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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Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $65 One Way, $141 Round Trip

$141 return flights and $65 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 18 - Wed, Feb 25

LAX

Los Angeles

OMA

Omaha

$141

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 19

LAX

Los Angeles

DSM

Des Moines

$144

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found 4 days ago

Thu, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 22

LAX

Los Angeles

FSD

Sioux Falls

$191

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Mon, Apr 6 - Fri, Apr 10

LAX

Los Angeles

CID

Cedar Rapids

$215

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Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17

GRB

Green Bay

OMA

Omaha

$249

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Fri, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 18

GRB

Green Bay

DSM

Des Moines

$249

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Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 16

CAE

Columbia

MLI

Moline

$269

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Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8

CAE

Columbia

OMA

Omaha

$271

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Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14

CAE

Columbia

DSM

Des Moines

$272

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 23

CAE

Columbia

CID

Cedar Rapids

$274

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found 4 days ago

Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15

CAE

Columbia

CID

Cedar Rapids

$276

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found 5 days ago

Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 4

CAE

Columbia

MLI

Moline

$339

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found 10 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Omaha	January 16 to January 18	$254
DEN	Sioux Falls	January 17 to January 19	$287
DEN	Moline	January 17 to January 30	$291
DEN	Des Moines	January 16 to January 19	$318
DEN	Cedar Rapids	January 17 to January 18	$328
DFW	Rochester	January 16 to January 26	$343
LAX	Sioux Falls	January 17 to January 27	$354
DAL	Des Moines	January 17 to January 20	$395
DEN	Rochester	January 16 to January 19	$404
LAX	Des Moines	January 17 to January 18	$415
DFW	Cedar Rapids	January 16 to January 21	$473
LAX	Omaha	January 16 to January 18	$514
DFW	Moline	January 17 to February 2	$555
SEA	Des Moines	January 17 to January 23	$776
LAX	Rochester	January 18 to January 19	$782

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Iowa Accommodation Deals

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$51 nightly

$57 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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 ...

7.8/10 Good! (734 reviews)

Yes

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$54 nightly

$60 total

Jan 13 - Jan 14

Total with taxes and fees

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 ...

6/10 (1,002 reviews)

Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Property was very clean and up kept. They had an a very good variety of books to choose from to read as well as travel brochures of local or near by attractions.

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W. Cedar Rapids IA

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$55 nightly

$62 total

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Total with taxes and fees

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! (1,311 reviews)

Good stay.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2141 S 35th Street Council Bluffs IA

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$62 nightly

$70 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Total with taxes and fees

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 ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Yes

Reviewed on Dec 18, 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

$89 nightly

$100 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this 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! (1,003 reviews)

Location and the point you needed a key to operate the elevators to go to floors

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street West Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$84 nightly

$94 total

Jan 13 - Jan 14

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (852 reviews)

Clean room great breakfast

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne Cedar Rapids IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$108 nightly

$124 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this 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! (739 reviews)

It fit the bill... Loved the large suite.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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

Moravia IA

Stay at this cabin in Moravia. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Rathbun Area and Rathbun Lake are located ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)

The cabin was very clean and cozy and perfect for 6 adults and a dog. We had quick response from the host and will definitely rent again.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

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Hotel Julien Dubuque

200 Main Street Dubuque IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$120 nightly

$134 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

9/10 Wonderful! (1,712 reviews)

Beautiful hotel and staff are wonderful!

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

350 Bell St Dubuque IA

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$103 nightly

$113 total

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Total with taxes and fees

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

8/10 Very Good! (1,024 reviews)

Fun stay, helpful staff

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA

Fully refundable

$98 nightly

$109 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this 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! (1,021 reviews)

The room was clean and comfortable, the check-in process was easy personnel was professional and friendly

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

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$83 nightly

$93 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Total with taxes and fees

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! (1,811 reviews)

Everything was great!

Reviewed on Jan 7, 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 Iowa

Wildwood Lodge

11431 Forest Ave Clive IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$90 nightly

$101 total

Jan 18 - Jan 19

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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,219 reviews)

Staff courteous, room spotless, easy and quick check in. Loved the games in the lobby and breakfast was delicious- great selection. Beds comfortable. It was perfect stay for our road trip. Will come back again.

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

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

Larchwood IA

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

9.8/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)

Great location and lodging for 9 people, 3 families. We enjoyed hiking, playing games, cooking, and the hot tub.

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

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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

$70 nightly

$78 total

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Total with taxes and fees

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 (681 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

It was small not a lot of corices

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$54 nightly

$60 total

Jan 13 - Jan 14

Total with taxes and fees

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 ...

6/10 (1,002 reviews)

Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Property was very clean and up kept. They had an a very good variety of books to choose from to read as well as travel brochures of local or near by attractions.

Reviewed on Nov 2, 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.

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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 $141 and $782 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $65, departing from Los Angeles (LAX).

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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.
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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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