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.

$80 Cheap flights to Iowa

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Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $80 One Way, $128 Round Trip

$128 return flights and $80 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.

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26

LAX

Los Angeles

DSM

Des Moines

$162

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, Apr 27

EWR

New York

OMA

Omaha

$180

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4

LAX

Los Angeles

OMA

Omaha

$190

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Mar 30

LAX

Los Angeles

CID

Cedar Rapids

$231

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 6

GEG

Spokane

OMA

Omaha

$232

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 18

LAX

Los Angeles

SUX

Sioux City

$274

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, May 2

EWR

New York

FSD

Sioux Falls

$280

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 29

GEG

Spokane

CID

Cedar Rapids

$311

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6

ORF

Norfolk

DSM

Des Moines

$317

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16

GEG

Spokane

RST

Rochester

$324

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Thu, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 31

GEG

Spokane

FSD

Sioux Falls

$324

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 20

GEG

Spokane

DSM

Des Moines

$337

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
DEN	Des Moines	March 14 to March 21	$128
LAX	Des Moines	March 14 to April 20	$251
ORD	Des Moines	March 13 to March 22	$277
PHX	Des Moines	March 14 to March 16	$305
LAX	Cedar Rapids	March 15 to March 27	$311
BOS	Moline	March 14 to March 20	$384
DFW	Omaha	March 14 to March 15	$431
SEA	Cedar Rapids	March 15 to March 27	$462
ORD	Sioux Falls	March 15 to March 16	$467
LAX	Omaha	March 13 to March 16	$468
DFW	Des Moines	March 14 to March 22	$469
EWR	Des Moines	March 13 to March 14	$554
DFW	Sioux Falls	March 13 to March 15	$592
DFW	Waterloo	March 14 to March 19	$624
PAE	Des Moines	March 14 to March 20	$1,249

*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

$54 total

per night

Mar 21 - Mar 22

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! (770 reviews)

Pet friendly and safe , great location right off highway with plenty of food choices.

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$60 total

per night

Mar 10 - Mar 11

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)

Everything was stained and gross, from the towels to the bedding. The breakfast offering was sad, the amenities were lacking, the experience was lackluster. We will not be staying here ever again.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport

616 33rd Ave S.W. Cedar Rapids IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$78 total

per night

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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! (1,294 reviews)

Hot tub was great. It needs to be redone. This is a very low kept property. I paid too much for the room. For me, ok. Wife was terrified to stay there.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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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

$71 total

per night

Mar 10 - Mar 11

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (266 reviews)

The elevator I think needs looked at. The pool was closed. The gym needs updating. The rooms were great as was the staff and breakfast

Reviewed on Mar 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

Fully refundable

$118 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

Great accommodations

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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

$100 total

per night

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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 ...

Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Pl Ne Cedar Rapids IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$159 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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! (744 reviews)

The room was very clean, the staff was friendly and there was plenty of parking room!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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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! (220 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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Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

350 Bell St Dubuque IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$115 total

per night

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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! (1,025 reviews)

We did not use any amenities while we were there. We were disappointed that there was no type of breakfast

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hotel Julien Dubuque

200 Main Street Dubuque IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$134 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,751 reviews)

Room was clean. Staff friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

255 E Court St Iowa City IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$101 total

per night

Mar 16 - Mar 17

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,409 reviews)

Clean rooms great breakfast. But parking is a mess

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA

$106 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,035 reviews)

Staff was so helpful. The room was spotless and the amenities were top notch.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 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

$89 total

per night

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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 ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,236 reviews)

Hotel was clean, staff was helpful and friendly, bed was comfortable. Only complaint was no meat with breakfast, showerhead only worked on one setting ( jet) and the shampoo/conditioner was bad. Overall nice stay for good price.

Reviewed on Mar 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 ...

10/10 Exceptional! (387 reviews)

Everything was in good working order. The setting on top of the hill with the Sioux River is so beautiful. Also, the eagles caught the attention of our grandchildren. Great place to take a family for some rest and relaxation!

Reviewed on Feb 23, 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

$90 total

per night

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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

5.6/10 (742 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Hotel is worn down and needs updated. Good. Helpful staff, the pool temp was great, beds were soft. Overall the room was ok. Bad: several times no hot water for showers Leaking shower head, the whole hotel needs a good deep clean.. One water slide broken. This hotel has a ton of potential. Not sure ...

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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Western Inn

1842 Madison Ave. Council Bluffs IA

$60 total

per night

Mar 10 - Mar 11

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)

Everything was stained and gross, from the towels to the bedding. The breakfast offering was sad, the amenities were lacking, the experience was lackluster. We will not be staying here ever again.

Reviewed on Mar 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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar

4 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$134

includes taxes & fees

$38 per day

found 5 days ago

Compact

Ford Focus or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$134

includes taxes & fees

$38 per day

found 5 days ago

Midsize

Mazda 3 4-door or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$135

includes taxes & fees

$38 per day

found 5 days ago

Fullsize

Chevrolet Malibu or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

$140

includes taxes & fees

$40 per day

found 5 days ago

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

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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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$80 Cheap flights to Iowa

Top places to visit in Iowa

Des Moines

Cheap flights to Iowa from $80 One Way, $128 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 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

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Hotel Julien Dubuque

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

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?

Economy

$134

Compact

$134

Midsize

$135

Fullsize

$140

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Bargain Flights to Iowa

Cutting-Edge Mobile Tools to Keep You In The Know

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Outstanding Customer Service

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