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 $56 One Way, $90 Round Trip

$90 return flights and $56 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.

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30

LAS

Las Vegas

DSM

Des Moines

$90

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

LAS

Las Vegas

FSD

Sioux Falls

$94

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

LAS

Las Vegas

OMA

Omaha

$108

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

AZA

Mesa

OMA

Omaha

$109

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

AZA

Mesa

LSE

La Crosse

$112

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

AZA

Mesa

DSM

Des Moines

$116

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30

SEA

Seattle

OMA

Omaha

$324

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15

SEA

Seattle

FSD

Sioux Falls

$339

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27

SEA

Seattle

SUX

Sioux City

$342

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Dec 5

SEA

Seattle

MLI

Moline

$359

Roundtrip

found 9 hours ago

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8

SEA

Seattle

CID

Cedar Rapids

$359

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

SEA

Seattle

DSM

Des Moines

$374

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Sioux Falls	August 14 to August 17	$181
DEN	Cedar Rapids	August 16 to August 20	$228
DEN	Omaha	August 14 to August 16	$239
LAX	Sioux Falls	August 14 to September 14	$277
DFW	Omaha	August 15 to September 10	$313
PHX	Omaha	August 14 to August 16	$346
LAX	Omaha	August 14 to August 16	$347
DEN	Moline	August 15 to August 22	$368
DEN	Des Moines	August 15 to August 21	$424
DEN	Sioux City	August 14 to August 16	$436
DFW	Des Moines	August 15 to August 22	$463
LAX	Des Moines	August 14 to August 16	$469
DFW	Cedar Rapids	August 15 to August 16	$567
SEA	Des Moines	August 15 to August 17	$639
DEN	Waterloo	August 14 to August 16	$725

*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

$50 nightly

$56 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$65 nightly

$73 total

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W. Cedar Rapids IA

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$97 nightly

$108 total

Aug 13 - Aug 14

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. ...

6.8/10 (1,134 reviews)

"I do not recommend staying here. Dirty, room smelled like smoke, tv didn’t work, very noisy, pretty sure room across the hall was smoking marijuana."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

2141 S 35th Street Council Bluffs IA

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$68 nightly

$76 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

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8.2/10 Very Good! (426 reviews)

"Hotel was awful. Very dirty. There was bugs in my room Hair in my room. We didn’t even get to stay there. I asked for a refund and they told me now. Very waste of money. Don’t be like me don’t waste your money!"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 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 Iowa Apartment Hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

201 E. Locust Street Des Moines IA

$101 nightly

$113 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total with taxes and fees

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

125 South 68th Street West Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$116 nightly

$130 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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! (899 reviews)

"The staff that were there were very impressive but they were way understaffed and were not able to quicklyassist everyone. Its a nice facility in a good area but due to the major staff shortage, I wont be rebooking any time soon."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne Cedar Rapids IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$162 nightly

$186 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

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

Moravia IA

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

10/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)

"Very clean and everything was in good order. Enjoyed the weekend and will try to make it back again. Thanks Mike"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA

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$101 nightly

$114 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

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Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

1111 Dodge St Dubuque IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$54 nightly

$60 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$114 nightly

$128 total

Sep 1 - Sep 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! (1,072 reviews)

"Super cute property. Convenient location and well maintained."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

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Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

777 Isle of Capri Blvd Waterloo IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$89 nightly

$100 total

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waterloo. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,032 reviews)

"Had a blast slept so good"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 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

$123 nightly

$137 total

Aug 11 - Aug 12

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! (1,221 reviews)

"Staff were friendly and helpful especially the housekeeper. Very accommodating for my dogs."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 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 ...

10/10 Exceptional! (401 reviews)

"Beautiful, relaxing property to stay at"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

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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

$71 nightly

$80 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total with taxes and fees

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$65 nightly

$73 total

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Compact

Kia Soul

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$82

$219 total

found 5 days ago

Economy

Chevrolet Spark

4 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$82

$219 total

found 5 days ago

Midsize

Toyota Corolla

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$82

$219 total

found 5 days ago

Standard

Volkswagen Jetta

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$82

$219 total

found 5 days ago

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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 $90 and $725 this last week. The cheapest price for one-way was $56, departing from Mesa (AZA).

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.
Also, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to see the airfares on days around your chosen departure. You may be able to find cheaper flight deals if you're flexible with your plans.
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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