 15

DEN

Denver

OMA

Omaha

$176

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Denver

FSD

Sioux Falls

$189

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Seattle

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Omaha

$196

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Seattle

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Sioux Falls

$268

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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Sioux Falls	December 28 to January 4	$219
ORD	Moline	December 27 to January 16	$249
DEN	Des Moines	December 27 to January 3	$283
PHX	Cedar Rapids	December 29 to January 4	$313
DFW	Omaha	December 29 to December 30	$433
ATL	Sioux Falls	December 27 to January 1	$458
ATL	Moline	December 29 to January 6	$489
PHX	Rochester	December 28 to January 11	$509
DFW	Moline	December 28 to December 31	$536
ATL	Omaha	December 29 to January 1	$550
LAX	Moline	December 28 to January 11	$577
DFW	Rochester	December 27 to January 1	$602
SEA	Moline	December 27 to December 30	$646
DFW	Waterloo	December 27 to December 31	$760
DEN	Sioux City	December 27 to December 29	$832

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$67

includes taxes & fees

$60 per night

Dec 27 - Dec 28

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 ...

7.8/10 Good! (156 reviews)

"Didn’t like the smoking"

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2024

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA

$60

includes taxes & fees

$54 per night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

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 (1,001 reviews)

"Good cheap hot breakfast"

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2024

Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W., I-380 Exit 17, Cedar Rapids, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$45

includes taxes & fees

$40 per night

Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025

Stay at this motel in Cedar Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

7/10 Good! (1,116 reviews)

"I love being able to have everything in arms reach"

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024

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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2141 S 35th Street, Council Bluffs, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$69

includes taxes & fees

$62 per night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

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)

"Cool vibe"

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024

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 Iowa Apartment Hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel

201 E. Locust Street, Des Moines, IA

Fully refundable

$113

includes taxes & fees

$101 per night

Dec 29 - Dec 30

Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

"Very nice staff. the sites were beautiful"

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street, West Des Moines, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$123

includes taxes & fees

$110 per night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

Stay at this 3-star hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (769 reviews)

"Staff was amazing. Rooms very nice. Only issue was the pool was cold! Grandkids and adults couldn't tolerate it for very long"

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$103

includes taxes & fees

$90 per night

Dec 29 - Dec 30

Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cedar Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (687 reviews)

"Great room- very spacious"

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2024

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Rathbun Lake, Deer Run Rental, & Fully Furnished Cabin!

Moravia

Stay at this cabin in Moravia. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Rathbun Lake and Honey Creek State Park are located nearby.

9.8/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)

Weekend girls trip

"The 4 of us had a lovely time and were pleasantly surprised by everything the rental had to offer, very convenient, very cozy, just exactly what we wanted during our stay."

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024

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BridgePointe Inn & Suites

3619 9th Ave, I-29 & I-80, Council Bluffs, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$81

includes taxes & fees

$72 per night

Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2025

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! (1,730 reviews)

"Staff were really friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable for a short stay. Good value."

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

1600 NW 114th St, Clive, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$52

includes taxes & fees

$47 per night

Dec 24 - Dec 25

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Clive ...

5.6/10 (1,000 reviews)

"Great"

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$113

includes taxes & fees

$101 per night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,517 reviews)

"The indoor/outdoor pool was very impressive, especially in the winter as the steam rolled off of the water!"

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2024

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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA

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$98

includes taxes & fees

$87 per night

Dec 29 - Dec 30

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

"The property suited our needs perfectly. It was quiet and near Jordan Creek shopping."

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024

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 Iowa

Wildwood Lodge

11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$122

includes taxes & fees

$109 per night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

Stay at this 3-star hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,258 reviews)

"Rooms where very warm and hard to control temperature"

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2024

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.

Larchwood

Stay at this cabin in Larchwood. Enjoy a garden, a pool table, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Alvin Recreation Area and Lake Alvin Beach are located ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (306 reviews)

Thanksgiving Getaway

"The house was clean, had a lot of space, and in a great location. The upstairs is open to the great room (loft style) so if you have people waking/sleeping at different times, like small kids along with young adults like we did, that can be a little tricky. Overall, great place to stay!"

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$78

includes taxes & fees

$70 per night

Dec 25 - Dec 26

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

6.2/10 (273 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, waterpark, game room, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...

"The indoor swim park is perfect for all ages."

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA

$60

includes taxes & fees

$54 per night

Dec 23 - Dec 24

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6.2/10 (1,001 reviews)

"Good cheap hot breakfast"

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2024

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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United Airlines - 166 flights to Iowa per month
Delta - 140 flights to Iowa per month
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Travel tips for Iowa

Iowa has lots of awesome attractions and Disneyland® is one of them. Pick up the keys to a car rental and head there at your leisure.
Des Moines offers plenty of exciting experiences and is a top place to kick off your vacation. Whether your scene is museums, food, art or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

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$29 Cheap flights to Iowa

Top places to visit in Iowa

Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $29 One Way, $58 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Iowa Accommodation Deals

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Western Inn

Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Our Top Iowa Apartment Hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

Rathbun Lake, Deer Run Rental, & Fully Furnished Cabin!

Score Epic Iowa Accommodation Deals

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Family Friendly Hotels in Iowa

Wildwood Lodge

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Western Inn

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