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.

$59 Cheap flights to Iowa

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Cheap flights to Iowa from $59 One Way, $118 Round Trip

$118 return flights and $59 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, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 23

LGA

New York

OMA

Omaha

$118

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Mon, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 3

SLC

Salt Lake City

FSD

Sioux Falls

$118

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19

SLC

Salt Lake City

OMA

Omaha

$148

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Mon, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 6

SLC

Salt Lake City

DSM

Des Moines

$152

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Mon, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 24

SLC

Salt Lake City

CID

Cedar Rapids

$157

Roundtrip

found 6 hours ago

Wed, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 14

LGA

New York

DSM

Des Moines

$177

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 28

XNA

Fayetteville

OMA

Omaha

$208

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Wed, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 14

SLC

Salt Lake City

FSD

Sioux Falls

$208

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Wed, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 14

LGA

New York

DSM

Des Moines

$238

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 28

LGA

New York

MLI

Moline

$246

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sun, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 30

LGA

New York

CID

Cedar Rapids

$258

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sat, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 16

LGA

New York

FSD

Sioux Falls

$273

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Sioux Falls	November 29 to December 6	$219
ORD	Des Moines	November 29 to December 4	$238
PHX	Des Moines	December 1 to December 9	$292
LAX	Omaha	November 29 to December 8	$330
DEN	Rochester	November 30 to December 10	$346
PHX	Omaha	November 29 to December 11	$347
SEA	Cedar Rapids	November 29 to December 9	$353
PHX	Sioux Falls	November 30 to December 9	$363
DFW	Omaha	November 29 to December 9	$364
DFW	Sioux Falls	November 29 to December 3	$373
PHX	Cedar Rapids	November 29 to December 10	$376
PHX	Rochester	November 30 to December 7	$425
PHX	Moline	November 29 to December 9	$464
DFW	Rochester	November 29 to December 4	$523
LAX	Cedar Rapids	December 1 to December 17	$623

*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

Nov 26 - Nov 27

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! (149 reviews)

Great Location!

"Affordable, clean hotel in a great location!"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$56

includes taxes & fees

$50 per night

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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 (1,000 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

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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! (1,081 reviews)

"I love the staff & I don't like that they say they have microwaves but have taken them out and not updated the website"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 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

$67

includes taxes & fees

$60 per night

Nov 28 - Nov 29

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! (1,001 reviews)

"We were very disappointed we couldn’t get the tv to work. I contacted the property via text as was suggested. I was informed someone would help us right away. Never heard back from anyone."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 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

$120

includes taxes & fees

$107 per night

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

"We had a great stay. You can’t beat the location. The breakfast was a cut above the typical hotel breakfast."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 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 8 - Dec 9

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! (767 reviews)

"The receptionist was so friendly."

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$115

includes taxes & fees

$100 per night

Dec 1 - Dec 2

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! (680 reviews)

"Our stay was very nice."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 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

$95

includes taxes & fees

$85 per night

Nov 23 - Nov 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! (1,716 reviews)

"Thank you, Christina. You are the best."

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$103

includes taxes & fees

$92 per night

Nov 28 - Nov 29

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)

Good place to stay

"Clean room, comfortable bed and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$133

includes taxes & fees

$119 per night

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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! (1,493 reviews)

"Great customer service, clean, good continental breakfast, close to the highway"

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024

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Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

350 Bell St, Dubuque, IA

$120

includes taxes & fees

$108 per night

Dec 5 - Dec 6

Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)

"Great place for family fun. Location is spot on for loads of activities. If casino is your thing, then walking distance is close!"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 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

$133

includes taxes & fees

$119 per night

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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! (1,273 reviews)

"Good value"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 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! (304 reviews)

Extended Family

"This house was perfect for our brother/sister weekend (4 families) with plenty of space for everyone. If someone needed a little quiet space the 2 living rooms provided it. The deck was perfect for sunrise/sunset viewing. Just a gorgeous house from top to bottom with everything we needed."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 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

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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 (247 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"The kids enjoyed the water park emensely."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA

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$56

includes taxes & fees

$50 per night

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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 (1,000 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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Mini Van

Chrysler Pacifica or similar

7 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$49

$131 total

found 14 days ago

Special

Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

Vehicle determined upon pick-up Compact or Larger

$55

$147 total

found 14 days ago

Economy

Mitsubishi Mirage or similar

4 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$55

$146 total

found 14 days ago

Compact

Nissan Versa or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$55

$146 total

found 14 days ago

Lowest prices found within the past 14 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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 $118 and $623 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $59, departing from Salt Lake City (SLC).

How to book the cheapest flight to Iowa?

With Orbitz, you’ll uncover some of the most impressive flight deals around from a wide range of airlines. But if you want to improve your chances of landing cheap flights to Iowa, here are a few pointers to bear in mind:

Depending on your departure point, click on the ‘Nearby airports’ function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In some instances, alternative departure points offer more value for money.
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You can also use the ‘Show options’ function to filter results for your preferred airline, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. Under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left, you can even pick the time of day you’d prefer to fly.
The early bird catches the most impressive deals, so book as soon as you know your travel dates. The most affordable airfares are quick to sell out and prices rise as the departure date gets closer.
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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$59 Cheap flights to Iowa

Top places to visit in Iowa

Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $59 One Way, $118 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

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

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?

Mini Van

$49

Special

$55

Economy

$55

Compact

$55

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