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.

$55 Cheap flights to Iowa

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Cheap flights to Iowa from $55 One Way, $104 Round Trip

$104 return flights and $55 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.

Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 24

DEN

Denver

OMA

Omaha

$104

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 23

DEN

Denver

FSD

Sioux Falls

$130

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Tue, Apr 29 - Tue, Apr 29

DEN

Denver

CID

Cedar Rapids

$145

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Wed, Apr 30 - Wed, May 7

DEN

Denver

DSM

Des Moines

$150

Roundtrip

found 6 hours ago

Wed, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 30

LAX

Los Angeles

DSM

Des Moines

$190

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Tue, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 26

LAX

Los Angeles

CID

Cedar Rapids

$191

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 10

BOS

Boston

RST

Rochester

$228

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Sun, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 9

BOS

Boston

RST

Rochester

$232

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Tue, May 27 - Wed, May 28

BOS

Boston

DSM

Des Moines

$285

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29

BOS

Boston

OMA

Omaha

$287

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29

BOS

Boston

OMA

Omaha

$287

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 10

BOS

Boston

DSM

Des Moines

$306

Roundtrip

found 17 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Sioux Falls	April 18 to April 18	$206
DFW	Des Moines	April 20 to April 23	$229
PHX	Des Moines	April 18 to April 25	$232
DEN	Cedar Rapids	April 20 to April 22	$232
PHX	Sioux Falls	April 18 to April 28	$232
LAX	Cedar Rapids	April 20 to April 22	$240
PHX	Cedar Rapids	April 19 to April 22	$244
DEN	Omaha	April 18 to April 24	$252
PHX	Omaha	April 18 to April 21	$262
LAX	Des Moines	April 18 to April 30	$272
LAX	Sioux Falls	April 18 to April 21	$362
DEN	Waterloo	April 18 to April 28	$412
DEN	Dubuque	April 19 to April 25	$488
SEA	Des Moines	April 19 to April 25	$542
LAX	Omaha	April 18 to April 21	$547

*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

$90

includes taxes & fees

$80 per night

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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! (270 reviews)

"Just right for a night or few nights"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA

$65

includes taxes & fees

$58 per night

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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)

"Fast, simple, quiet, don’t have to walk a mile to your room"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

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

$50

includes taxes & fees

$45 per night

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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! (1,175 reviews)

"Too many dogs barking. Kids in the floor above me were not comfortable. Some noise."

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

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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

$73

includes taxes & fees

$65 per night

Apr 24 - Apr 25

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! (1,006 reviews)

"Was a nice little clean spot"

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

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 by IHG

201 E. Locust Street, Des Moines, IA

Fully refundable

$140

includes taxes & fees

$125 per night

Apr 22 - Apr 23

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! (1,005 reviews)

"Location to downtown."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street, West Des Moines, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$142

includes taxes & fees

$127 per night

May 4 - May 5

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! (786 reviews)

"Staff are friendly."

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$133

includes taxes & fees

$116 per night

Apr 20 - Apr 21

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! (710 reviews)

"Our refrigerator did not work and maintenance doesn’t work weekends."

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

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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 Lake Rathbun Area and Rathbun Lake are located nearby.

9.8/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)

While working out of town

"House was perfect for me and my co-workers while working out of town."

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

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BridgePointe Inn & Suites

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

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$85

includes taxes & fees

$75 per night

Apr 23 - Apr 24

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! (1,774 reviews)

"It was a nice, clean, safe place to stay for the night. The staff was very friendly, and I felt very comfortable."

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Hotel Julien Dubuque

200 Main Street, Dubuque, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$112

includes taxes & fees

$100 per night

Apr 20 - Apr 21

Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,399 reviews)

"Check in and parking were smooth. Hotel is cool old hotel that very well maintained. Room was nice and roomy. Very clean. Only issue we had was the sound. We could easily hear the people next door and the people outside. Otherwise, it is great hotel."

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$122

includes taxes & fees

$109 per night

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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! (1,654 reviews)

Great place good location

"It was good, rooms are spacious, pool area is nice"

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025

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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA

$119

includes taxes & fees

$106 per night

Apr 22 - Apr 23

Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,084 reviews)

"Excellent, central location for campus visit. Staff were super helpful and kind. Hotel’s decor is perfect for the college campus. Perfect stay."

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

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

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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! (1,232 reviews)

"Like the Minnesota Northwoods feel!"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

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! (317 reviews)

Beautiful

"Relaxing and gorgeous cabin!"

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA

$88

includes taxes & fees

$78 per night

Apr 27 - Apr 28

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 ...

5.6/10 (403 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...

"Pool was open and room was clean, all we needed."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA

$65

includes taxes & fees

$58 per night

Apr 17 - Apr 18

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)

"Fast, simple, quiet, don’t have to walk a mile to your room"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus or similar

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass or similar

5 people

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Iowa

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Iowa?

You’re spoiled for choice with 24 popular airlines that travel to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). Compare the available fares and grab a low-cost flight to Iowa with one of these top domestic carriers:

United Airlines - 166 flights to Iowa per month
Delta - 140 flights to Iowa per month
American Airlines - 102 flights to Iowa per month

How much is a flight to Iowa?

If you’re looking for return flights, airfares fluctuated between $104 and $547 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $55, departing from Denver (DEN).

How to book the cheapest flight to Iowa?

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Save big on your trip by combining your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package. Your wallet will thank you.
Don’t fly during peak seasons if you can. By avoiding summer, school vacations and other popular dates, you can save plenty on your airfares.

What is the best time to book a flight to Iowa?

Book your seats to Iowa in January. This is the best month for low airfares, closely followed by February and August. Pick up cheap flights and make your dream journey a reality with Orbitz.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Iowa?

To pick up an unbeatable flight deal, book on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. These are generally the cheapest days of the week to purchase flights to Iowa.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Iowa?

Look into departing early in the week for cheap flights to Iowa. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is normally the most inexpensive day to start your trip, followed by Tuesday. Saturday was found to have the most expensive ticket prices. Presumably, this is because many passengers prefer to start their escape when the weekend rolls around.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

Consider traveling in August if you’re sticking to a budget. Orbitz data has found that it’s generally the best month for cheap flights to Iowa. June is when fares hit their peak.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Flexibility is important these days, that’s why Orbitz lets you search for carriers that won’t penalize you for amendments to your reservation. Add your departure and arrival destinations, then click on “Filter by flexible change policies.” We’ll show you all the options that include free cancellation and no change fees.

What do I need for the flight to Iowa?

There’s nothing as exciting as flying off to a cool new destination, but it’s wise to be prepared. The following top tips will help get your journey off to an excellent start:

Your travel documents are the most important items you’ll need to take on your flight to Iowa. To avoid any issues when checking in, make sure that the personal info on your ticket is correct and matches your government-issued ID.
Take some activities to keep you occupied on your journey to Iowa. Magazines, books and electronic gadgets like e-readers and laptops are perfect. Be sure to take a bottle of water as well. Even on short flights, it’s important to stay well-hydrated.
It can get cold on the plane. If you’d rather not shiver your way through the flight, layer up.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Iowa?

If you think a first or business-class fare is beyond your reach, think again. Here are some practical tips to help you land a premium flight to Iowa for less:

Flexibility is essential. By being open to different travel dates, you’ll have more chances of picking up a great deal on first or business-class airfares.
A lot of low-cost airlines these days have excellent business-class seating that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
Bid for an upgrade. Some airlines hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a flight loyalty program.

What is the best time to go to Iowa?

Iowa is an exciting year-round vacation destination, but the most popular months are May, July and August. If you’re a fan of warmer weather, consider traveling during the summer months. Like most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season kicks off June 20. Temperatures normally float between 65 ºF and 80 ºF during the day.

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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$55 Cheap flights to Iowa

Top places to visit in Iowa

Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $55 One Way, $104 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

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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 by IHG

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

Hotel Julien Dubuque

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

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

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

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Compact

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Bargain Flights to Iowa

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